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Brookwood High School STEAM Program Information for Prospective Rising Juniors & Seniors and Parents April 24, 2017 1
Brookwood High School
STEAM Program
Information for Prospective Rising Juniors & Seniors
and Parents
April 24, 2017
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What is STEAM?
It stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics, but it is so much more than that.
A focus on the areas of STEM plus Fine Arts (musical arts, theatre arts, visual arts)
Integration of multiple disciplines (science, math, fine arts, and others)
A focus on hands-on, real-world experiences, problem solving, application, exploration, and innovation
Prepares well-rounded students for college and the workforce and provides unique educational opportunities
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Students who are interested in these types of subjects:
Students with these characteristics:
Science
Math
Engineering
Designing, Creating, & Refining
Computer Science
Technology
Biotechnology
Robotics
Music Technology
Health Science/Medical
o Highly motivated
o STEAM-minded
o Participate in Fine Arts
o Well-rounded
o Thinkers
o Creators
o Like to apply what they are learning
o Problem solvers
o Would like to major in a STEAM discipline in college
o Want to explore a STEM topic in depth
Who might be interested in the STEAM program?
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Brookwood High School STEAM Overview
1.
Academic Coursework
2.
Extracurricular Clubs/
Activities
3.
Real-World Connections
4.
Field Study Experience & Capstone
Project
Complete the
following credits: • 4 Science, 4 Math, 4
LA, 3 Social Studies,
2 Foreign Lang
Credits or CTE
• 1 Fine Arts
• Any point in high
school
• At least one BHS-
sponsored STEM
extracurricular
• At least one Fine
Arts extracurricular
or “cafeteria” plan
of Fine Arts events
• Any point in high
school
Point-based system
during Jr and Sr years
that includes choice of
• School -sponsored
Field Trips
• Speakers
• Outside BHS
experiences
• One Field Study
Experience (ex:
internship, research)
• Capstone Project that
highlights the FS and
STEAM Experience
• During 11th and/or 12th
grade or summer
between
*A list of approved options for 1, 2, and 3 will be provided. 4 must be preapproved by the STEAM Advisor and/or Administrator.
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Pathway Criteria Details
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Academic Coursework
Explore the following academic courses in grades 9-12:
A minimum of the following credits in the
following academic course areas:
At least ONE of the following
Fine Arts courses:
• 4.0 in Science (at least 1.0 AP recommended)
• 4.0 in Math (at least 1.0 AP recommended)
• 4.0 in Language Arts
• 3.0 in Social Studies
• 2.0 in Foreign Lang. or CTE (Career & Technical
Education)
One course may not be used in more than one of the above categories.
• 2D & 3D Design (Visual Arts
Comp I & II)
• AP Art History, if offered
• Any Theatre course • Any Dance course • Any Chorus course • Any Orchestra course • Any Band course • Any Music Tech course • AP Music Theory, if offered
• Jazz Combo
Pathway Criteria Details
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Extracurricular Clubs/ Activities
Engage in at least 2 of the following extracurricular STEAM clubs or activities during grades 9-12:
At least ONE of the following Brookwood-
sponsored extracurricular STEM clubs:
• STEM-based honor society
• Competition-based STEM club
• Other STEM club
At least ONE of the following Fine Arts
extracurricular activities:
• Drama Club • Jazz Band • Dance Club • Art Club • Marching Band • One of several Fine
Arts Honor Societies
At least ONE of the following independent
activities:
• STEM-based competition sponsored by a Brookwood STEM teacher
OR
AND
4 Evening or Weekend Events during 11th/12th:
• Performances at BHS or other approved locations
OR
Pathway Criteria Details
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Real-World Connections
Experience STEAM in the real world by earning at least 4 points PER year in BOTH 11th and 12th grade:
Any combination of the following:
• 2 points for each school-sponsored STEAM Field Trip
• 1 point for each Guided Study or Extended
Lunch STEAM Speaker • 2 points for each STEAM evening or weekend
event. Examples may include: STEAM Speaker Symposium, Hour of Code, Maker Faire, STEAM festival or event announced by BHS as a points opportunity
Pathway Criteria Details
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Field Study
Extend by participating in 1 of the following Field Study experiences and completing a supplementary Capstone Project
during 11th and/or 12th grade:
At least ONE of the following
Internship Experiences:
• Internship Option 1: BHS class that includes a STEM-field experience placement which may include, but not be limited to, Work Based Learning or QUEST Gifted Internship.
• Internship Option 2:
Participation in a summer or school-year STEM program or immersion experience (not affiliated with Brookwood HS and not for course credit) with a minimum number of contact hours.
At least ONE of the following
Research Experiences:
• Research Option 1: Gifted Directed Study course studying a preapproved STEM-related topic.
