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STEM and Innovation

Trina Reaves
Director of STEM and Innovation		 e-mail
Lisa Batiste
Administrative Assistant II		 e-mail

How does the Office of STEM and Innovation support each child's learning?
The Office of STEM and Innovation supports schools by:

  • promoting and enhancing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and    Mathematics) education.
  • supporting curriculum development to ensure a robust STEM education.
  • providing professional development opportunities for teachers to enhance their STEM teaching skills.
  • offering a wide range of resources and materials that align with STEM principles, aiding educators in delivering effective STEM education.
  • playing an active role in organizing STEM-related events and competitions to engage students and foster their interest in STEM fields.
  • forming partnerships with local businesses and organizations, creating opportunities for students to explore real-world STEM applications.

 

What is available to enrich student STEM-based experiences?

  • STEM-focused summer camps and workshops
  • Science museums, planetariums, and science centers
  • Participation in science and engineering competitions (e.g., Science Olympiad, robotics competitions)
  • Partnership programs with professionals in STEM fields
  • STEM-related field trips and guest speakers at schools

 

What is available to enrich student STEM-based experiences?

  • STEM-focused summer camps and workshops
  • Science museums, planetariums, and science centers
  • Participation in science and engineering competitions (e.g., Science Olympiad, robotics competitions)
  • Partnership programs with professionals in STEM fields
  • STEM-related field trips and guest speakers at schools

What can parents do at home to support their child's ability to problem-solve?
Parents can encourage problem-solving skills by fostering a growth mindset and providing opportunities for their children to tackle challenges independently. 

  • Ask open-ended questions that require critical thinking.
  • Encourage curiosity and exploration.
  • Provide access to books, educational games, and puzzles.
  • Involve children in hands-on activities, experiments, and projects.
  • Encourage perseverance and resilience when faced with difficulties.
  • Support extracurricular STEM activities and clubs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

What can parents do at home to support their child's ability to problem-solve?
Parents can encourage problem-solving skills by fostering a growth mindset and providing opportunities for their children to tackle challenges independently. 

  • Ask open-ended questions that require critical thinking.
  • Encourage curiosity and exploration.
  • Provide access to books, educational games, and puzzles.
  • Involve children in hands-on activities, experiments, and projects.
  • Encourage perseverance and resilience when faced with difficulties.
  • Support extracurricular STEM activities and clubs.

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