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The Partnership for Math and Science Education Reform (PIMSER) provides high-quality training and support for improvements in mathematics and science education that is responsive to the needs of educators at all levels.

3rd Grade Teacher, Pulaski Elementary

My students always struggled with word problems and persevering through them. I have put into practice this year my learning from PIMSER sessions and my students have scored better than ever on the iReady Diagnostic because of this. Many of my lower ability students have raised their scores by 2-3 years and it’s because they can actually work through problems and get to the accurate answer. Thank you so much! You are making such a huge difference in student’s lives across Kentucky!

Reflection on LSSPI training series

The resources provided through the training allowed our admin team to begin immediately supporting our teachers through our PLCs.

Science Chair, Lewis County High School

Through their outreach programs and offerings for teachers who take these experiences back to enhance their student learning experiences, PIMSER has undoubtedly positively impacted thousands of young Kentuckians’ learning and understanding of mathematics and science and engineering concepts

Reflection on LSSPI training series

This training should be required for all administrators involved with science or teaching in general. This is NOT just a science training. It is applicable for all curriculum areas.

Lead Teacher, Campbell County Schools

PIMSER is my educational leadership ‘Think Tank.’ It is the place where I can go to see and experience the current research put into practice. The research-based initiatives shared by experienced, well qualified staff at the institute are phenomenal!

Reflection on LSSPI training series, Curriculum Specialist

Thank you for all the wisdom you have shared with us over the course of this series! Greatly beneficial to my understanding of how to support science in my school. All my PIMSER experiences have been so beneficial to my practice as a teacher and now as a curriculum coach. Grateful for PIMSER!

PIMSER NEWS

Since 2005, PIMSER has provided professional learning services for over 10,200 teachers and administrators across Kentucky.  We provide ongoing professional development that models research based practices for classroom teachers, instructional coaches, principals, district and university administrators, university instructors, and state level education consultants. Through these multi-tiered partnerships at the local, state and even national level, PIMSER has positioned itself at the forefront of the changing educational landscape, providing the network model for KY Senate Bill 1 and statewide training on assessment literacy.  The dedication of our staff to improving educational practices has made PIMSER a branded name in Kentucky school districts and is synonymous with quality services.

History 
PIMSER was developed to continue the quality partnerships and outreach activities created through the work of two National Science Foundation grants: the Appalachian Rural Systems Initiative (ARSI) and the Appalachian Mathematics and Science Partnership (AMSP).  Through these grants and the Master Teacher Project supplement from NSF, PIMSER developed 20 Master Teachers/Regional Teacher Partners who provide expertise for math and science improvement across the state by partnering with research scientists and science educators, teachers, and administrators to design and deliver effective professional learning. View the impact that PIMSER has had on state educational reform from 2005-2022.

Mission
Our mission is to support the advancement of math and science education throughout the commonwealth.

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