Eleven of our teachers have completed between one to five different PLTW trainings. These summer trainings not only certifie our teachers but also prepare them to teach curriculum using the most up to date technologies found in industry. |3.1 STEM Instructional Approach Training|
we also have teachers who have obtained training in A+ Networking, ACTE, Adobe, STEM Convention, CDC, and High Schools that Work |3.1 STEM Instructional Approach Training|
100% of Courses identify regular opportunities within their Course Guides for students to work collaboratively to solve real-world, industry aligned problems |3.3 Student Instructional Work Groups|
Full Service Auto Service Technology Lab fully equipped and certified by Ed Martin |3.4 Technology in Instruction|
Advanced Manufacturing Lab with CNC Mills, Laser Cutters, Advanced 3D Printers & other more traditional milling tools |3.4 Technology in Instruction|
Networking Lab complete with all of the tools and equipment to support small networks and servers to begin full stack development |3.4 Technology in Instruction|
"At least 50 percent of teachers have been trained in implementing a STEM instructional approach in the context of solving a real-world problem or challenge "
3.1 STEM Instructional Approach Training
3.1 Evidence Summary
3.1 Narriative
3.1 STEM Teacher Trainings Attended
"At least 50 percent of teachers use a STEM instructional approach in the context of solving a real-world problem or challenge "
"At least two times per week and in at least 50 percent of classes, students work in groups as follows: 1) Students collaborate with peers based upon project/intended outcomes 2) Each group member has at least one assigned role that is critical to successful project/goal completion 3) Accountability is measured and recorded for each individual as well as the entire group "
100% of Courses
Identify regular opportunities for students work in collaborative groups within their Course Guides.
- 3.3 Course Guides
3.3 Additional Evidence
"Students use a variety of technologies to enhance their learning in investigations and problem solving e.g., data collection/analysis, design, creation, virtual simulations, research and communication at least 50 percent of the time "
3.4 Technology in Instruction
1.4 Evidence Summary
3.4 Technology in Instruction
"At least 50 percent of teachers are implementing the planned integrated STEM learning opportunities on a quarterly basis (see 1.3) "