The
Pacific Standards for Excellenceare primarily for teachers, administrators,
curriculum planners, and those responsible for pre and inservice professional
development. As school staffs, districts, and other groups propose solutions
to problems and questions related to mathematics and science education,
these standards should be used as criteria against which to judge their
ideas. Standards should also be used to plan for staff development, facilities
improvement, and technology implementation. Additionally, the standards
are useful for community leaders, legislators, parents, and others concerned
with education. Finally, it is hoped the Pacific Standards for Excellence
will be useful to others outside the Pacific region who are interested
in and concerned about education and the development of mathematically
and scientifically literate citizens.