Like the REU program, the Research Experience for Teachers program provides research experience in Princeton labs with Princeton scientists, but it has a more specific objective.  The RET program is designed to allow middle school and high school teachers to enrich their science curriculums at the schools where they teach.  This experience does not only benefit the resident RET teachers.  Their new enthusiasm and knowledge is passed to their students and fellow teachers.  These teachers can use what they’ve learned to engage their students and provide insight on teaching and teamwork for other struggling teachers in all subject areas.  Teachers develop curriculum which is made available on our website.

http://www.princeton.edu/~pccm/outreach/ret/index.html

Time Commitment:
1 hour/week (min.) guidance with teacher, lab space, office space for 5-9 weeks

Demographic:  Science teachers from PA and NJ