Technology Education at the middle school level focuses on developing skills in STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. STEM offers students an exciting hands-on experience. Small doses of math and science concepts will be incorporated into each activity supporting the belief things go together for a reason.
STEM activities are built around the Technological Design Loop to meet core standards. Students are presented problems to solve using the tools and materials available to them. Activities include:
6th Grade
Gumball machine, earthquake structures, robotics
7th Grade
New Goldfish cracker flavor and chocolate candy mold design
8th Grade
Trebuchet and 3D product design