- Introduced -

SB 777 - This act establishes the Missouri Engineering and Science Academy for high school students with high ability and interest in math and science. The Academy curriculum will by developed by faculty of the University of Missouri - Rolla (UMR), and the program will be managed and funded through UMR.

The act establishes a science summer program at UMR for in-service science teachers to enhance their understanding of the impact of natural resource development and land use changes in Missouri. The act specifies program goals. The program will be taught, managed and funded by UMR. Participation in the program can be included in a teacher's Career Ladder development plan, if approved by the school board.

This act is combined with SCS/SBs 584, 539, 630, 777, 796, 918 & 927.

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