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Helmsburg is fortunate to have an amazing group of community partners who are actively engaged in STEM curriculum and activities. Brown County Schools is proud to have compiled an impressive list of Alumni from several career sectors who are willing to come to our classrooms in person or virtually to speak about career opportunities or collaborate with hands-on activities. HES is also a proud member of the World of Work family and uses Beable everyday in our classrooms to have career connected learning available to all students K-5. This learning platform has given students K-5 an insight to a world of career choices. Students at Helmsburg have access to and participate in a variety of extended learning activities related to STEM. A Robotics Team, led by Darcy Rund, Jodie Silbaugh, and Mark Stidham meets weekly after school for students in grades 4-5 and will compete in regional competitions for the second time this school year. A Bots Coding Club led by Kirstie Tiernan and the 4-H Purdue Extension Program are also one of the many after school opportunities we provide our students. A wide variety of STEM and career focused clubs including, Mini Mondays for K-2, Science Bowl, Math Bowl, BizTown, Field Trips, Guest Speakers, and PTO Sponsered Events with a STEM focus are available to every students K-5.
4.1 Community Partner Feedback
4.1 Community Partner Feedback
Helmsburg Elementary invites collaboration with local community members to enhance engagement and advance our STEM initiatives. Our advisory board consists of dedicated individuals from the Brown County community who are focused on fostering a positive influence in our school and STEM programs. HES values input from community partners and utilizes this feedback to develop a STEM curriculum that is both informed and relevant.
4.2 STEM Career Exploration
4.2 STEM Career Exploration
Education at Helmsburg Elementary focuses on real-world connections and is built on principles aimed at developing well-rounded individuals prepared for the future. HES collaborates with local community members to investigate careers in STEM and offers students chances to discover The World of Work through the Beable platform.
4.3 Additional STEM Learning Opportunities
4.3 Additional STEM Learning Opportunities
Helmsburg Elementary School has a dedicated STEM advisory board that is committed to enriching our community and expanding educational opportunities for our students. Our collaborations with local organizations strengthen our STEM curriculum and supply HES with extra resources and learning experiences. After-school programs link students to STEM activities beyond classroom hours, fostering a mindset of continuous learning.
4.4 Access and Opportunity to STEM Experiences
4.4 Access and Opportunity to STEM Experiences
All students at Helmsburg are provided with the invaluable opportunity to engage with and learn from a diverse range of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) curriculum experiences. This is achieved through meaningful interactions and collaborative efforts with our dedicated community partners as well as experienced STEM professionals. The aim is to ensure that every student has access to high-quality educational resources and support, fostering a rich learning environment where they can explore and excel in various STEM fields.
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