Additional math and science may be required for a high school diploma

ALLENDALE, Mich. -- Michigan high school students could be required to take more math and science classes in order to graduate. The following Grand Valley State University experts are available for comment.

Charlene Beckmann, 616-331-2066 or 231-780-3063, professor of mathematics and mathematics education
Beckmann was president of the Michigan Council of Teachers of Mathematics in 2003 and is currently writing a book on the requirements necessary for high school mathematics courses.

Jodi Chycinski, 331-2025, director of Admissions
Chycinski can comment on how new math and science requirements would affect university admissions.

For more information, contact Grand Valley News and Information Services at 616-331-2221.