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Welcome to the STEM Academy
November 13th, 2014
Promotional Video
http://youtu.be/Mma-CgFbaVs
STEM Education and XLR8 STEM Academy
STEM Education
STEM Education
Junior Year
Introduction to Engineering Design (PLTW)
Principles of Engineering (PLTW)
College Algebra & Elementary Statistics
College Chemistry for Engineers
PLTW Instructors
Marcella Brown
Introduction to Engineering Design
Dr. John Vadnal
Principles of Engineering
STEM Academy Instructors
Dr. Yalitza Figueroa
College Chemistry for Engineers
Ms. Beth Shelton
Applied Technical Math & Statistics
Specialty Areas
Senior Year
Mechatronics
Computer Integrated Manufacturing (PLTW)
Digital Electronics (PLTW)
Engineering Math/Precalculus
Physics
Internship
Biotechnical Engineering
Biological Engineering (PLTW)
Digital Electronics (PLTW)
Engineering Math/Precalculus
Human Anatomy & Physiology
Internship
Who should apply?
Students who are technically gifted
Students who are interested in applied math and science
Students with a strong work ethic
How is it different from CVGS?
STEM Academy differs from CVGS in type of curriculum and courses offered.
STEM Academy offers courses in advanced career and technical education
STEM Academy courses are driven by the needs and projected growth of the regional industry
Two schools complement each other
Application Prerequisites
GPA 2.0 or above
Completed Algebra 1, Geometry with a grade of “C” or better. Algebra 2 preferred but not required
Completed two(2) years of a lab science with a grade of “C” or better. These can be from Earth Science, Biology 1, Biology 2 or Chemistry.
Application Process
Interested students may apply in the spring of their sophomore year
April 1st- All applications due to the STEM Academy
May 1st- Official notification of acceptance to school counselors and student’s home
June 15th – Final Acceptance List with class period
How to Apply
Attend an open house (February 12th, 2015)
Fill out the application form and return it to your school counselor
Ask your school counselor to complete the Counselor Form.
Ask three of your teachers (1 math teacher, 1 science teacher and 1 other teacher) to write recommendations for you using the form provided.
Take the CVCC Placement test in MATH and ENGLISH and include the results in your application packet. Your school counselor or CVCC Career Coach will have information about specific dates and times. Please note you MUST apply to CVCC before taking the test.
Make sure the application, counselor form, and three recommendation forms are completed and in the hands of your school counselor by the application deadline
CVCC Admission Process & Placement Testing
1. Complete the online CVCC application.
2. Write down or print the SIS ID number that is automatically generated after you complete your application
3. Bring your SIS ID number and photo ID to your designated testing site.
4. Your results will be given to you when you complete your test
5. Attach a copy of these results to your XLR8 application.
Placement Testing Information
XLR8 Application Selection Committee
Applications are reviewed by the XLR8 STEM Academy selection committee, which includes a representative from each school division as well as representatives from local business and industry.
The Selection committee will meet to determine which students will be offered acceptance for the following year.
Selection is based upon: quality of application content, attendance, discipline, academic achievement, as well as teacher and counselor recommendations.
Questions?
Susan Cash, Director
XLR8 STEM Academy
Phone: 434-832-7731
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.xlr8academy.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/xlr8academy
Twitter: @xlr8academy
