STEM Pathways and Programs Overview

The video tutorial introduces the University of Texas at Tyler High School design slideshow, outlining the program's goals to align with university operations and promote STEM education. It covers dual credit eligibility, state graduation plans, and STEM endorsements. The STEM pathway from elementary to high school is detailed, including Project Lead the Way programs. High school options in engineering, biomedical science, and computer science are discussed. Extracurricular activities and technology fluency are emphasized, and the video concludes with information on the STEM Premiere portfolio tool.

What is the primary goal of aligning the high school with the University of Texas at Tyler?

• To reduce the number of students

• To align with 21st-century learning technologies

• To focus solely on humanities

• To eliminate dual credit opportunities

At what grade level can students start enrolling in dual credit courses?

• 9th grade

• 10th grade

• 11th grade

• 12th grade

Which program is offered at the elementary level as part of the STEM pathway?

• Biomedical Science

• Gateway to Technology

• Project Lead the Way Launch

• Computer Science

What is a key feature of the Project Lead the Way High School engineering program?

• It is not recognized by any universities

• It focuses on humanities

• It includes a national exam similar to the AP exam

• It is only available online

Which of the following is a benefit of the biomedical science pathway?

• It focuses on art and design

• It is only available to seniors

• It prepares students for careers in nursing and medicine

• It is unrelated to health professions

What is a characteristic of the computer science pathway?

• It does not include any software engineering courses

• It is only available to graduate students

• It includes game development as a specialty course

• It is the most expensive program

What is the purpose of extending the school day and adopting a university block schedule?

• To align with university courses and accommodate more credits

• To reduce the number of classes

• To eliminate extracurricular activities

• To focus on sports

Which league allows the school to participate in athletic competitions?

• Texas Charter School Academic Athletic League

• None of the above

• NCAA

• UIL

Why is it important for students to be fluent in multiple technology platforms?

• To avoid using any technology

• To prepare for diverse STEM fields

• To specialize in one platform only

• To focus solely on Macintosh computers

What is the purpose of creating a profile on the STEM Premiere website?

• To avoid college applications

• To showcase student achievements for college and job opportunities

• To focus on non-STEM careers

• To replace high school diplomas