Noyce Scholars en la Frontera
(Noyce Scholars on the Border) Program
A Collaborative National Science Foundation Robert Noyce Program
Sul Ross State University
Southwest Texas junior college
Alpine ISD, Marfa ISD, Presidio ISD, and Uvalde CISD
The Noyce Scholars en la Frontera aims to increase the pipeline of highly-qualified STEM teachers by 10% to serve in high need school districts located on the Texas-Mexico border.
The SRSU Noyce Scholars Program Provides:
Noyce Scholarships: 16 preservice teachers will be provided with a scholarship of up to $24,002 a year for two years. Noyce Scholars must commit to teach in a high need public school for 2 years within a 6 year period following graduation.
Mentoring Program: Highly qualified STEM teachers will be provided a stipend to mentor a Noyce Scholar for 2 years. A stipend will be awarded to support mentor training and participation in the mentoring program.
Professional Development Workshops: Noyce Scholars, Noyce mentors, and teachers will have the opportunity to participate a series of professional development programs to improve STEM teaching practices.
High School and Middle School STEM Club Support: Noyce Scholars will collaborate with STEM faculty and high school teachers to encourage persistence and interest in becoming a STEM teacher.
STEM Events: Noyce Scholars and SRSU and SWTJC faculty can participate in community STEM events to include STEM Expo.
Objectives of SRSU Noyce Scholars on the Border Program
Highly Qualified STEM Teachers
Increase the number of underserved undergraduate STEM students pursuing and earning teaching certifications.
Improved Confidence of STEM Teachers
Increase self-efficacy of preservice teachers, Education and STEM faculty to integrate technology in STEM content courses.
Improved Pedagogical and Culturally Responsive Practices
Improve pedagogical practices and culturally responsive teaching of STEM teachers and faculty serving high need schools, bilingual students and English Language Learners.