STEM
Science. Technology. Engineering. Mathematics.
​Introducing STEM education to elementary-aged children is vital in fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills that are essential in today's rapidly evolving world. By engaging in hands-on activities and experiments, young learners develop an understanding of how things work, encouraging curiosity and innovation. Early exposure to STEM subjects can spark a lifelong interest in these fields, potentially leading to future academic and career pursuits. STEM education also promotes collaboration and communication skills, as students often work in teams to tackle projects. By integrating STEM into early education, we are equipping children with a strong foundation that prepares them for the technological demands of the future, while also cultivating a sense of wonder and discovery about the world around them.
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A Note from Ms. Taylor
Hello students and families!
We are super excited to be introducing our new STEM course. We have a special STEM classroom all setup that students will visit during their 2x/week STEM period. Every month, we’ll do 1 or more hands on projects related to what you’re learning in homeroom math and science OR tech or engineering uniquely taught in our STEM class. A lot of what this class is about is problem solving. If you come with curiosity, attention, and a can-do attitude, we will have a wonderful time learning and
growing.
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Looking forward to learning and growing with you,
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Ms. Taylor
What can you expect from our STEM Class?
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This is a very hands-on course with individual and team projects, and you will practice your presentation skills.
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Coordinated course units around the science and math you learn within your
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home rooms. For example, if you are talking about geometry in their home rooms, we might be planning and building bridges with different shapes to test the strongest design.
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There will be some lectures around tech and engineering.
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No homework. However, if you do not finish the projects in class, you will need to take home to finish before the due date.
What will we cover?
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We’re fine-tuning the monthly themes we call “units” to align with Project Lead the Way as well as coordinating with homeroom grade teachers’ plans.
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(On the left) Here’s a draft layout of what we may cover.
“Success” for each student
Every grade measures the student’s ability to grasp concepts (on left).
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Here are the fundamental measures common for all grades:
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Ability to demonstrate the engineering design process
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Ability to critically think and solve problems
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Ability to present the problem and solutions
