Governors STEM Academy STafford Academy of Technology IT

Governor’s STEM Academy STafford Academy of Technology IT

STAT IT • Content—What is taught • Pedagogy—How content is taught • Relationships

STAT IT—Content

STAT IT—Content • 9 th Grade: IT Fundamentals, Honors Earth Science, Math, Honors English • 10 th Grade: Computer Programming, Honors Biology, Math, Honors English • 11 th grade: AP Computer Science A & AP Computer Science Principles, Honors Chemistry, Honors English • 12 th Grade: IB Computer Science & Cybersecurity, Physics, English (AP or Dual Enrollment) – In 11 th and 12 th grade, math will be taken at student’s base school. – Dual Enrollment English for college credit can be taken in 12 th grade.

STAT IT—Pedagogy • Cohort Model • Project Based Learning • Service Learning • After school learning opportunities • Collaboration Between Content Areas • Heavy Integration of Technology into Classroom Assignments • Professional Development for STAT Teachers

STAT IT—Relationships • 4 -year Cohort Model (natural, fluid) • Student Collaboration • STAT Teacher Collaboration • Vertical Teaming—student and teacher • Parent/Community Relationships

STAT IT—Moving Forward • Flexibility in scheduling • Potential for collaboration with the IB program • Potential for collaboration with Project Lead the Way • Continually evolving program based on student needs

STAT IT—Products