Tennessee Launches Three New Governor’s Schools
New Programs Emphasize Math and Science
Nashville, TN – Governor Phil Bredesen and the Tennessee Department of Education today announced details of three new Governor’s Schools focusing on high-level math and science skills. The School for Computational Physics, School for Emerging Technologies and School for Scientific Models and Data Analysis each introduce students to advanced studies, include site visits to top research facilities and provide interaction with leading scientists, engineers, researchers and mathematicians.
Tennessee’s Governor’s Schools program offers challenging summer study experiences for college credit hosted by various state universities. Applications for all 12 Governor’s Schools are now online at www.tennessee.gov/education/govschools.
“Many career opportunities for future graduates will be in emerging math and science fields. These new Governor’s Schools, along with the new Governor’s Math and Science Academy, expand opportunities for Tennessee students to develop advanced skills in these areas,” Governor Bredesen said. “I strongly encourage students to explore what the Governor’s Schools offer and consider taking advantage of these unique programs.”
The three new schools are:
| Theme |
Location |
Description |
| School for Computational Physics | Austin Peay State University www.apsu.edu/governors_school |
Introduces computational methods used by scientists and engineers and explores career paths in visits to NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center and Oak Ridge National Laboratories. |
| School for Emerging Technologies | Tennessee Technological University www.tntech.edu/govschool |
Study of emerging fields like biotechnology, nanotechnology and information technology through introductory engineering and computer programming courses and field trips. |
| School for Scientific Models and Data Analysis | East Tennessee State University www.etsu.edu/cas/math/mathexcellence/index/isp |
Focuses on mathematics, statistics and science during hands-on learning experiences, field trips and interaction with practicing researchers. |
“Governor’s Schools give Tennessee students the chance to engage in an accelerated curriculum in a university setting,” Education Commissioner Lana Seivers said. “Students completing these programs get an early start in college credit and a taste of the rich educational experience an advanced education can provide.”
Guidance counselors statewide received information on the 2008 Tennessee Governor’s Schools this month. Students may contact the school counselor for more information about applying, or visit the Governor’s School web site at www.tennessee.gov/education/govschools. The deadline to submit applications is November 1 for the Governor’s School for the Arts and November 30 for all other Governor’s Schools.
The 2008 Governor’s Schools also include:
- School for the Agricultural Sciences
- School for the Arts
- School for Engineering
- School for the Humanities
- School for Information Technology Leadership
- School for International Studies
- School for Prospective Teachers
- School for the Sciences
- School for the Scientific Exploration of Tennessee Heritage
For more information, contact Rachel Woods at (615) 253-1960 or Rachel.Woods@state.tn.us.