Bob Eisenstein, Sante Fe Alliance for Science
November 11, 2014

The Santa Fe Alliance for Science (SFAFS, www.sfafs.org) was founded in May, 2005 in order to provide assistance in K-14 math and science education in the greater Santa Fe area. It does this via extensive programs in (1) math and science tutoring at local high schools and the Santa Fe Community College; (2) science fair advising and judging; (3) its ”Santa Fe Science Cafe for Young Thinkers” series; and (4) a program of professional enrichment for K-12 math and science teachers. Well over 150 volunteer STEM professionals have contributed since our beginning. Participation by students, parents and teachers has increased dramatically over the years, leading to much more positive views of math and science, especially among elementary school students and teachers. Support from the community and from local school districts has been very strong. I will present a brief status report on SFAFS activities, discuss some of the lessons learned along the way and describe briefly some ideas for the future.

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