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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Science
- Yahoo
Moline High recognized as Project Lead the Way Distinguished School
Moline High School has been recognized as a 2024-25 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished School, according to a news release. It is among a select group of high schools across the U.S. to be recognized for its commitment to inspiring and engaging students to unlock their potential through its PLTW Computer Science and Engineering programs. PLTW is a national nonprofit organization that creates transformative learning experiences and empowers students to develop in-demand knowledge and skills for future careers. 'Project Lead the Way has been an amazing partner in providing solid curricular support forour STEM programs,' said Chris Moore, principal of Moline High School. 'We are honored bythe recognition, and we continue in our commitment to providing quality STEM and career andtechnical education for MHS students.' The PLTW Distinguished School recognition honors schools committed to increasing studentaccess, engagement, and achievement in their PLTW programs. To be eligible for the designation, Moline High School had to meet criteria in the 2023-24 school year such asnumber of PLTW courses available to students, percent of students enrolled in PLTW, andpercent of students taking more than one PLTW course. Moline High School currently offers four engineering courses and two computer sciencecourses: Engineering courses: Introduction to Engineering, Principles of Engineering. Computer-Integrated Manufacturing, and Civil Engineering and science courses: Computer Science Essentials and Computer Science Principles. 'We are proud to honor Moline High School for their commitment to providing students withexceptional educational experiences through PLTW programs,' said Dr. David Dimmett, PLTWpresident and CEO.'This achievement celebrates their dedication to student achievement andtheir focus on empowering students with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in school and a wide range of post-secondary opportunities.' PLTW high school programs prepare today's students for the careers of tomorrow, by not onlyincorporating STEM skills into their learning but also building students' collaboration, teamwork and communication skills so they can be ready for whatever path they take. For more information about PLTW's Distinguished Program Recognition, visit here. For more information on Moline High School's PLTW Computer Science and Engineeringprogram, contact MHS teacher Zachary Bostic, at 309-743-8879 or zbostic@ Bostic serves as Moline High School's industrial technology teacher, Project Lead The Way coordinator, and CNC & welding apprenticeship coordinator. About PLTW For nearly 30 years, Project Lead The Way (PLTW) has prepared PreK–12 students for careers,college, and life by equipping them with the STEM knowledge, credential preparation,transferable skills, and confidence to succeed. Its hands-on, real-world learning, deep industrypartnerships and clear, scaffolded curriculum guide students from early career curiosity topost-secondary readiness. With strong professional development taught by a national network of more than 116,000 trained teachers in 12,200+ schools across all 50 states, PLTW enablesschools to design scalable, future-focused programs that inspire students, empower educators,and connect learning to life after graduation. Visit here to learn more. PLTW Computer Science The PLTW Computer Science interdisciplinary courses engage students in compelling, realworld computer science challenges. As students work together to design solutions, they learnmore than just how to code, developing computational thinking and communication skills for the increasingly technology-based economy. PLTW Engineering PLTW Engineering empowers high school students to step into the role of an engineer and adopt a problem-solving mindset. Students engage in collaborative, real-life activities like working with a client to design a home, programming electronic devices or robotic arms, and exploring algae as a biofuel source. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Epoch Times
14-05-2025
- General
- Epoch Times
Middletown High School Holds Annual ‘Experience Our Programs' Event
ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y.–Middletown High School hosted its annual 'Experience Our Programs' event on May 9, in which all the Middletown School District public schools presented what their classes and programs had created. Hundreds of students from public schools all over Middletown milled around presentation tables and exhibits, and 1,300 parents, friends, and visitors jostled through the school. Artwork from the district's 7,500 students filled halls and classrooms. Some students donated their art to be auctioned, hoping to fund a student's art degree. A sixth-grade social studies class hosted a game show in the library. The district Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps showed its students' drone flying abilities. Students in the biomedical program taught visitors simple medical procedures. Kinsley told The Epoch Times about her third-grade class's book that she helped write. Her class has made a book every year for the past three years. The class recorded their voices reading the book and made QR codes to let people listen to them. This year's book is called 'A Spooky Story,' and the goal was to help the students learn about the writing process, including prewriting, drafting, and editing. The teachers also helped with grammar, spelling, and overall understandability of the story. Related Stories 3/19/2025 3/5/2025 Kinsley described the process of making the story: 'It was hard and kind of easy. And it was really easy to figure out what I wanted to write about.' The Middletown school district has joined a global movement teaching the 'Leader in Me' program in schools. Middletown is in its first year of the program, so currently, the teachers are receiving training on how to apply the curriculum in their classes. The Leader in Me program aims to inspire leadership in students, using principles from the books 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People' and 'The 4 Disciplines of Execution.' The curriculum will be included in classes starting next school year, Christine Dumais told The Epoch Times. Dumais is the cultural co-lead, one of the two people in charge of running the Leader in Me program in Middletown. Dumais described the reason why the school decided to start implementing the Leader in Me curriculum. 'We want our students to be more independent and to take more ownership over their work,' she said. 