Montana Governor and First Lady's Math and Science Initiative

Governor & Nancy SchweitzerGovernor Brian Schweitzer and First Lady Nancy Schweitzer share a joint interest in science: Brian is a soil scientist and Nancy is a botanist.  Together they want to help students discover the wonders of science. The Governor and First Lady’s Math and Science Initiative invites Montana’s youth to discover the many opportunities to learn about science and math in K-12 schools and higher education, find out about careers in science and explore Montana’s splendid surroundings. 

pdf document Montana Math and Science Initiative Fact Sheet

 

Nancy Schweitzer Introduces the Math and Science Initiative

 

Nancy Schweitzer June 2006
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“I want Montana students to be challenged and excited about learning. And it is absolutely essential that students have a solid foundation in math and science to compete in a global world.”

  - Governor Brian Schweitzer

“Science is exciting and full of discovery.  I want to spark an interest in science when students are young.”

- First Lady Nancy Schweitzer