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M iami S prings M iddle S chool Welcome! We are a Get Set Magnet, Cambridge, and iPrep Math School

GET SET Magnet Program S cience E ngineering T echnology • Miami Springs Middle School's Magnet Program is designed to increase students' ability to perform at high academic levels. Students will learn how to locate, comprehend, interpret, evaluate, manage, and apply information through a variety of explorations and media. • Students will work independently, with partners, and in small groups to engage in hands-on laboratory activities to explore scientific concepts. • Participants will engage in real time videoconferencing with experts from a range of science-rich institutions and museums. Programs: • Exploring Technology - 6th Grade • Exploration of Aerospace Technology - 7th Grade • Exploration of Power and Energy Technology - 8th Grade

GET SET Magnet Program S cience E ngineering T echnology Students participate in the classroom, clubs and after-school activities that focus on science, engineering, technology and problem solving that are designed to expose our students to a variety of science related careers.

GET SET Magnet Program S cience E ngineering T echnology Exploration Technology 6 TH Grade Students The purpose of this course is to introduce 6 th grade students to the levels of work performed in both todays and our future technological world. Laboratory experiences revolving around electronics, computers and technology systems of communications, production, construction and transportation will allow students to explore the requisites and special skills for the careers in our technological world.

GET SET Magnet Program S cience E ngineering T echnology Exploration Aerospace Technology 7 TH Grade Students The purpose of this course is to introduce 7 th grade students to Aerospace Technology. In this course, students will explore the principles of flight through the designing and building of model aircraft, rockets, and the use of flight simulator software. Students will study the history of flight, types of aircraft, and aircraft design. Problem solving and critical thinking skills will be used to investigate real-word problems in aviation.

GET SET Magnet Program S cience E ngineering T echnology Exploration of Power and Energy Technology 8 TH Grade Students The purpose of this course is to give students an opportunity to explore the area of power and energy technology and its associated careers. Students will be given the opportunity to solve technological problems using a variety of tools, materials, processes and systems while gaining and understanding of the effects of power and energy technology on our everyday lives.

Cambridge Program In Partnership with Cambridge International Examinations • Miami Springs Middle School is an accredited Cambridge International Examinations Institute promoting “Excellence in Education”. • The Cambridge Program at Miami Springs Middle School is designed to Challenge students to excel in Mathematics, Science and Languages. • Assesses students achievement based on international benchmarks. • Incorporates a global vison of learning with sensitivity to cultural differences. • Encourages critical thinking and the development of problem solving skills. • Provides access to high school courses in mathematics and science in grades 7and/or 8. • Prepares students for accelerated academic programs in high school.

Cambridge Program The Benefits of Cambridge International Examinations An Academic Experience P art of University of Cambridge’s Cambridge International Examinations, the Secondary 1 Part program is an engaging, accelerated, academic experience for highly motivated learners age 11-14. Flexible Curriculum Students in the Cambridge Secondary 1 Program are exposed to a flexible curriculum framework that is compatible with Florida’s Next Generation Sunshine State Standards. Students Initiative and Creativity Students develop skills and understanding in the core content areas that lead to the exploration of the arts and humanities. A Proven Record of Success Students who continue in Cambridge’s Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) Diploma at the high school level will follow a program with a proven record of success.

iPrep Math Blended Learning Overall, integrating technology into the classroom helps prepare our students for the elaborate world they will face going forward but there are also four specific benefits to using iPrep technology in the classroom: • It can keep students focused for longer periods of time. • It makes students more excited to learn. • It enables students to learn at their own place. • It prepares students for the future.

Gifted / Accelerated Students will take the following classes: • 7 TH Physical Science • 7 TH Grade Algebra • 8 TH Grade Biology • 8 TH Grade Geometry • All of Core Classes are included in the Full-time Gifted Program and the curriculum is Project Based.

MAST ACADEMY LAND SHARC • LAND SHARC (Science Hands-on And Related Careers) • ON-SITE PRESENTATION • FOCUS: Students will investigate marine organisms and habitats, maritime careers, and environmental issues through lessons aboard the Land SHARC, a mobile marine science laboratory.

Guest Speaker Richard Kern • “Ghosts of the Western Glades” by Richard Kern informs is of the geology of what may still be the darkest and wildest part of Florida. Sequences on endangered orchid restoration, panther rehabilitation efforts and human-animal conflicts will call attention to man’s role in shaping the environment.

Guest Speaker Xavier Cortada - Clima • CLIMA features new environmental works by Xavier Cortada, as well as a broad range of earlier works by the artist – including paintings, drawings, videos, digital art and his polar installations.

Science Night This Year Miami Springs Middle hosted it’s annual Science Night. A night dedicated to Science, Engineering and Technology. Students had the opportunity to show their science projects and creations.

Egg Drop Miami Spring Middle School is focusing a lot of attention on the important subjects of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The school is a Get S.E.T. magnet school that emphasizes science, engineering and technology. MSMS also boasts the iPrep Math Academy with a state-of-the-art mathematics lab. School administrators, counselors and teachers have a great working relationship between the school, the home and the community, and it shows in a variety of ways. Milam’s Market recently donated 660 eggs for the hands -on learning that went on during the egg drop contest. That’s 55 dozen eggs destined for demise and destruction all in the name of learning. Winner of the 2015-2016 Egg drop Competition

Competitions Miami Springs Middle has participated in the following competitions: • Fairchild Challenge • SECME • Hour of Code • District Science Fair • National Chemistry Week 2015 Illustrative Poem Contest

Field Trips Miami Springs Middle has attended the following field trips: • Airport Engineering Tour • Engineering Expo • STEAM Marlin Stadium • Lionfish Dissection • Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta • SeaWorld

Art for the Sky 2015 Click on the link to watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7thWHAO5CqE

Thank you! Miami Springs Middle School 150 S. Royal Poinciana Blvd. Miami Springs, FL 33166 Phone: (305) 888-6457 Website: http://msms.dadeschools.net Social Media Twitter: @MSMSEagles