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Who should attend the STEM Academy?
    The STEM Academy is for students who enjoy solving problems, working with their hands and enjoy drawing. Students learn how science, technology, art and math are applied in engineering and architecture. 
 
What is the STEM Academy?
     The STEM Academy is a sequence of courses that start in 9th grade, which follows a proven hands-on, real-world problem-solving approach to learning. STEM Academy courses complement traditional mathematics and science courses, and are designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and careers in STEM-related fields. Students learn and apply the design process, acquire strong teamwork, and communication proficiency. Students have access to 3D design software used by companies like Intel, Lockheed Martin, and Pixar. 
 
What is a typical day?
     This is a 4-Year academy that starts with basic and overarching concepts around Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. As the student progresses through each year, the content becomes more specific toward Robotics, Architecture, or Construction Engineering. 
     ·  Year I students enroll in Introduction to Design Engineering and Architecture (IDEA). 
     ·  Year II students begin a specific pathway by enrolling in Robotics and/or Civil Engineering & Architecture (CEA) courses.
     ·  Year III students continue their chosen pathway of Robotics, Engineering or Engineering & Architecture Development  (EAD). 
     ·  Year IV students collaborate with their STEM Mentor and apply past STEM learning to develop and present a solution to a real life problem.
 
Logistics:
Who: Priority is given to incoming 9th grade students who are committed to pursuing a STEM-related career, but 10th grade students may apply.
Location: Papillion-La Vista HS & Papillion-La Vista South HS
Prerequisites: Strong interest in STEM-related careers.
Credit Options: High school elective credit.
Cost: To Be Determined
 
How do I apply?
Applications for the 2013-2014 school year will be accepted from November 30-December 9. If you are an incoming 9th grader for 2013-14, please click here for the paper application in pdf format. For the word version, click here. Print the form, complete it and return to your building counselor. If you are going to be a 10th or 11th grader for 2013-14, please submit an online application. Please read the Academy Application Instructions and write your essay questions prior to starting the application.

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