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Science, Technology, Engineering, Math
American students lag far behind their international peers in science, technology, engineering, and math. Currently, the United States ranks 18th in math and 13th in science among developed nations.
PISA 2009 Summary
“If America is to maintain our high standard of living, we must continue to innovate. We are competing with nations many times our size. We don't have a single brain to waste. Math and science are the engines of innovation. With these engines we can lead the world. We must demystify math and science so that all students feel the joy that follows understanding.“
Dr. Michael Brown
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To provide students educational pathways in the STEM fields of Biomedicine, Engineering, and Environmental Science.
To provide students in the STEM Academy opportunities to use problem solving and inquiry learning in a cross curricular setting.
To integrate current course options for students in ways that make learning relevant to career pathways
To allow students STEM alternatives aside from those offered by Governor’s School program.
Anne Petersen, 2012
Academic pathways that provide student with course selections that revolve around the STEM area.
Enrichment in core classes that corresponds to the STEM pathway yet still teaches VA SOL requirements.
Academic and hands-on experiences in the STEM area of interest.
Upon completion of the coursework and a minimum GPA of 2.5, students will earn a STEM certificate from Gloucester High School.
Anne Petersen, 2012
4 Science courses
4 Math courses
3 Career and Technical courses (see pathways for options)
2.5 GPA
Students must meet all other course requirements as dictated by the GCPS School Board and outlined in the GHS Course Description Guide.
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The STEM pathways are provided to serve as a guide for students in selecting courses to complete the STEM Academy strands.
GHS STEM pathways include
Biomedical
Engineering
Environmental
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Grade Level Science Health and Medical Sciences Math
9th Biology (Honors or Traditional)
Earth Science (Honors or Traditional)
Algebra I
Geometry (Honors or Traditional)
Honors Algebra II
10th Biology (Honors or Traditional)
Chemistry (Honors or Traditional)
Honors Physics
Medical Terminology (DE)
Nutrition and Wellness
Principles of Human Development
Geometry (Honors or Traditional)
Algebra Functions and Data
Analysis
Algebra II (Honors or Traditional)
Math Analysis
11th Chemistry (Honors or Traditional)
Honors Physics
***Anatomy and Physiology
Biology II (DE)
Medical Terminology (DE)
Nutrition and Wellness (1/2)
Principles of Human Development
(1/2)
Sports Medicine (1/2)
Advanced Athletic Training (1/2)
Algebra Functions and Data
Analysis
Algebra II (Honors or Traditional)
Math Analysis
Calculus AB
Statistics
12th AP Chemistry
AP Biology
AP Physics
Honors Physics
***Anatomy and Physiology
Biology II (DE)
***Capstone Science Course
Medical Terminology (DE)
Nutrition and Wellness (1/2)
Principles of Human Development
(1/2)
Sports Medicine (1/2)
Advanced Athletic Training (1/2)
Algebra Functions and Data
Analysis
Algebra II (Honors or Traditional)
Math Analysis
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Statistics
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Grade Level Science Engineering Education Math
9th Biology (Honors or Traditional)
Earth Science (Honors or
Traditional)
Introduction to Engineering Design
Principles of Engineering
Algebra I
Geometry (Honors or Traditional)
Honors Algebra II
10th Biology (Honors or Traditional)
Chemistry (Honors or Traditional)
Honors Physics
Introduction to Engineering Design
Principles of Engineering
Architectural Drawing
Engineering Drawing and Design
Computer Integrated
Manufacturing
****Introduction to Robotics
Geometry (Honors or Traditional)
Algebra Functions and Data
Analysis
Algebra II (Honors or Traditional)
Math Analysis
11th Chemistry (Honors or Traditional)
Honors Physics
Anatomy and Physiology
Biology II (DE)
Introduction to Engineering Design
Principles of Engineering
Architectural Drawing
Engineering Drawing and Design
Computer Integrated
Manufacturing
Civil Engineering
****Introduction to Robotics
Algebra Functions and Data
Analysis
Algebra II (Honors or Traditional)
Math Analysis
Calculus AB
Statistics
12th AP Chemistry
AP Biology
***AP Physics
Honors Physics
