Every K-12 student in Allegany County Public Schools is aware and excited about the broad spectrum of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics careers as viable and attainable career options." The STEM Process at each level is: Elementary – career awareness, Middle School – career exploration, High School – Academic Academies in STEM Career Areas.

Karen Bundy
Phone: 301-759-2008
Email: karen.bundy@acps.k12.md.us

AACPS offers suites of STEM academic and co-curricular offerings for pre K-12 students during the academic year and summer months to enrich and enhance learning, build STEM career awareness and engage students in challenging STEM-related projects and events.  AACPS is in the process of expanding an exciting pre K – 12 learning environment for Anne Arundel County youth to substantially increase the numbers of young people who see real value and reward in studying and working in science, technology, pre-engineering and mathematics, STEM discipline areas.  The school system is now pleased to offer our new STEM Magnet High School as an educational choice for students interested in rigorous and relevant studies in the STEM disciplines.  The STEM Magnet Program, to be housed in North County High School, is designed to engage 9th – 12th grade students in an exciting project-based, technology-rich learning environment where expectations are high and student success expected.  Global vision, 21st century technology and communication skills, solid STEM coursework foundations, collaborative problem solving, research and internship opportunities, project-based learning, self-direction and social responsibility are the driving forces behind the STEM programs at our magnet high school.

The vision for STEM education in Baltimore County Public Schools is that all students will apply the knowledge, skills, values, and behaviors learned through participation in a rigorous STEM-based education in order to realize their maximum potential as citizens and become more productive individuals in the global economy, thus keeping the United States high in global competitiveness. Our mission is to provide environments that foster high standards for academics, relationships, and goal setting through a rigorous STEM-based culture.

Christine Schumacker
Phone: 410-887-4251
Email: cschumacker@bcps.org

STEM education integrates the content, processes, skills, and language of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through authentic, problem-based curricular experiences.  As a result, all students are prepared to purse STEM-related courses of student in order to be contributing members of the 21^st century global community.

FCPS 21ST Century STEM Program for First Class Graduates

I. Vision:

The Frederick County Public Schools’ vision is that FCPS graduates will be empowered with knowledge and skills to contribute successfully in a 21st century global economy based on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

II. Mission:

The mission of the FCPS STEM program is to partner with our local business, scientific and higher education communities to provide Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) experiences for all students that prepare them for 21st century careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.  STEM experiences will include a focus on awareness and exploration in elementary and middle schools with advanced preparation in high school especially for highly able learners, underrepresented populations, and first time college attendees.

III. Goals: 

The goals of the Frederick County Public Schools STEM Program are to:

A. Establish parent and community partnerships to increase awareness about STEM education and career opportunities.
                                                                            
B. Establish partnerships with local business, scientific, and higher education communities to provide relevant workplace experiences and mentors for students and teachers.

C. Review, develop, and align curriculum to ensure STEM experiences for all students that will provide awareness, exploration, and preparation as appropriate throughout the K-12 continuum.

D. Review, develop, and align experiences for students outside the classroom to ensure awareness and exploration of STEM experiences.

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) currently offers a broad array of STEM opportunities for its students.  Through partnership with collaborators in the privateand public sectors, the HCPSS will expand STEM-related K-12 enrichment, career, and academic advancement opportunities in order to increase the numbers and diversity of students interested in, involved in, and committed to STEM-related content areas, programs, post-secondary education, and careers. This vision will be achieved through the following strategies:

Vision:
All students in the Washington County Public Schools will participate in STEM programs as an integrated component of their K-16 educational experience and will have opportunities to select more in-depth and targeted involvement through an expanded K-16 continuum of STEM choices inclusive of magnets, academies, and whole-school programs.

Mission:
The STEM initiative will provide enhanced and enriched programs for all students, including STEM magnet programs.  Students will master rigorous curriculum and content standards in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through integrated, problem-based, inquiry activities that foster critical thinking and provide authentic learning experiences.  Data collected through local and state assessments, as well as graduation information and student work, will provide measurement of student performance and achievement.