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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.

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Science, Technology, Engineering, Math

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 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

Anne Petersen, 2012

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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

pportunities 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

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 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

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 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.

Anne Petersen, 2012

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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

Anne Petersen, 2012

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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

Anne Petersen, 2012

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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

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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

Anne Petersen, 2012

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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

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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

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 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.

Anne Petersen, 2012

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Septe tember ber-Novem ember ber 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 ary, 2013

STEM Academy Applications due to guidance

February ary, 2013 STEM teacher/counselor team screens applications; Students notified of acceptance into the Academy.

Anne Petersen, 2012

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March ch-Ju June ne 2013 Teacher teams for the pathways work together to integrate pathway theme into traditional curriculum Augus ust t 2013 Professional development provided to teachers in pathways. Novem ember ber 2013 Advanced Robotics, Green Technology, and Field Studies courses introduced to School Board for implementation 2014-2015

Anne Petersen, 2012

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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.

Anne Petersen, 2012

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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.

Anne Petersen, 2012

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

We must demystify math and science so that all students feel the joy that follows understanding.“

 To provide students educational pathways in the

STEM fields of Biomedicine, Engineering, and Environmental Science.

 To provide students in the STEM Academy

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.

 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.

 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.

 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

9th

10th

11th

12th

9th

10th

11th

12th

9th

10th

11th

12th

Ideally, students will apply in the 8th or 9th

required course requirements prior to

if they already have completed the introductory coursework.

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.

 The GHS STEM Academy application will

include

application form

science, math, and/or technology teachers

Septe tember ber-Novem ember ber 2012

students (Middle and High School)

Counseling Departments January ary, 2013

February ary, 2013 STEM teacher/counselor team screens applications; Students notified of acceptance into the Academy.

 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.

 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.

 Students will be encouraged to participate

and compete in extra-curricular opportunities such as

 National Engineering Design Challenge

 VJAS