On Wednesday, May 1, 2013, DuPont Pioneer will be hosting the Iowa Kick-Off of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) at Pioneer Headquarters, Carver Center Bldg, in Johnston, Iowa.  Dr. Stephen Pruitt, Vice President for Content, Research and Development at Achieve and the leader in NGSS development, will be the featured speaker and facilitator for the day's activities.  Dr. Jason Glass, Director of the Iowa Department of Education, plus invited representatives from government, business, community, and education are expected to attend.  Invited guests are urged to register as soon as possible.  The event registration site will open to the general public on April 8, 2013.

Location:  DuPont Pioneer Headquarters

               Carver Center Building

               7000 NW 62nd Ave

               Johnston, Iowa  50131-0184

Program information contact:  Yvette McCulley

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Registration contact:  MaLinda Hugh-Reynolds

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                               515-242-6015