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San Marin High School STEM Program Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics

Join us at San Marin High School for a unique STEM program that prepares students for future careers. Learn about our rigorous curriculum, project-based approach, and core beliefs in innovation and technology.

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San Marin High School STEM Program Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics

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  1. San Marin High School STEM Program Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics

  2. Introductions School Staff: 2014-15 Teaching Assignments Mr. Nick Williams- 9th Physics/Engineering, Teacher Lead Ms. Melissa Havel- 9th Physics/Engineering Dr. Michelle Lafevre-Bernt- 10th Biology/Biotechnology Ms. Kim Laabs- STEM Algebra 2 Mr. David Wronski- STEM Geometry Administrators Mr. Adam Littlefield, Principal Ms. Leslie Norinsky, Assistant Principal, STEM Administrator

  3. Why San Marin High School? • Focus on the whole student • Opportunity to excel in all areas • AP and honors courses - academics • smARTt – Arts and Technical Arts • Athletics • Clubs and activities • Community service

  4. Why San Marin STEM? • First and only STEM-focused high school program in Marin County • Rigorous science, engineering, and math curriculum • Small community atmosphere • Critical and Creative Thinking, Collaboration, and Communication • Project-based learning

  5. Successful San Marin STEM Students • Love math, science, and technology • Expect to go to a four year college • Value learning and have high expectations for their academic progress and behavior • Know how to work on projects with other people • Do their personal best on all assignments • Want to attend a program within high school • Participate in clubs and activities

  6. Why STEM? • The current demand for STEM-capable US workers surpasses the supply of applicants who have trained for those careers. • 16 of the 20 occupations with the largest projected growth in the next decade are STEM related. • STEM teaches critical thinking and problem solving- transferrable skills • STEM seeks to engage students in school by use student centered strategies

  7. Vision The San Marin High School’s Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Program seeks to excite, engage, and educate students in a project-based environment. Using state-of-the-art technology tools, 21st Century skills, and rigorous cutting-edge curriculum, graduates will be prepared for future STEM-related careers and non-STEM related careers.

  8. About Our Program • College Preparatory • The Six Tenets • Project-Based Learning • Integrated Curriculum • Using Technology • Small Program Environment • Empowering Students to manage their learning • Work-based learning opportunities

  9. Core Beliefs • We believe that students should develop • Learning and Innovation skills • Digital Literacy skills • Career and Life skills

  10. Partial Block Schedule starting spring 2015

  11. Typical Coursework – 9th grade 9th Grade STEM CORE: Physics Principles of Engineering Mathematics: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 REQUIRED OF ALL 9th GRADERS: English 9 Geography/Health Physical Education OTHER ELECTIVES: Music, Drama, Dance, Art, Spanish, French, Leadership, other

  12. Typical Coursework – 10th grade 10th Grade STEM CORE: Biology/Biotechnology Mathematics: Geometry, Algebra 2, Precalculus, Statistics REQUIRED OF ALL 10th GRADERS: English 10 World History/ AP European History Physical Education or waiver (must meet specific requirements) OTHER ELECTIVES: Many available, including: Spanish, French, Arts, Cisco Academy and College Coursework

  13. Typical Coursework - 11th grade 11th Grade STEM CORE: Chemistry Science Class of Choice: Biotech 2, AP Biology, AP Physics, Marine Biology Mathematics: Algebra 2, Precalculus, Statistics. AP Calculus, AP Statistics REQUIRED OF ALL 11th GRADERS: English 11, AP Language and Composition US History/ AP US History OTHER ELECTIVES: Many available, including: World Languages, Arts, Cisco Academy and College Coursework

  14. Typical Coursework- 12th Grade 12th Grade STEM CORE: AP Biology, AP Physics, AP Chemistry, or Marine Biology Engineering/Senior Project Mathematics: Precalculus, Statistics. AP Calculus, AP Statistics REQUIRED OF ALL 12thGRADERS: ERWC, AP Literature and Composition Government and Economics/AP Govt and AP Econ OTHER ELECTIVES: Many available, including Cisco Academy and College Coursework