• Research Option 2: Independent research project supervised by a Brookwood STEM teacher
on a STEM-related topic.
• Research Option 3: Research project for AP Capstone course focused on a STEM-related topic.
Field Study Experience must be preapproved by your STEAM Advisor and have a minimum
number of contact hours.
OR
*Students do NOT have to use a class period in order to complete the Field Study.
Field Study Requirements 9
Placement, research, and/or study topic must be preapproved by your STEAM Advisor and must meet a minimum number of contact or research hours.
Culminating Capstone Project (portfolio and presentation of experiences and learning) is required. See your STEAM Advisor for more information.
For Internship Experience Options: Students must be engaged in meaningful, real-world experiences in the field of study.
For Research Experience Options: The research or study must focus on a topic that is above and beyond the AKS covered in a course offered at Brookwood.
Internship Placements/ Research Ideas 10
Completing FS Independently
(not as part of an existing course):
1. FS Proposal preparation and student-initiated contact (for internships) or
Research Plan preparation
2. Verification by advisor
-If needed Advisor assistance with placement/ research idea
3. Completion of Capstone requirements
Using an Existing Course to also meet FS Requirement:
1. Course teacher will handle placement/topic and all requirements
for course credit
2. Advisor will preapprove proposal including placement, time
commitment, and role/project to allow it to count as your STEAM FS
3. Completion of Capstone requirements, some simultaneously
Field Study experiences are individualized opportunities based on student interest.
Capstone Project 11
Portfolio
Completed over the course of junior and senior year with Advisor assistance
Primarily designed to be completed simultaneously with the Field Study
Due at the end of the senior year
Displays STEAM experiences and reflections
Presentation
Student-prepared display at STEAM Senior Symposium (modeled after Science research conferences)
Displays the Field Study and STEAM experience
Students will be available to answer questions about their display
Capstone Project
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Portfolio Artifact Examples
Proposal/ plan for FS
Review of Scientific/ Peer Reviewed Journal Article
STEAM Journey information
Photo journal and time sheets/ activity log from FS
Completed Criteria Chart and artifacts/documentation
Capstone Project
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Presentation
Field Trips
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STEAM Activities from Previous Cohorts
Guest Speakers
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STEAM Activities from Previous Cohorts
Business Partnerships 16
End of Senior Year
• Speakers o During the school day o Evening speaker symposium
• Field Trips • Field Study Internship Placements/ Research Mentors
• Extracurricular activity experts • Educational Partners
o Assistance with problem- and project-based learning o Real-world applications
“What’s in it for me if I participate?”
Benefits While in High School
Capitalize on the courses you will take
anyway
Dive into a subject/job field that interests you through
Field Study
Tangible rewards (STEAM bling)
Great experience for college and
scholarship apps (stand out from
others)
Work closely with STEAM advisors
and mentors
Benefits at Graduation
College and workforce readiness
Connections you make in your Field Study
experience
Ability to bring everything you’ve
learned together in a capstone project
Skills:
Critical Thinking
Collaboration
Communication
Creativity
Info, Media, Tech.
Life & Career
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Tangible Rewards 18
Seal for diploma
Medal on ribbon to
be worn at Graduation
Group or composite photo in STEAM
display at BHS
STEAM Celebration
Night Certificate
and Program
Non-Tangible Benefits 19
Relational
Two-year cohort of students
beginning in their 11th grade year
Group and 1-on-1 meetings with
STEAM advisor
Field Study supervisor/
mentor
Opportunity-Based
Workshops
Speakers
Field Trips
Experiential
Field Study Internship or
Research
Competitions
Extracurricular STEAM activities
Timeline
Senior Year
Complete Field Study before or during this year
Work on Capstone with Advisor help
Workshops, Speakers, Field Trips
Junior Year
Guided Study with STEAM Advisor
Workshops, Speakers, Field Trips
Plan your Field Study and begin working on Capstone
Application and Admission Process
Applications on STEAM webpage
Due Friday, May 5 Cohort announced by May 19
End of Senior Year
Finalize Capstone including presentation
Participate in the STEAM Celebration Night
Complete the STEAM Program Pathway requirements
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More Information
Visit the STEAM Website
• www.brookwoodhighschool.net > Academics > Academic Programs > STEAM
• Links to this PowerPoint, criteria chart, application, and other information
Contact a STEAM Team Member
• Mr. Beall – Room A101, [email protected]
• Ms. Granade – Room B36, [email protected]
• Dr. Moore – Room A11, [email protected]
• Mrs. Phillips – Room B30, [email protected]
• Ms. Shuster – Room C10, [email protected]
• Mrs. Trouteaud – Room C8, [email protected]
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