PERRY HIGH SCHOOL STEM DIPLOMA STEM SCHOLAR DIPLOMA

PERRY HIGH SCHOOL STEM DIPLOMA STEM SCHOLAR DIPLOMA (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)

OBJECTIVE n To offer the most rigorous academic program available for ALL students whose interest is in the engineering and science fields. The STEM Diploma would offer a blend of classroom course work and real world experience along with project based learning. Students will be exposed to a comprehensive college prep program for careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Medicine, and Mathematics.

REQUIREMENTS n n CUSD graduation requirements-22 credits STEM diploma and STEM Scholar diploma requirements-23 credits 5 credits of Mathematics (Including AP Statistics) n 6 credits of Science or 6 credits of Science/Engineering (Chemistry and Physics) n 4 credits of English n 3 credits of Social Studies n 2 credits of World Language n 1 credit of Fine Arts n. 5 credit of Health n. 5 credit of STEM elective n 1 credit of Physical Education 2 summer STEM workshops at ASU/PHS - Sophomore and Junior summers 1 summer STEM Experience…Senior summer n n n n Job Shadowing at partner companies STEM Exploration Summer enrichment programs at ASU Summer bridge programs at ASU Students must maintain a 3. 5 weighted GPA for the STEM Diploma and a 3. 8 weighted GPA for the STEM Scholar Diploma n Students who fall below GPA minimums would be put on probation for a semester. Failure to raise their GPA above the minimum at the conclusion of the semester will result in removal from the program.

FEATURES n n n Online learning opportunity Project Based Learning models that coordinate content from AP science courses and higher level mathematics courses Participation in summer workshops Job shadowing at a STEM company Focus courses available in partnership with CGCC and ASU n n Engineering, Biotechnology, and Computer Sciences. Extensive opportunity to earn college credits prior to graduation from high school

RECOGNITION n n STEM students will receive an additional diploma at graduation STEM students will be noted in the graduation program as a STEM diploma recipient STEM students will be given a cord to wear at graduation STEM students will indicate the program on their college admission applications

COUNSELING/CAREER CENTER/COORDINATOR SUPPORT n n n One counselor will be assigned to track and assist students throughout their 4 years A Coordinator has been appointed to oversee the STEM program Students will work with the Career Center to apply for college admission and scholarships Counselor/Coordinator will assist students with applying for summer workshops and STEM experience Counselor/Coordinator will assist students in enrolling in online courses and off-campus courses from the Focus menu. Counselor will maintain credits checks and GPA checks to ensure students’ success in the program

• ASU will: • • • PARTNERSHIPS Guarantee admittance into ASU Polytechnic program Allow students to take EGR 101/102 (Engineering) at Polytechnic campus Offer summer STEM workshops Offer a Junior High School summer head start program Assist in Mapping pathways for college that correspond to our program of study Help promote the program and attend informational nights

PARTNERSHIPS n Chandler Gilbert Community College will: schedule classes as needed to assist PHS students in completing their focus courses if enrollment is sufficient n Work to offer Engineering courses at PHS n

STUDENT EXPECTATIONS n Students in the program will be required to: Complete AP exams in all AP classes they take n Take the ACT, PSAT and SAT tests n Apply for college admission n

PROGRAM COSTS n n n n AP Exams are $89. 00 per exam Dual Enrollment for college credit is $76. 00 per credit hour College courses taken at CGCC are $76. 00 per credit hour University courses taken at ASU are $592. 00 per credit hour (Typical course is 3 -4 credit hours) Possible fees for summer workshops at ASU Possible STEM Experience fees Financial assistance may be available

STEM SCHOLAR Freshman Honors English 9 * Honors Algebra 2 Honors Biology Honors World History World Language 1 Physical Education Junior AP or DE English 11 Accelerated AP Calculus AB/BC AP Chemistry/Physics AP American/Arizona History Menu/Focus (Science/Engineer) Fine Art Elective/Elective Summer Health (Online) STEM Workshop (Fresh/Soph) Summer Job Shadow/Exp Sophomore Honors English 10 Honors Brief Calculus Honors Chemistry/Physics Elective/Elec-Health World Language 2 Menu (Math) Senior AP or DE English 12 Multivariable Calc and Diff Eq Honors Chemistry/Physics AP Government/AP Economics Menu/Focus (Science/Engineer) Menu (PHS) AP Statistics, Human Biology, AP Environmental Science Focus (Chandler Gilbert Community College/ASU) Computer Science, Biotechnology, Engineering n n * Dual Enrollment Credits available Advanced Placement Credits available with successful test scores Students entering with Algebra 1 may take the Geometry/Algebra 2 block

STEM Freshman English 9 *Honors Geometry Honors Biology World History World Language 1 Physical Education Junior English 11 Honors Brief Calculus AP Chemistry/Physics American/Arizona History Menu/Focus (Science/Engineer) Menu (Math) Summer Health (online) STEM Workshop (Fresh/Soph) Summer Job Shadow/Exp Sophomore English 10 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Chemistry/Physics Elective/Elect-Health World Language 2 Fine Art Elective/Elective Senior English 12 Accelerated AP Calculus AB/BC Honors Chemistry/Physics Government/Economics Menu/Focus (Science/Engineer) Menu (PHS) AP Statistics, Human Biology, AP Environmental Science Focus (Chandler Gilbert Community College/ASU) Computer Science, Biotechnology, Engineering n n Dual Enrollment Credits available Advanced Placement Credits available with successful test scores * Students entering with 8 th grade math may take Algebra 1/Geometry/Algebra 2 course

FOCUS COURSES Offered at the Chandler Gilbert Community College Campus Biotechnology Intro to Biotechnology Applied Biosciences: Biotechnology Internship BIO 107 BIO 247 BIO 215 4 4 3 Engineering Analysis Tools & Tech Engineering Problem Solving & Design ECE 102 ECE 103 2 2 Computer Science Intro to Computer Science JAVA Digital Design Fundamentals CSC 110 AA CSC 120 3 4 Offered at ASU Polytechnic Campus Engineering Introduction to Engineering Design II EGR 101 EGR 102 3 3

APPLICATION PROCESS n n n Interested students need to complete an application Applications will be accepted at registration for new freshmen Applications are reviewed by a committee. Students will be notified at their junior high school (in CUSD) or by mail

Why be a STEM Program Participant? n n n n n Dedicated counselor and coordinator support Career and College support Challenging coursework Project-based learning… relevant… motivating Recognition Participate in a guaranteed admissions pipeline Graduate STEM-Prepared… Opens many doors College readiness within your program of interest Support in mapping out college STEM pathways

What if… n n n What if I am an athlete? What if I am a marching band member? What if I am in orchestra or choir?

So… who is a STEM Participant? Anyone that is curious, likes a challenge, and is willing to put in hard work.