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2 Biotech Academy Cisco Academy Global Academy STEM Marin

3 Project-Based Learning Integrated Curriculum Use of Technology Small Program Size Empowering Students to Manage Their Own Learning Work-Based Learning Opportunities

4 We believe that students should develop: Learning and Innovation skills, including critical thinking and problem-solving; creativity and innovation; communication; and, collaboration. Digital Literacy skills, including information literacy; media literacy; and, information and communication technologies Career and Life skills, including flexibility and adaptability, initiative and self-direction; social and cross-cultural interaction; productivity and accountability; and, leadership and responsibility.

5 Authentic learning - learning from real world problems and questions Mental model building - using physical and virtual models to refine understanding Internal motivation - identifying and employing positive emotional connections in learning Multi-modal learning - applying multiple learning methods for diverse learning styles Social learning - using the power of social interaction to improve learning impact International learning - using the world around us to improve teaching and learning skills

7 The use of tissues, cells and molecules to develop therapeutics for human diseases (medical biotech)and improve qualities and nutritional content of plants and animals(agricultural biotech)

8 Human Insulin Spider silk Genetically Modified Organisms, vaccines, disease therapies

9 Learn how to use lab equipment Learn how to design and conduct experiments, analyze results and present data Extract, manipulate and analyze DNA lipids, sugars and proteins

10 Manipulate bacteria to optimize growth and change their properties Learn how to do calculations for and make chemical solutions Discover potential medicines in nature Bioethics Biotech industry Internship

11 Course began in with Biotech 1 Courses expanded in to include Biotech 2 Northern California Career Pathways Grant Biotech Partners Partnership in Pre-Academy in

12 Focus on college and career readiness in Biotechnology Cohort scheduling All core classes use Biotech theme somewhat Work-based learning opportunities(guest speakers, field trips, job shadowing, internship) Project based Student support

13 Period 1 Algebra 1 or Geometry Period 2 English 9 Period 3 Biology Period 4 Geography/Health Period 5 Foreign Language Period 6 Physical Education Period 7 (Elective)

14 Pre-Biotechnology Academy 9 th- Biology 10 th- Chemistry for Biotechnology Biotechnology Academy 11 th- Biotechnology 1 12 th- Biotechnology 2

15 30 ninth grade students

17 IT Essentials-Year 1 Learn how to build and set up a computer and connect it securely to a network, your first step to an IT career. CCNA Intro/Routing and Switching-Year 2/3 Learn networking fundamentals and advanced concepts with hands-on practice and simulations to develop your skills CCNA Security- Year 4 The CCNA Security certification lays the foundation for job roles such as Network Security Specialist, Security Administrator and Network Security Support Engineer. It is the first step for individuals wishing to obtain their CCNP Security certification.

Formalized in 2014-15 School Year IT Essentials Year 1 In 2015-16 School Year IT

18 Formalized in School Year IT Essentials Year 1 In School Year IT Essentials CCNA 1 (Networking) Eventually a pathway with three courses. Open to 9-12th grade students

19 Students gain access to: multi-media web-based delivery that supports student-centered learning hands-on training that develops problem-solving skills industrial attachments for real world opportunities globally accepted industry-standard certification scholarships in math, science and other technical fields exciting careers in IT and the Internet

20 Educational institutions are able to access and deliver a program that: is designed by industry and education experts is ready-made and continuously updated via the Internet comes with a Quality Assurance Plan is available free to non-profit educational institutes utilizes the latest web tools has full technical support and an on-line instructors' guide uses the Cisco Networking Academy Management System (Academy Connection) management tool which greatly reduces administration time and increases productivity conducts assessment on-line/ provides immediate feedback that monitors students' progress

21 Businesses can choose from a large pool of skilled networking graduates with: Real time practical experience experience of laboratory sessions designed with problem solving skills no requirement for further training industry certification

22 Period 1 Algebra 1 or Geometry Period 2 English 9 Period 3 IT Essentials Period 4 Geography/Health Period 5 Biology Period 6 Physical Education Period 7 (Elective)

23 IT Essentials- Most likely 30 students (9-12 th grade) CCNA 1 Most likely 30 students (10-12 th grade) CCNA 2 Most likely 30 students (11-12 th grade)

25 CTE Pathways to University and College Students completing both junior and senior years are prepared to take AP Environmental Science test and AP Language and Composition test. Student interest in subject matter Global and National Need Skilled and Knowledgeable Passionate about making a difference A close-knit and supportive group of enthusiastic students

26 -Began in San Marin 11 th and 12 th graders who are action-oriented and interested in: Global environmental issues Local and global social issues Different cultural perspectives Being a member of a small community Working closely with others to explore and solve problems

27 Focus on college and career readiness in Environmental Science and Engineering Cohort scheduling All core classes use Environment theme somewhat Work-based learning opportunities(guest speakers, field trips, job shadowing, internship) Project based Student support

28 Example: One project for 3 courses: Science- involving organic, sustainable gardening Social studies- involving Dust Bowl English- Grapes of Wrath or In Defense of Food Another example: Science- Environmental conditions Disease spread Social studies- How cultures were weakened by disease English- Guns, Germs, and Steel

29 What should we eat? Why do we eat what we eat? Is the American Way good for the planet? Should we limit the number of children one should have? What can you do to positively impact the planet? What does organic mean?

30 The California Department of Education through a funding grant specifically for this program. Sonoma State University through Provision of environmental engineering students graduate students who will work with San Marin students Expertise available to our team of teachers College of Marin Ability to take college courses while still a student at San Marin, specifically in Solar Technologies and Environmental Landscaping; Environmental Economics in Western Association of Schools and Colleges provide our accreditation and require Common Core Standards. World Saavy Organization

31 Period 1 Algebra 1 or Geometry Period 2 English 9 Period 3 Biology Period 4 Geography/Health Period 5 World Language Period 6 Physical Education Period 7 (Elective)

32 Pre-Global Academy Courses 9 th- Biology, English, Health/Geography 10 th- Chemistry or Physics, English, Social Studies Global Academy 11 th- Environmental Science, English, Social Studies 12 th- Environmental Engineering, English, Social Studies

33 30 ninth grade students Enrollment for 10 th grade 30 tenth grade students

35 9 th grade-focus on Conceptual Physics and Principles of Engineering. 10 th grade-focus on Biology and Biotechnology 11 th grade-focus on Chemistry and STEMrelated elective(s) 12 th grade-focus on Senior Project and STEM-related elective(s)

36 9th Grade Science and Engineering (2 periods) Math (1 period) 10th Grade Biology/Biotechnology (2 periods) Math (1 period)

37 11th Grade STEM Chemistry (1 period) Elective (1 period) Math (1 period) 12th grade Senior Project (1 period) Science Elective (1 period) Math Elective (1 period) Other Elective(s) (1 period)

38 Period 1 Algebra 1 or Geometry Period 2 Principles of Engineering Period 3 Conceptual Physics Period 4 Geography/Health Period 5 English Period 6 Physical Education Period 7 Band

39 60 ninth grade students

40 Application Process New process this year Online at SMHS website beginning December 5 Application Due: January 26, 2016

BETHESDA CHEVY CHASE HIGH SCHOOL Career and Technology Education Department

BETHESDA CHEVY CHASE HIGH SCHOOL Career and Technology Education Department Mr. Jonathan Nateghi-Asli Jonathan_A_Nateghi-Asli@mcpsmd.org Resource Teacher http://bit.ly/bcctechnology Graduation Requirements