Preparing Students for the Global Economy Gobles Public Schools Teaming with Preparing Students for the Global Economy

Who We Are Gobles Public Schools is a public K-12 district enrolling approximately 850 students Located in Gobles, a small rural town in southwest Michigan Local attractions include the Kal-Haven Trail, Timber Ridge Ski Area, and numerous area lakes www.gobles.org

What is Project Lead the Way (PLTW)? PLTW is the leader in STEM education A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, delivering STEM programs to more than 8,000 elementary, middle, and high schools across the nation A project-based curriculum that gives students a chance to apply what they know, identify a problem, find unique solutions, and lead their own learning rather than be passive recipients of information Aligned with Common Core State Standards in Math and English Language Arts, Next Generation Science Standards, and other national and state standards www.pltw.org Project Lead The Way is the nation's leading provider of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) programs. Through world-class K-12 curriculum, high-quality teacher professional development, and outstanding partnerships, PLTW is helping students develop the skills needed to succeed in the global economy. This is different than just “STEM” education. This programs engages students, and develops problem solving and critical thinking skills.

What We Want to Accomplish Fully implement STEM curricula in grades K through 12 Develop partnerships and relationships to enhance and improve the program Ensure long term sustainability of the program We began implementing the curriculum in 2014 with the biomedical modules. In 2015 Engineering modules were added, and the program expanded into the middle and grade school. Computer Science, Biomedical and Engineering are embedded in the program K-12 Reaction to the program from the students has been positive. They have found it to be a creative way to explore and learn. Add quotes, experiences of kids

Benefits of Partnership Publicity and positive community outreach Developing your future workforce Recruitment Associated tax benefits. Publicity: Your logo, your name could appear on brochures, banners, t-shirts, etc. associated with events. Development: This program builds students skills so they are better suited to fill needs within your organization. Recruitment: Puts your name in front of students and families, so they believe you are a company they would like to work for.

How You Can Help Supplies/Classroom enhancements Volunteering Mentorships/Internships Help us network/Locate funding sources Monetary contributions Help to find grants, or other sources of funding.

Who to Contact Phil McAndrew Middle/High School Principal Phone (269) 628-2113 x 2105 Email pmcandrew@gobles.org Terry Breen Elementary School Principal Phone (269) 628-2131 x 2201 Email tbreen@gobles.org