'Leader in Me' Middletown School District organizer Christine Dumais holds "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People," the book the Leader in Me program is based on, during the "Experience Our Programs" event at Middletown High School on May 9, 2025. Oliver Mantyk/The Epoch Times Middletown High School student Jadiella spoke about the biomedical section of 'Project Lead The Way.' Project Lead The Way is a program that helps students make advances in STEM fields such as medicine, engineering, and computer science. Students in the first year of the program learn about crime scenes and cause of death analysis. The second year goes into human body systems. In the third year, students learn about medical intervention, teaching them what to do in medical emergencies. Students learn more advanced medical and surgical techniques in the fourth year. Students who complete the program receive a Certificate in Medicine, which in some cases leads to job opportunities in the medical field. 'It's really fun. It's very interactive, which I was very happy with. There's lots of dissecting and hands-on, which is great,' Jediella told The Epoch Times. ' It's not so boring, just learning and absorbing, because it's a lot of hard information. Some definitely want to be hands-on.' Middletown High School and "Project Lead The Way" student Jadiella during the "Experience Our Programs" event on May 9, 2025. Oliver Mantyk/The Epoch Times Middletown Mayor Joseph DeStefano has three grandkids in the school district and is himself a graduate of Middletown High School. He visits the event every year. 'When we bring business leaders and community leaders into the school district, into these schools and they see what's being provided here, they're just so impressed. And I think it's a big plus for industry and economic development and the community,' DeStefano told The Epoch Times.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Area seniors celebrate project milestones ahead of graduation
CARTHAGE, Mo. — With graduation approaching, some local seniors are putting the finishing touches on big projects. Today in Carthage, some involved in 'Project Lead The Way' got the chance to show off their work. Today marks the culmination of a four-year journey for seniors at the Carthage Technical Center. 'I've just been really excited to do my own project, and now that I've been able to do I,t I'm hoping that some freshmen are able to ask the same questions and get the same hype that I did,' said Damien Pauley, Carthage senior – PLTW engineering. 'We've worked hard to come up with these products and the research behind it,' said Maggie Boyd, Carthage senior, PLTW biomedical 'They've put together what they've learned in the last four years. And what they've accumulated in math and science, Mr. Barr's physics class. And they've put it all together to solve this problem,' said Chad Campbell, PLTW engineering instructor. These students are part of the Project Lead The Way pathways in the CTC which include biomedical and engineering. 'My project was the para park, which would help people with parallel parking. So what we did was we had a device that would hook into the tail hitch of a vehicle, and then that would lift up the backend of a vehicle. Pull up, you can easily lift the backend, put it down, and you're easily parallel parked,' said Pauley. 'I based my project off of people with auto-immune diseases and chronic illnesses that have restricted diets. So, I worked on a product that would help expand people's diets without increasing the negative effects,' said Boyd. When asked how their project helped them prepare for their future, they had nothing but good things to say. 'I'm majoring in biomedical science next year. So, creating a product that relates to the science is always good for me,' said Boyd. 'Even if you're not going into engineering, it helps with problem solving and communication. Because you need to work with people the entirety of the course,' said Pauley. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Frederick County Retired School Personnel awards grant to Walkersville High School teacher for student project
Recently the Frederick County Retired School Personnel (FCRSPA) awarded Walkersville High School teacher Ryan Kint a $500 grant to help fund his enhancing engineering and wood design with laser engraving and cutting student project. Kint will use the funds toward the purchase of a laser engraving/cutting tool for use by his Project Lead The Way (PTLW) classes. PLTW is a STEM initiative class offered at most high schools. This project will serve approximately 150-200 students annually, supporting their design and engineering projects. Many of these students would not have access to such technology outside of the school environment, making this an essential component of their educational experience. Unified MRSPA and FCRSPA membership is open to those who have retired from FCPS. For membership information, email myfcrspa@ or call and leave a message for the FCRSPA member chairperson at 301-788-1117.
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Rockford Public Schools look to train the next generation of pilots
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Students at Marshall Middle School could have the chance to simulate flying high in the sky in the comfort of their own campus. The donation of the flight simulators to Rockford Public Schools came after Project Lead The Way Teacher Stacy Wallace was taking aviation lessons, and (SIA) encouraged her to apply for a flight simulator donation. Students at Jefferson High School already have access to an aviation simulator. Students lined the halls to try out the brand-new flight simulator during lunch on Wednesday. 'I mean, this flight simulator from day one, it was installed first thing in the morning on a Thursday,' said Jefferson High School Engineering and Computer Science Teacher Craig Stenberg. 'From the next hour and every day, this has been getting lines of students to fly.' Many of the students most interested are part of the school's aerial robotics club. Thanks to the simulator, club members can graduate from flying drones to seeing what it is like to pilot an aircraft. 'As the weather gets a little bit warmer, we'll be heading outside, and you know, after they've done a little bit of [flying] on the flight simulator, they'll be able to try flying,' said Stenberg. 'You know, one of our little model airplanes out out of the backfield.' One flight instructor said he wished he had the opportunity to do the same when he was a student. 'I think if there's one regret I were to have, it would be that I didn't get started at an earlier age,' said Poplar Grove Airport flight Instructor Tevor Connors. 'So getting the opportunity to start at the age of 15, 16 and 17 just kind of helps speed up that process overall.' Even if a student is not interested in flying an aircraft, there are tons of other opportunities available. 'We have a maintenance team and a shop that we're standing in right now. There's pretty much a million different things you can do in aviation,' said Connors. 'You could be an airport manager. There's tons of opportunities, even if the flying portion isn't for you.' The donation of another flying simulator for Marshall Middle School was in committee on March 1st, and the vote to approve the donation will be held on March 15th. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
