STEM

Provide quality services and resources to build strong foundations for every Florida student in science, technology, engineering and mathematics to produce the future Florida STEM workforce.

What is STEM?

STEM education is the intentional integration of science, technology, engineering and mathematics to create a student-centered learning environment. During STEM education, students use multiple disciplines to investigate and engineer solutions to problems and to construct evidence-based explanations of real-world scenarios.

Mathematics and Science Standards

The mathematics and science standards, as well as standards for every subject, can be found on CPALMS.org. It is the State of Florida’s official source for standards, course descriptions and vetted resources.

Instructional Support

• Science Instructional Support
• Mathematics Instructional Support

Parent and Student Resources

• Student Resources and Tutorials
• Science Statewide Assessments
• Mathematics Statewide Assessments

Legislation

• Florida State Statute 1003.42 - Required Instruction
• Florida State Statute 1003.4282 - Requirements for a standard high school diploma
• Florida State Statute 1003.4156 - General requirements for middle grades promotion

Staff Contact Information

PJ Duncan
Director of STEM
Bureau of Standards and Instructional Support
325 West Gaines Street, Suite 432
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0400
Phone: 850-245-0808
Patricia.Duncan@fldoe.org

Courtney Starling
Secondary Mathematics Specialist
Phone: 850-245-9066
Courtney.Starling@fldoe.org

Jennifer Infinger
STEAM Specialist
Phone: 850-245-0078
Jennifer.Infinger@fldoe.org