STEM is an acronym that refers to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.  The Grade 10 Saunders STEM program offers students the opportunity to explore concepts within the context of 21st Century issues.  This course provides the opportunity to investigate a variety of learning expectations through interdisciplinary project-based learning.  This course highlights the interconnectedness across different subject areas.  Today's global community values the ability to consolidate and leverage skills from a variety of disciplines.

Students will have the opportunity to identify topics that matter to them, as they design, build and test solutions for authentic problems.  Science, History, English, Mathematics and Civics & Careers will be integrated into these inquiries, allowing students to achieve 5 credits over the course of the semester.

❏ Grade 10 Science 

❏ Grade 11 Math (Functions) 

❏ Grade 10 English 

❏ Grade 10 Communications Technology 

❏ Grade 10 History

Students who completed the Grade 9 STEM program will be familiar with this type of learning environment, however this program welcomes all Grade 10 students.  STEM@Saunders offers authentic opportunities to develop critical skills for the 21st century.  The integrated approach to instruction and project work provide the chance to further explore the Global Competencies that are embedded throughout Ontario Curriculum expectations and Achievement Charts for assessment.