  15. UC-Approved Curriculum • 8 Science courses • Including Engineering courses • Physical science or biological science emphasis • Including AP courses • 4 Math courses • Culminating with AP Calculus • Technology-rich coursework • Project-Based Learning/Inquiry-Based Learning • Student-Centered

  16. What is Project-Based? • Entry Event • Driving or Essential Question • Need to know list • In Depth Inquiry • Revision and Reflection • Public Audience

  17. Why Project-Based Learning? • Engaging • Provokes students to encounter (and struggle with) the central concepts and principles of a discipline. • Teaches • communication and presentation • organization and time management • research and inquiry • self-assessment and reflection • group participation and leadership

  18. Project-Based Learning 9th Grade Science/Engineering Typical Projects • Rube Goldberg • Physics of Sports Video • Hybrid Car Design • Passive Solar Home Design • Build a band (of musical instruments) • Robotics and programming

  19. Rube Goldberg Fly Swatter

  20. Rube Goldberg Project in Science/Engineering Class • 6 week project- Simple Machines • Integration of Science and Engineering • Classroom instruction • Project Time • Culminating Activity • What students learn

  21. Sophomore Year 2014-15 Biology/Biotechnology Examples of 6 week projects: Human Organ Systems: Integration of Biology and Engineering Crime Scene Investigation: Integration of Genetics, Biotechnology and Forensic Science

  22. Common Core Standards in Math • The standards call for learning mathematical content in the context of real-world situations, using mathematics to solve problems, and developing “habits of mind” that foster mastery of mathematics content as well as mathematical understanding.

  23. Complex thinking in mathematics Structuring the Standards for Mathematical Practice Overarching habits of mind of a productive mathematical thinker • Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. • Reason abstractly and quantitatively. • Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others. • Model with mathematics. • Use appropriate tools strategically. • Attend to precision. • Look for and make use of structure. • Look for and express regularity in repeated reasoning.

  24. Mathematics in STEM Students required to earn a B or better in: CCSS 8th grade math CCSS Compacted 8th grade math Algebra 1 Geometry Students in STEM cohorts or clustered into courses together. Other assessment during interview process

  25. Mathematics in STEM • Fostering mathematical reasoning and sense-making • Investigating the “Big Ideas” • Persistence through a Growth Mindset

  26. Math in STEM (Common Core)

  27. Math in STEM (Common Core)

  28. Collaboration and Exploring Ideas

  29. Use of Technology • Computers • Specialized Science/Engineering Equipment • Calculators • Shop Equipment • Mobile devices • Bring your own device (laptop, iPad, iPod, Chromebook, etc.) • Other

  30. Personalized Environment • Cohort of students/ Community of Learners • Dedicated Math/Science Teachers • Students get to know each other and their teachers really well • Teachers work together to develop extraordinary curriculum

  31. Empowering Students • Take responsibility for own learning • Be a responsible member of the SMHS/STEM communities • High expectations • Choice in decision-making

  32. Clubs and Activities • Student Leadership • Robotics • Computer Programming/App Development • Technology Student Organization • Gardening Club • Science Olympiad • Service Learning and Community Service • Plus other San Marin clubs and activities

  33. Criteria • Complete Application and Submit by Jan. 30th • Completed Application Pages with student responses • Grade of B or better in CCSS Grade 8 Math (or higher math) • Counselor Report • Math or Science Teacher Recommendation • Other Adult Recommendation • Group interview/Design Challenge • Evidence from previous school work (grades, assessments, attendance, discipline)

  34. Selection Rubric

  35. Next Steps • Applications now available on San Marin webpage • Completed application due by Jan. 30, 2015 For more information… See San Marin Website San Marin High School (415) 898-2121 Applicants will be notified by March 2nd , 2015

  36. STEM Admission Process • January Activities • Submit applications • February Activities • Interviews • Student Selection • Spring Activities • Updates • Welcome meetings

  37. Questions and Answers

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