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The STEM Capstone is a year-long, independent project with in-depth learning and exploration into Engineering, Mathematics, Science and/or Computer Science. Upon successful completion of the STEM Capstone, students receive a stamped diploma recognized by the Colorado Department of Education. Students also have the opportunity to pass out of Cornerstone Design 1 at Colorado School of Mines.
The STEM Capstone is a year-long, independent project with in-depth learning and exploration into Engineering, Mathematics, Science and/or Computer Science. Upon successful completion of the STEM Capstone, students receive a stamped diploma recognized by the Colorado Department of Education. Students also have the opportunity to pass out of Cornerstone Design 1 at Colorado School of Mines.
STEM Capstone Requirements
STEM Capstone Requirements
4.0 STEM related credits beyond graduation requirements
Work with an industry mentor
The project must address a known problem and align to the STEM field.
The end product will be a prototype or scientific article.
Digital portfolio
Presentation to a panel of STEM professionals
Colorado STEM Endorsed Diploma
Colorado STEM Endorsed Diploma
STEM Coursework
4.0 credits in STEM in addition to 3.0 credits in both math & science
High Math Proficiency (one of the following scores)
600+ Math SAT
28+ Math ACT
4 or higher in AP Math class
STEM Capstone
Solves a real world problem
project presented to industry panelists
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