Look of the Future: Report of the Governor's Committee on High School Science Laboratories for the 21st Century.

This document includes the strategies being used by the state of Maryland to reach five goals and six essential outcomes regarding science education for their students. Also included is a discussion of seven recommendations made by committee members and reviewers of this effort to improve the quality and use of science laboratories in Maryland. The recommendations are: (1) Science education must be a high priority; (2) there should be a strong focus on the laboratory experience; (3) the "Maryland School Science Facilities Guidelines" should be updated; (4) advanced and specialized laboratory facilities and equipment need to be provided; (5) science teachers need continuing education; (6) partnerships among high schools, universities, private industry, and government should be encouraged; and (7) state financial support should be tied to science outcomes. Appendixes include a letter from the governor and a list of reviewers. (ZWH)