Mathematics and Science Teacher Leadership Academy Overview Missouri needs strong leadership in K-12 education, especially in mathematics and science. Effective teacher-leaders are committed to improving teaching and learning beyond their own classrooms. The Leadership Academy is designed to help teacher-leaders develop the knowledge and skills to be change agents in their schools, districts, and regions.   Expectations of Academy Fellows:   Attend the 4-day Summer Academy;   Develop and implement a Leadership Action Plan during 2007-2008 school year;     Benefits to Academy Fellows:   High quality professional development in the knowledge and skills needed to initiate, implement, and support standards-based mathematics or science education reform;   Access to faculty mentors and professional resources;   All food and lodging during the Academy; No registration fee;   Professional books and other materials;   $400 stipend for attending the Academy;   $500 budget for implementing your Action Plan;       Who should apply?   Mathematics and Science teachers, grades 6-12, who have 5 years or more teaching experience and teacher leadership potential.