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Mr. Michael O’ Brien, Principal of AHS Ms . Sarah Voskuhl, SMA Program Specialist

Mr. Michael O’ Brien, Principal of AHS Ms . Sarah Voskuhl, SMA Program Specialist. SMA Mission Statement.

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Mr. Michael O’ Brien, Principal of AHS Ms . Sarah Voskuhl, SMA Program Specialist

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  1. Mr. Michael O’ Brien, Principal of AHS Ms. Sarah Voskuhl, SMA Program Specialist

  2. SMA Mission Statement The Science and Mathematics Academy is dedicated to providing students with a solid educational foundation that far exceeds typical exposure to STEM through engaging and rigorous coursework that challenges them to problem solve and develop into independent self-reliant learners.

  3. SMA Student Body • 203 students currently enrolled • representation from all HCPS middle schools as well as several private schools • SMA students are INVOLVED! • Student athletes (representation on every team at AHS) • Musicians and singers • Clubs • Honor Societies

  4. Accomplishments Class of 2013: Grade Frequency Distribution GPA Range 4.00 – 5.00 58% 3.50 – 3.99 21% 3.00 – 3.49 17% 2.50 – 2.99 2% AP Scores 2012-13: Percent Passing • Calculus AB/BC: 96% • Physics B/C: 71% • Biology: 96% • Chemistry: 88% • Environmental Science: 94% • Statistics: 85% College Scholarships: Over $8 million

  5. Minimum SMA Graduation Requirements • At least one Advanced Placement SMA Mathematics Class in addition to AP Statistics • At least one Advanced Placement SMA Science Class in addition to AP Environmental Science and AP Physics B • 4 SMA semester electives (2 credits) • Science, Research, and Technology (SRT) I-IV

  6. Science, Research, and Technology (SRT) • 4-year sequenced series of courses • 9th grade: semester (1/2 credit) • 10th grade: full year (1 credit) • 11th grade: full year (1 credit) • 12th grade: double block (2 credits) • STEM curriculum • Project-based • Relevant and authentic research

  7. Collect and Analyze Data Design Experiments

  8. SRT • Junior Year: 3-4 “mini” capstone projects • Biotechnology & medical sciences • Pre-engineering & physical sciences • Computational sciences & mathematics • Geosciences & environmental sciences • Senior Year: Capstone Research Project • Each student works with a professional scientist, mathematician, or engineer. • Detailed, scientific poster and a presentation to peers, faculty, parents, and mentors.

  9. Capstone Partners Radiance Technologies Raytheon SAIC SURVICE Engineering Stanley, Black, and Decker U.S. Army Edgewood Chemical & Biological Center U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense U.S. Army Public Health Command • Aberdeen Department of Public Works • Army Research Lab • Battelle • Chesapeake Environmental Management, Inc. • CNA • Drayer Physical Therapy • Ecotone, Inc. • Frederick Ward Associates, Inc. • Johns Hopkins Hospital • MITRE • ORSA Corporation

  10. Advanced Science and Mathematics Semester Electives (based on student and faculty interest) • Principles of Engineering • Microcontrollers • Genetics • Biotechnology • Bacteriology • Linear Algebra • Cryptography • Sports Physiology • Functional Kinesiology • Organic Chemistry • Biochemistry • Robotics • Technical Writing • Computer Aided Design • Design Engineering • Introduction to Math Logic • Ecology • Materials Science • Plant Physiology

  11. Grade Nine • Honors Government • Health (semester course) • Band/Chorus/Orchestra or Fine Art • Foreign Language Honors Algebra II AP Environmental Science Honors Biology Science, Research, and Technology I (semester course) Honors English 9

  12. Grade Ten • Functions, Statistics & Trigonometry • AP Statistics • Honors Chemistry • Science, Research, and Technology II • Honors English 10 • World History or AP World History • Physical Education, Band/Chorus/ • Orchestra or Fine Art • Foreign Language

  13. Grade Eleven • AP Mathematics • AP Physics B • Science, Research, and Technology III • English 11 or AP English • U.S. History or AP U.S. History • Foreign Language • Electives of Choice (AP Math, AP Science or SMA electives)

  14. Grade Twelve • AP Science and/or AP Mathematics • Science, Research and Technology IV: Senior Capstone Project (2 credits) • English 12 or AP English • Electives of Choice (4 credits)

  15. AP Science and Math Courses Biology Chemistry Environmental Science (9th grade) Physics B (11th grade) Physics C Calculus AB Calculus BC Computer Science Statistics (10th grade)

  16. What do SMA students say about their experiences here ? “The work is challenging but it is good to be with students who have the same interests.” “I like the friends, technology, and the freedom to learn.” “Compare this experience to no other you’ve had in the past. Be prepared to work!” “A unique learning experience…especially the opportunity to work with one of the scientists or engineers from APG.” “Provides a fantastic foundation for college.”

  17. What do the parents of SMA students say? “Nice kids, helpful teachers, challenging courses and a host school that accepts SMA students 100%.” “I like the way the SMA addresses the needs of the talented kids, it challenges them.” “Come to the program committed and dedicated with the understanding that this is a long term commitment.”

  18. Selection Criteria *Round 1 Level of academic achievement in middle school Demonstrated interest and motivation for learning, especially in science and math Written communication skills *Round 2 In-person science and math exam

  19. Online Application Deadline • Timeline for Admissions: • Round 1 Acceptance – early January • Round 2 – science/math test (Jan. 25) • Final Acceptance – early March Applications for the class entering the SMA in the fall of 2014 must be submitted online by December 6, 2013.

  20. SMA Faculty Mr. Stu Chapman – Science Mr. Gareth Davis Jr. – Science Mr. Mark Evans – Mathematics Mrs. Yvonne Gabriel – Science Mr. Joel Leff – Mathematics Ms. Diana Liberto - Mathematics Mrs. Linda McDonough – Science Mr. Nathaniel Sloan – Science Ms. Sarah Voskuhl – Program Specialist

  21. SMA Tour • Each family should have an index card with a letter • Groups A – O find your student with the same letter in the lobby and enjoy your tour of the SMA • Groups P – EE find your student with the same letter in the lobby and enjoy your tour of the SMA

  22. For further information, please contact:Ms. Sarah Voskuhl, SMA Program Specialistsarah.voskuhl@hcps.org410-273-5500 Or find us on the web at: scienceandmathacademy.com

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