STEM Education beyond traditional classrooms
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STEM education plays a vital role in equipping students with the necessary skills to thrive in the ever-evolving world, empowering them to think creatively to solve real-world problems, and develop skills that are in demand in the job market. Recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals that employment in STEM occupations has seen a staggering 79 percent growth over the past three decades. Stamford American School recognizes the significance of STEM education and goes beyond traditional approaches to elevate it to the next level, engaging students in STEM both inside and outside the classroom to become true innovators in this dynamic world.
An excellent example of Stamford's commitment to STEM education can be seen through the story of Trevor, a Grade 11 student, ignited passion for engineering through the school's unique STEMinn program which adds a focus on innovation. Trevor put his innovative thinking to test in his Grade 10 Sophomore project by building a balanced drone from scratch. With the guidance of his mentor Mr. Nichols, Secondary STEMinn teacher, Trevor conducted in-depth research to build part of his drone while using his own design thinking skill to engineer the final prototype. Students not only learn skills but clearly demonstrate the ability to apply them to novel situations that mirror a real work context.
Watch his story:
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Student Spotlight: Pioneering STEMinn with a Self-Made Drone