Technology Education
Technology 7
Technology 7 is the first half of the one unit NYS “Introduction to Technology” curriculum. This course meets every day for twenty weeks or one half year.
Technology 7 introduces students to human resources, technological processes and creative problem solving. The course is taught through a number of hands on activities and design challenges. Students will use their knowledge of materials, machines and available resources to solve technical problems. These activities develop critical thinking and decision-making skills vital to employment success in the twenty first century.
Technology 8
Technology 8 is the second half of the one unit NYS “Introduction to Technology” curriculum. This course meets every day for twenty weeks or one half year.
Technology 8 introduces students to more resources, and technological processes that can be used to solve technological problems. The course is taught through a number of hands on activities and design challenges. Students will use their knowledge of materials, machines and available resources to solve technical problems. These activities develop critical thinking and decision-making skills vital to employment success in the twenty-first century.
Design & Drawing for Engineering (DDE)
Entrance into this course is by Application and Teacher Recommendation. DDE is the first course in all the New York State Approved Technical and Engineering Programs at Shaker High School. This course meets every day all year.
DDE in Grade 8 at SMS is for high achieving Math, Science and Technology students who know they are interested in a technical or engineering career.
*Parents and students please note: Students who are enrolled in DDE will not be able to take Studio Art in 8th grade. Passing DDE does fulfill the one unit Fine Art requirement for high school graduation.