Mission Statement
The purposes of CEEMaST are:

• to promote the professional development of teachers of mathematics, science, and technology.


• to improve the teaching and learning of science and mathematics at all levels


• to promote the study of science and mathematics by all students, with a particular outreach to females and minority group members.

Implementation
To fulfill these purposes, CEEMaST:

• conducts workshops and conferences for teachers of science, mathematics, and technology


• serves as a clearinghouse for information about current issues and trends
  in science, mathematics, and technology


• assists schools in identifying and solving problems related to curricula
  in science, mathematics, and technology


• assists schools in identifying and solving problems related to the teaching
  of science, mathematics, and technology


• conducts workshops and provides information regarding equity issues
  in science, mathematics, and technology

Future Plans

• Establish a network of mathematics educators at the university and school levels to include presentations, lectures, collegial meetings, and articulation activities.


• Develop Master's Degree programs in mathematics and science education at both the elementary and secondary levels.


• Develop a series of in-service credit/non-credit programs in mathematics and science education for both the academic year and summer session.


• Formalize research efforts in mathematics, science, and technology education.


• Create an interdisciplinary major for students interested in a science preparation program.


• Develop special programs or certificate programs for classroom teachers; develop a joint program with the School of Education leading to a supervisor's credential in science and / or mathematics education.


• Increase focus on equity issues.


• Develop distance learning experiences for mathematics and science students and teachers at the K-12, community college, and university levels.


• Several specific projects are already planned.