Anatomy and Physiology
Biology II (DE)
****Capstone Science Course
Architectural Drawing
Engineering Drawing and Design
Computer Integrated
Manufacturing
****Introduction to Robotics
Aeronautical Design
STEM Based Advanced Studies in
Engineering
Algebra Functions and Data
Analysis
Algebra II (Honors or Traditional)
Math Analysis
****Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Statistics
***Capstone Math Course Anne Petersen, 2012
Grade Level Science Engineering Education Math
9th Biology (Honors or Traditional)
Earth Science (Honors or
Traditional)
Basic Plant Science I Algebra I
Geometry (Honors or Traditional)
Honors Algebra II
10th Biology (Honors or Traditional)
Chemistry (Honors or Traditional)
Honors Physics
Basic Plant Sciences I
Horticultural II DE
Geometry (Honors or Traditional)
Algebra Functions and Data
Analysis
Algebra II (Honors or Traditional)
Math Analysis
11th Chemistry (Honors or Traditional)
Honors Physics
***Environmental Science DE
Biology II (DE)
Basic Plant Sciences I
Horticultural II DE
Greenhouse Management &
Plant Production III DE
Environmental Studies Field
Course
Green Technology
Algebra Functions and Data
Analysis
Algebra II (Honors or Traditional)
Math Analysis
Calculus AB
***Statistics
12th AP Chemistry
AP Biology
AP Physics
Honors Physics
Biology II (DE)
***Environmental Science DE
****Capstone Science Course
Basic Plant Sciences I
Horticultural II DE
Greenhouse Management &
Plant Production III DE
Environmental Studies Field
Course
Green Technology
Algebra Functions and Data
Analysis
Algebra II (Honors or Traditional)
Math Analysis
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
****Statistics
Capstone Environmental Course
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Ideally, students will apply in the 8th or 9th grade. This will allow students to complete the required course requirements prior to graduation. Students may apply in 10th grade if they already have completed the introductory coursework.
Anne Petersen, 2012
The GHS STEM Academy is looking for students that:
Show strong interest and an affinity for math, science, and technology.
Have demonstrated strong attendance and academic work habits during the previous academic year.
Are willing to commit to a long term academic program.
Anne Petersen, 2012
The GHS STEM Academy application will include ◦ Complete and submit the STEM Academy
application form
◦ Submission of two letters of recommendation from science, math, and/or technology teachers
◦ Attendance records.
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September-November 2012 ◦ Information sessions for teachers, parents and
students (Middle and High School)
◦ Web site becomes live for public
◦ Applications available through Page and GHS Counseling Departments
January, 2013
◦ STEM Academy Applications due to guidance
February, 2013
STEM teacher/counselor team screens applications; Students notified of acceptance into the Academy.
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March-June 2013 Teacher teams for the pathways work together to integrate pathway theme into traditional curriculum August 2013 Professional development provided to teachers in pathways. November 2013 Advanced Robotics, Green Technology, and Field Studies courses introduced to School Board for implementation 2014-2015
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Teachers will receive lists of students in the Academy and their corresponding pathways at the beginning of the instructional year.
Professional development will be provided to teachers of the courses aid teachers in developing lessons that are inquiry based and incorporate problem solving.
Teachers of students in the STEM Academy will meet throughout the year so cross-curricular connections can be made in the content areas.
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Counselors will work with students in the different pathways to aid in course selections.
After school STEM opportunities will be provided to allow students to participate in problem solving and career exploration for each of the STEM Academy strands.
Speakers from each of the STEM pathways will be brought to both the classrooms and after school to allow students to be exposed to different career fields.
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Students will be encouraged to participate and compete in extra-curricular opportunities such as
National Engineering Design Challenge
VJAS
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