UTA/H-E-B Partnership for Excellence in Science and Mathematics

The UTA/H-E-B Partnership for Excellence in Science and Mathematics officially began in January 2003 when a cohort of selected Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD teachers entered the Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Science (MAIS) and Master of Arts in Mathematics (MAMT) programs at The University of Texas at Arlington. The Sid Richardson Foundation in partnership with the University and the School District provide the funding for the tuition and fees of the selected teachers. Currently, ten science teachers and ten mathematics teachers are involved in the program, with hopes of adding more teachers. UTA Associate Vice President of K-16 Education and College of Education Dean Jeanne Gerlach, UTA College of Science Dean Neal Smatresk, H-E-B ISD Superintendent Gene Buinger, and Sid Richardson Foundation Executive Director Val Wilkie are key leaders in the establishment of this successful collaboration.

The Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Science (MAIS) degree program, along with the curriculum content for its component courses, was designed collaboratively by the College of Science and science faculty and administrators from several Metroplex school districts. The program is intended to strengthen the knowledge and skills of practicing teachers who need in-depth training in interdisciplinary science to better serve their career goals. Classes blend hands-on demonstrations and laboratories with presentations on up-to-date advances in each of the critical units covered. The program not only provides students with strong interdisciplinary science training, but also assists participants in becoming scientifically literate and able to broadly apply basic scientific knowledge to decision making in an increasingly technological-based environment

The Master of Arts in Mathematics degree program is designed for teachers who are interested in strengthening their understanding of mathematics and enriching their mathematics teaching. The program prepares participants to serve as Mathematics Department Chairs and Master Teachers, deepening their knowledge of and teaching skills in geometry, algebra, pre-calculus, math analysis/calculus, probability, statistics, discrete mathematics, number theory, and the use of calculators and other technology to support effective teaching and learning.

The content presented in the MAIS and MAMT programs is aligned with the National Science Education Standards and the appropriate Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) objectives.

The UTA/H-E-B Partnership was featured when Jeanne Gerlach, Neal Smatresk, Gene Buinger, and Ashley Campbell (UTA/HEB Project Coordinator) presented “University/Independent School District/Foundations: Partnering to Promote Math and Science Teaching” at the Holmes Partnership Conference in Washington D.C. The Holmes Partnership is a network of universities, schools, community agencies and national professional organizations working in partnership to create high quality professional development and significant school renewal to improve teaching and learning for all children. The University of Texas at Arlington became a member of the Holmes Partnership in 2003.

Updated: 2/10/04

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UTA/H-E-B Partnership for Excellence in Science and Mathematics The UTA/H-E-B Partnership for Excellence in Science and Mathematics officially began in January 2003 when a cohort of selected Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD teachers entered the Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Science (MAIS) and Master of Arts in Mathematics (MAMT) programs at The University of Texas at Arlington. The Sid Richardson Foundation in partnership with the University and the School District provide the funding for the tuition and fees of the selected teachers. Currently, ten science teachers and ten mathematics teachers are involved in the program, with hopes of adding more teachers. UTA Associate Vice President of K-16 Education and College of Education Dean Jeanne Gerlach, UTA College of Science Dean Neal Smatresk, H-E-B ISD Superintendent Gene Buinger, and Sid Richardson Foundation Executive Director Val Wilkie are key leaders in the establishment of this successful collaboration. The Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Science (MAIS) degree program, along with the curriculum content for its component courses, was designed collaboratively by the College of Science and science faculty and administrators from several Metroplex school districts. The program is intended to strengthen the knowledge and skills of practicing teachers who need in-depth training in interdisciplinary science to better serve their career goals. Classes blend hands-on demonstrations and laboratories with presentations on up-to-date advances in each of the critical units covered. The program not only provides students with strong interdisciplinary science training, but also assists participants in becoming scientifically literate and able to broadly apply basic scientific knowledge to decision making in an increasingly technological-based environment The Master of Arts in Mathematics degree program is designed for teachers who are interested in strengthening their understanding of mathematics and enriching their mathematics teaching. The program prepares participants to serve as Mathematics Department Chairs and Master Teachers, deepening their knowledge of and teaching skills in geometry, algebra, pre-calculus, math analysis/calculus, probability, statistics, discrete mathematics, number theory, and the use of calculators and other technology to support effective teaching and learning. The content presented in the MAIS and MAMT programs is aligned with the National Science Education Standards and the appropriate Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) objectives. The UTA/H-E-B Partnership was featured when Jeanne Gerlach, Neal Smatresk, Gene Buinger, and Ashley Campbell (UTA/HEB Project Coordinator) presented “University/Independent School District/Foundations: Partnering to Promote Math and Science Teaching” at the Holmes Partnership Conference in Washington D.C. The Holmes Partnership is a network of universities, schools, community agencies and national professional organizations working in partnership to create high quality professional development and significant school renewal to improve teaching and learning for all children. The University of Texas at Arlington became a member of the Holmes Partnership in 2003. Updated: 2/10/04 College of Education University of Texas at Arlington Main Office: 5th Floor, Hammond Hall Box 19227, Arlington, TX 76019-0227 Phone: 817-272-2591 \| Fax: 817-272-2530 General Inquiries: education@uta.edu Certification & Advising: coedadvising@uta.edu 817-272-2956