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Among the curriculum development projects sponsored by Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES this summer was an innovative project engaging science and math teachers in complementary lesson development to support high school students in connecting the disciplines of mathematics and science while supporting high levels of achievement and understanding in both subjects. **Participants and Outcomes**: Over 48 math and science teachers attended and wrote in excess of twenty integrated and Common Core-aligned lessons to be offered in Earth Science, Algebra, Algebra II/Trigonometry, Geometry, Living Environment, Chemistry, and Physics. Participating teachers came from thirteen districts, attending in 25 teams. **Background**: This project grew out of local and national analysis of the Common Core Standards in mathematics indicating that in order to be college and career ready students need more opportunity to apply mathematical thinking, problem solving, and modeling in real world contexts. In addition, this specific project was the direct result of the November 5, 2011 Math Symposium held at P/NW BOCES and attended by over 80 teachers, counselors, and administrators. At the Symposium, presenters such as Steve Leinwand, David Smith, and Jim Matthews focused our attention on what it takes for high schools to really prepare students to succeed in those college majors that support careers in math, science, technology, engineering, and design. This curriculum development project was a direct response from our local teachers and leaders to their call. **Leadership**: Connecting the Common Core Standards in Math and Science was keynoted by [|Jim Matthews], professor of mathematics education at Sienna College and past president of the Association of Mathematics Teachers of New York State. Following Professor Matthews’ presentation, our P/NW BOCES Consultants, Dr. Helen Pashley and Mrs. Eleanore Livesey facilitated teachers’ exploration of the intricacies of each other’s’ disciplines and increased their understanding of prioritized content and skills in the courses students often take simultaneously. From that deepened understanding grew rigorous and high quality lessons that will be piloted across the region’s high schools this year. In spring 2012, teachers involved in the project will return to P/NW BOCES to refine the lessons piloted during the school year.

Curriculum and Instructional Services
 * Marla Gardner, Ed. D.**, Director

Curriculum and Instructional Services
 * Kim Fontana**, Assistant Director