STEM Advisory CommitteeMiddle School High School

Liberty Teachers: Ms. Gretchen Peterson – 6th gradeMr. Eric Dobervich – 7th gradeMs. Alesha Gregg – 8th grade; Counselor - Ms. Dana Strand; Administration - Mrs. Weber and Mr. HolderStudents - Savanah Glover & Ben KensokParent: Jana Bruhschwein

CheneyTeachers: Ms. Deb Boehm -6th grade, Ms. Alissa Helm- 7th GradeCounselor: Caroline FraaseAdministration - Mr. Gehlhar Students: Michael Bowles & Ian OlsonParent: Steve Larson

WFHSTeachers: Ms. Susan Duffy (Science); Ms. Barb Metcalf (Social Studies)Counselor: Mr. David ThorpeAdministration: Dr. Jennifer Fremstad (Principal); Ryan Stewart (Asst. Principal)Students: Dustin Steedsman & Lindsey KrogenParent: Mike Smith

Sheyenne High SchoolTeachers: Mrs. Nanci Dauwen (Math) and Mr. Adam Dodd (English)Counselor: Ms. Dana StrandStudents: Quinton Vonesh & Jesse PriceAdministration: Dr. Pam CroninParent: Chris Ault

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Overall, STEM occupations are projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations. And

wages in these occupations were generally higher compared to other occupations.

SkillsAlong with having a technical foundation, prospective STEM workers must have strong thinking and communication skills. “People focus so much on math and science that they often ignore these skills,” Holm says. Ability to consider problems in different ways and then being able to explain a solution clearly is essential for success in STEM occupations

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What is STEM?There is no universally agreed-upon definition of STEM. Experts generally do agree, however, that STEM workers use their knowledge of science, technology, engineering, or math to try to understand how the world works and to solve problems. Their work often involves the use of computers and other tools.

Vilorio, D. (n.d.). STEM 101: Intro to tomorrow's jobs. RetrievedDecember 31, 2014, from http://www.bls.gov/careeroutlook,Occupational Outlook Quarterly Spring 2014 AB

WFPS STEM Definition

You don’t have to wait until college to prepare for a STEMcareer. STEM workers recommend pursuing challenging ones—

such as Advanced Placement (AP) courses—to improve your transcript and adjust to the demands of STEM work.

Take as many rigorous classes as you can.

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STEM Teachers● Establishing the Student Portfolio

○ Progress done on Google Drive○ Work saved by semester on Google Sites (portfolio)

● Projects are strategically placed throughout the year○ Can’t do projects all the time

● Scheduling○ Difficulty in flexibility as kids are all over the building○ More flexibility after Freshman year

● Accountability for standards○ Same standards and common assessments district wide.

● One Interdisciplinary Project per semester○ “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks” by Rebecca Skloot

9th Grade Students● Opportunity to Enroll in Rigorous Classes (AP, Dual

Credit, etc.)● Different than Middle School - Structure and Alignment

■ More tests than projects-standard testing requirements

● Cover all the same curriculum■ Same opportunities (musics, foreign languages,

etc.)● Opportunities to take engineering based classes

(PLTW, graphics, etc.)

Students Share About Capstone/Internship

● Ashley Christlieb● Kailey Christlieb● Sheridan Burns

Parents ● Advisory Committee Role

○ Parent Role on the Advisory Committee■ Liaison for Parents - Communicate thoughts and ideas to share at

advisory council.■ Thoughts and Ideas from Parents’ Perspective

● Topics of Discussion in Past Meetings○ Update on STEM Capstone/Internship○ Review and Revise Pathway Course○ Leadership Participation/Piece

● Future Topics of Discussion○ Enhance and Grow STEM Program○ Building Capacity and Keeping Pace with Growth of District