SMART Grant

SMART stands for Science Model Academy of Reflective Teaching and showcases some of the best research practices in science education from 3rd through 8th grade, teacher professional development, under-graduate instruction and science ambassador models.The grant is a partnership between Shasta College, Shasta County Office of Education, CSU, Chico and participating elementary and middle school teachers and students.SMART Science combines a model teaching academy for science education at Shasta College and the Schreder Planetarium with a coordinated professional development program for classroom teachers.  The model academy invites classroom teachers and their students to participate in science lessons covering California's Science content standards in Earth, Life, and Physical science.

Click on link to go to Shasta County Office of Education's website detailing the SMART grant