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, math and science fields. The STEM Diploma offers 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 n n 5 credits of Mathematics (Including AP Statistics) 6 credits of Science or 6 credits of Science/Engineering/CS n (4 of the 6 must be in Biology, Chemistry and Physics) 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 1 credit of Physical Education 2 summer STEM workshops at ASU/PHS- Freshman and Sophomore summers 1 summer STEM Experience…Junior summer n n n n Job Shadowing STEM workshop (Educational Institution) STEM Activity (Non Educational Institution) 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 STEM Experience Focus courses available in partnership with CGCC and ASU n n Engineering, Biotechnology, and Computer Sciences Computer Science/Engineering courses at PHS Extensive opportunity to earn college credits prior to graduation from high school Rigorous program of study to make your student college ready

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

CAREER CENTER/COORDINATOR SUPPORT n One counselor is assigned to track and assist students throughout their 4 years in the program n n n Fred Mann: STEM coordinator Students work with the Career Center to apply for college admission and scholarships Counselor/Coordinator assists students with applying for summer workshops and STEM experience Counselor/Coordinator assists students in enrolling in online courses and off-campus courses from the Focus menu. Counselor maintains credits checks and GPA checks to ensure students’ success in the program

PARTNERSHIPS • ASU will: • • • Guarantee admittance into ASU Polytechnic program Offer summer STEM workshops Offer a Junior High School summer head start program Help promote the program and attend informational nights Work to have offerings for the STEM Experience

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

PARTNERSHIPS n Embry Riddle Aeronautical University n Provide Engineering dual enrollment course at PHS

STUDENT EXPECTATIONS n Students in the program will be required to: n Complete AP exams in all AP classes they take n n Take the ACT, PSAT and SAT tests n n Dual Enrollment? Must take PSAT test in the Fall of their Junior year even if they have taken it as a Freshman or Sophomore Apply for university admission

PROGRAM COSTS n n n AP Exams are $92. 00 per exam Dual Enrollment for college credit is $84. 00 per credit hour plus $15 registration fee each semester College courses taken at CGCC are $84. 00 per credit hour plus $15 registration fee each semester Fees for summer workshops at ASU, PHS Possible STEM Experience fees Financial assistance may be available

STEM SCHOLAR Freshman Honors English 9 * Honors Algebra 2 Honors Biology AP World History Physical Education World Language 1 * Summer Health (Online) STEM Workshop (Fresh/Soph) Sophomore_____ Honors English 10 Honors Brief Calculus or Honors Pre-Calculus Honors Chemistry Elective/Elec-Health World Language 2 AP Statistics Junior AP English 11 Accelerated AP Calculus AB/BC AP Chemistry AP American/Arizona History Menu/Focus (Science/Engineer/CS) Fine Art Elective(s) Summer STEM Experience Senior________ AP or DE English 12 Multivariable Calc and Diff Eq AP Physics 1/AP Physics C Mech AP Government/AP Economics Menu/Focus (Science/Eng/CS) Menu (PHS) Human Biology, AP Environmental Science, Robotics, Honors Science Research Focus (Chandler Gilbert Community College/PHS) Computer Science and Engineering @ PHS Biotechnology at CGCC n n n Dual Enrollment Credits available Advanced Placement college credits available with successful test scores Students entering with Algebra 1 may take the Honors Geometry/Honors Algebra 2 block to accelerate into the STEM Scholar Program

STEM Freshman English 9 *Honors Geometry Honors Biology World History World Language 1 * Physical Education Junior English 11 Honors Brief Calculus or Honors Pre-Calculus AP Chemistry American/Arizona History AP Statistics Menu/Focus (Science/Eng/CS) Summer Health (online) STEM Workshop (Fresh/Soph) Summer STEM Experience Sophomore________ English 10 Honors Algebra 2 Honors Chemistry Elective/Elect-Health World Language 2 Fine Art Elective(s) Senior__________ English 12 Accelerated AP Calculus AB/BC AP Physics 1 or AP Physics C Government/Economics Menu/Focus (Science/Engineer/CS) Menu (PHS) Human Biology, AP Environmental Science, Robotics, Honors Science Research Focus (Chandler Gilbert Community College/PHS) Computer Science and Engineering @ PHS Biotechnology at CGCC n n n Dual Enrollment Credits available Advanced Placement college credits available with successful test scores Students entering with 8 th grade math may take Algebra 1 and Geometry courses to accelerate into the STEM Diploma Program

FOCUS COURSES Offered at the Chandler Gilbert Community College Campus Biotechnology Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry Fundamentals of Biochemistry CHM 230/230 LL CHM 260/260 LL 4 4 Engineering (At PHS with ERAU) Honors Introduction to Engineering Honors Principles of Engineering EGR 101 EGR 115 2 3 Computer Science (At PHS) AP Computer Science Principles AP Computer Science A TBD CSC 100/CSE 110 Depends on score

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), by mail or email

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 More attractive for scholarship applications

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.