For development of an on-site and virtual archaeology curriculum for elementary and middle schools in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio, in partnership with Carnegie Mellon University (over two years)
Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania Archive
For establishment of a professional development school based on a nationally-recognized model of project-based learning
For adoption of a nationally-recognized platform that enables educators to analyze student data and apply customized instructional practices (over two years)
For a comprehensive communications and civic engagement campaign to raise awareness of the need for a stronger public education system
To support an online science curriculum and professional training on classroom implementation in West Virginia
For a statewide professional development plan in partnership with the National Commission on Teaching and America’s Future
To pilot and evaluate new performance assessment instruments for graduates of teacher preparation programs
To support the work of Governor’s STEM Council and prepare recommendations for improving STEM education in West Virginia
For the launch of the Remake Learning Council, a civic advisory group to advance learning innovation in schools, museums and libraries
Launch of a technical college that offers associate degrees in advanced manufacturing