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2023-2024
End-of-Year Report
End-of-Year Report
Below, you will find the goals and objectives we established for our department at the beginning of the school year 2023-2024.
OUR TEAM - SCHOOL YEAR 2023-2024
Jorge Colunga - Head Of Academics / Tech Design Teacher
Bertha Cannon - Tech Teacher
Johanna Garza - Business/Tech Teacher
Nestor Moctezuma - Business Teacher
Ma. Angela Guerra - Business Teacher
Alberto Valdes - MS Tech Teacher
Eduardo Restrepo - MS TechTeacher
Travis Walker - Personal Finance Teacher
Department goal 1:
1 - Student Showcase: By the end of this academic year, create at least two opportunities for students to showcase their innovative projects and/or business proposals to a wider audience.
Capturing Classroom Magic
Capturing Classroom Magic
Department goal 2:
2 - Business & Technology Enrichment Events: Over the course of the school year, organize a minimum of two business technology-focused enrichment events that provide students with exposure to real-world industry practices, with each event addressing specific learning objectives and enhancing students' understanding of the subject matter.
SHARK TANK 2024
Class: Intro to Business and Entrepreneurship
On May 30, 2024, high school students from the business classes hosted the first Shark Tank event at ASFM. The panel of "sharks" included Valeria Quintana from Xile.Chile, Arnulfo Treviño from Nucolato, Nacho Alvarez, CEO of Moneypool, and Miriam Fernandez, COO of Vinco. The students went through two preliminary selection phases to reach the final round, where six teams pitched their business ideas: Rush Mx, La Alfajoria, Cookie Dough Delight, Fast and Furious Pizza, Reve de Macarron, and Speedy Sliders. The winner was Reve de Macarron. Congratulations to all the students who participated: Andres C., Carolina C. Romina G., Sofia G., Federico G.J., Santiago V., Eduardo G., Lucas Z., Andres S., Enrico G., Jeong Yun L. (Ekko), Suhyeon L. (Crystal), Cyrine R., Emilia V., Raquel G.J., Patricio E., Esteban R., Carmela G., Mariana E., David V., and Luca A.
Special thanks to the teachers who made this event possible: Ms. Johanna Garza, Ms. Ma. Angela Guerra, and Mr. Nestor Moctezuma.
RoboJam 2024
Leader: Eduardo Restrepo
On April 27, Robotics enthusiasts experienced an unforgettable day during the celebration of RoboJam Nations at ASFM. This internationally renowned event brought together teams from all over Mexico, participants from Colombia, and invited guests from the Czech Republic. This year, ASFM had the honor of hosting the competition, providing an ideal space for knowledge exchange and the development of essential skills such as critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving.
Teams competed in various categories, demonstrating their ability to build and program robots effectively and creatively. The competition not only provided a platform for young robotics enthusiasts to showcase their projects but also fostered an educational and highly competitive atmosphere. Participants of different ages had the opportunity to measure their skills against those of other national and international teams, in an experience enriching their learning and passion for robotics.
Department goal 3:
3 - Networking and Partnership Development: Within the next six months, establish partnerships with at least two industry professionals, companies, alumni or universities to facilitate students' access to real-world experiences and collaboration on innovative projects, ultimately expanding their professional networks.
INC Monterrey
Our students had the opportunity to experience INC MTY, organized by Tec de Monterrey, where our business students participated in various workshops related to entrepreneurship.
Guest Speakers - Business classes
Guest speakers: Alejandro Garza and Melissa Berrones
Class: Intro to Business
In the Intro to Business class, our students had the opportunity to learn from experts in marketing and digital business during a session with guest speakers.
Sharks - Tec de Monterrey Teachers and ASFM Alumni
We had the opportunity to collaborate with teachers from Tec de Monterrey - Business School and alumni who currently have successful companies. They helped us serve as sharks at various stages of the Shark Tank event, allowing our students to receive feedback from experts in their field.
Department goal 4:
4 - Integrated Curriculum Development for Technology-Driven Ventures: By June 2024, the Business and Technology Department will collaborate to design and implement an integrated and comprehensive curriculum that prioritizes the development of problem-solving skills, industry application, and soft skills. This curriculum will include a strong emphasis on instructing students in the fundamental steps required to initiate and manage their own technology-driven ventures.
Development and alignment of our ULO'S, LLO'S and teaching resources
Development and alignment of our ULO'S, LLO'S and teaching resources
Development of 2 new courses
Development of 2 new courses
Department goal 5:
5 - Elevate Student Expectations for Excellence: Over the current academic year, transform the student mindset by consistently reinforcing the pursuit of excellence. Increase the average student performance score on summative assessments by increasing the 15% of students to Connected and above, emphasizing that students should consistently aim for a level of quality beyond minimum requirements in their academic and project work.
OUR LAST MEETING
06/11/2024
Thank you! Looking forward to the next school year!
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