The MSU Urban Stem program, which is the driving force behind this website, is a 3 course sequence devoted to professional development of teachers in Chicago.  A STEM initiative through Michigan State University, it attracted 49 teachers from all over Chicago to focus on all aspects of the teaching profession.  I am part of COHORT 2, which began in July 2015 and will finish in May 2016.  Although the coursework will be completed by May 2016, the impact on my teaching will extend the rest of my career.