1. The Governor’s School @ Innovation Park A STEM Initiative (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) City of Manassas Public Schools City of Manassas Park Public Schools Prince William County Public Schools in Collaboration with George Mason University

2.  Are you in the tenth grade?  Are you taking or have you taken Algebra II/Trig?  Are you taking or have you taken at least two high school science courses?

3.  Are you passionate about ◦ Science? ◦ Technology? ◦ Engineering? ◦ Mathematics?  Do you respond to academic challenge?  Are you fascinated by research?  Do you enjoy hands-on science?  Do you enjoy project-based learning?

4.  Students are bused to George Mason University’s Prince William Campus from the closest high school.  Governor’s School classes begin at 7:30 a.m. and end at 11:15 a.m.  Students are bused back to their base or specialty program school.  Students take two classes in the afternoon at their base or specialty program school.  Students take the bus home from their school.

5.  You can take two courses in your base or specialty program high school in last block of the school day.  Courses might include language arts and social studies, but other courses could be considered to fulfill requirements for Advanced Studies Diploma.  Counselors at your high school will work with you to determine the appropriate course schedule that may include electives.

6.  You will have opportunities to take Advanced Placement courses or to complete certain International Baccalaureate Programme or Cambridge Programme courses.  Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, and Cambridge AICE Examinations are funded by Prince William County Public Schools.  You will have opportunities to use online learning to support completion of requirements for Advanced Studies Diploma (Virtual Virginia).

7.  Your school counselor will work with you to incorporate electives into your schedule wherever possible.  You will return to school in time to participate in after school activities and sports.

8.  Monday, Wednesday, Friday (3 days) ◦ Science/Mathematics 105 minutes ◦ Break ◦ Mathematics/Science 105 minutes  Tuesday, Thursday (2 days) ◦ Research Application and Integration (Technology and Engineering Focus) ◦ Mentorship or Internship

9. YearMathematicsScienceEngineering/ Technology Mentorship Junior YearPrecalculus/ Finite Math or Calculus I/II Biology I or Chemistry I or Physics I Research Application Integration I: Fundamentals of Technology and Engineering Hands-on research projects in area of interest Senior YearCalculus I/II or Calculus III/ Linear Algebra Biology II or Chemistry II or Physics II Research Application Integration II: Fundamentals of Technology and Engineering Hands-on research projects in area of interest All courses in the Governor’s School @ Innovation Park are weighted at 1.0.

10. Governor’s School Course Names George Mason Dual Enrollment Option Advanced Placement Examination Option Pre-Calculus/ Finite MathMath 105 – Math 110 Calculus I-IIMath 115 – Math 116Calculus AB or BC Calculus III/ Linear AlgebraMath 203 - Math 215 Prince William County pays for one 3 or 4 credit mathematics course for dual enrollment in the junior year. Prince William County pays for two 3 or 4 credit mathematics courses in the senior year.

11. Governor’s School Course Names George Mason Dual Enrollment Option Advanced Placement Examination Option Advanced Biological Studies I Biology 103 – 104 Introduction to Biology I and II Advanced Placement Biology Advanced Biological Studies II Biology 124 and 246 Anatomy and Physiology Microbiology Advanced Chemistry I Chemistry 211-212 Inorganic Chemistry I and II Advanced Placement Chemistry Advanced Chemistry II Chemistry 104 and 155 Organic and Biochemical Environmental Advanced Physics I Physics 243-245 College Physics Advanced Placement Physics B Advanced Physics II Physics 160 – 260 University Physics Advanced Placement Physics C

12.  RAI I (Junior Year) and RAI II (Senior Year)  Course develops fundamental engineering skills  Course fulfills the competencies of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Principles of Technology and Engineering  Course fulfills the CTE elective requirement for an advanced diploma  Two years of the course is equivalent to a course in physics

13.  Students spend time on Tuesday and Thursday developing research projects in the mentorship component.  Projects may be developed at the George Mason Campus or with a business or industry mentor off campus.

14.  The application process was developed with representation from each school division  The number of students from each school division is pre-established ◦ City of Manassas – 10 students ◦ City of Manassas Park – 5 students ◦ Prince William County – 60 students  Selection expectations were established by team with representation from each school division  The team for the selection of students is established by each school division

15.  Complete Career Highlights Relating to Science, Technology, Engineering and/or Mathematics ◦ Activities and Organizations ◦ Honors and Recognitions  Complete Student Portfolio ◦ Research Project  Option 1 – Submit project from International Science and Engineering Fair Competition  Option 2 – Submit research project design (Project does not need to be completed. Just the design should be submitted.) ◦ Research Projects or Study Experience ◦ Portfolio Reflection

16.  Complete Academic Essay ◦ Essay Prompt, Part 1 – Response included with application ◦ Essay Prompt, Part 2 – Response written in a controlled setting  Submit Teacher Recommendation – Science  Submit Teacher Recommendation – Mathematics  Submit Other Adult Recommendation  Complete Program Expectations  Score Options will be completed by Selection Committee ◦ Unweighted GPA in Mathematics, Science, Technology, Engineering ◦ Aptitude ◦ Achievement

17.  Students completing the program will be excellent candidates for college admission at highly selective schools.  Students may take higher level math and science coursework not in Prince William County Public Schools.  Students have hands-on experience to help them explore career options in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.  Students have opportunities to earn Dual Enrollment College Credits through George Mason University. Most of these credits will transfer to other four year colleges.

18. All applications should be submitted to your point of contact by March 21, 2011. BattlefieldMs. Susan Sigmon sigmonsr@pwcs.edu BrentsvilleMs. Katherine Meintsmeintskj@pwcs.edu Forest ParkMr. Josh Millermillerjx@pwcs.edu Freedom Ms. Kait LaPlantlaplantk@pwcs.edu Gar-Field Mr. Jason Suponsuponjd@pwcs.edu HyltonMs. Katrina Cookcookkl@pwcs.edu Osbourn ParkMs. Pamela Gardnergardnerpd@pwcs.edu Mr. James Muddmuddje@pwcs.edu PatriotMs. Terri Snootssnootsty@pwcs.edu Potomac Ms Natalie Wrightwrightnr@pwcs.edu Stonewall Jackson Ms. Laura Feeleyfeeleylb@pwcs.edu WoodbridgeMs. Rebekah Schlatterschlattr@pwcs.edu