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other education programs
K-5 Mathematics Specialist Program
Developed by ExxonMobil in 1988, this program emphasizes improving learning among students and teachers. It is guided by a belief that student learning improves when teachers have a competent grasp of content, pedagogy and thoughtful assessment practices. ”Specialists” are experienced teachers who are proactive resources for other teachers, administrators and parents.
Since 1988, the K-5 mathematics specialist program has been a centerpiece in improving students’ and teachers’ understanding of mathematics. During this time ExxonMobil has awarded grants to more than 120 school districts.
SECME, Inc.
SECME is a strategic alliance that partners schools, universities, industry and government to renew and strengthen the professional capacity of K-12 educators; motivate and mentor students; and, empower parents and communities to prepare minority youth for careers in the math, science, engineering and technology fields.
ExxonMobil’s support of SECME directly aids several initiatives including: Summer Institute for Teachers, K-12 in-service professional development, national and state program development and ExxonMobil SECME Scholars.
Science Ambassador Program
ExxonMobil employees participate in an in-class volunteer program focused on education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics targeted at middle school.
Junior Achievement
ExxonMobil provides grants to local, regional, national and international Junior Achievement organizations that educate and inspire young people to understand business and economics, while also preparing them to enter the workforce. In addition, trained ExxonMobil employee volunteers lead specific lesson plans at schools of their choice.
Reasoning Mind
Reasoning Mind is an innovative, Web-based math education program utilizing sophisticated artificial intelligence and extensive teacher training to actively engage middle school students in math. Watch a video on this program.
National Science Teachers Association (NSTA)
Through the Building a Presence (BAP) for Science program, ExxonMobil funds professional development and networking for K-12 science teachers. NSTA has trained key leaders in 25 states and more than 40,000 points-of-contact are currently active in schools across the U.S.
New Orleans Public Schools
In 2006, ExxonMobil announced a $10 million commitment to New Orleans area public schools for math and science education.
The aim of the program is to help recruit teachers, boost professional development of math and science teachers and support programs intent on improving student comprehension in mathematics and science.
Society of Women Engineers
ExxonMobil’s contribution to the Society is used to support outreach programs to attract young women to the fields of engineering.
