But this ability in turn is founded on my having a fairly good understanding of
multiple branches of science, mathematics, and the scientific method.
Over the course
of this grant, FOI: (1) is producing professional development materials to help staff representing
multiple state agencies better understand the basic
science of child development generally and the promotion
of executive function and self - regulation skills more specifically; (2) is supporting the creation
of small learning communities, building on existing relationships at the site and policy level and connecting to other learning communities across North America; (3) is supporting the Washington cross-agency working group to sustain its current gains and momentum during the upcoming executive
branch transition in January and to share lessons learned with the broader national FOI community
of states and Canadian provinces; and (4) is beginning conversations with stakeholders at the community level to explore mutual interests and is beginning to chart a path toward enhanced collaboration within the state.