G.E.N.E.S.

What’s wrong with the “It’s Theory not Fact” arguments?

About G.E.N.E.S.

Great Education Needs Evolutionary Science

GENES is a grassroots organization committed to ensuring evolution science continues to be taught in Blount County Schools and opposing the teaching of creationism or intelligent design in science classes.

Our membership consists of teachers, scientists, university professors, parents, and other citizens who are concerned about impediments to quality science education in Tennessee public schools.

Mission:

Promote excellence in science education in Tennessee and increase public understanding of science.

Objectives:

·        Be a resource for teachers, students, and schools.

·        Ensure that Tennessee’s public school curriculum, textbooks, and statewide tests represent the state of the art in science education.

·        Increase public awareness and understanding of science.

·        Serve as an advocate and resource for educators, students, parents, public officials, and news media on issues related to science education.

·        Oppose all efforts preventing public school science teachers from teaching essential principles of science.

Last updated: 07/25/2005

G.E.N.E.S
913 East Cumberland Drive
Louisville, TN 37777
Email: info@genesTN.org
Web: www.genesetn.org