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2. Riverside Technical Academy  Pull out ESTEM School (English, Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)  Three Hour Block  Non-Traditional Classroom  Student helps direct learning  Student connects learning to real world  Career/College ready—21st Century Skills

3. Why?

4.  Students changing, need more engagement  Education system should change with the times—IT CAN BE BETTER!  We think there is a better way to educate our students. Why?

5.  Math (1) Advanced Algebra in Engineering  Science (1) Physics in Engineering  English (1) Junior or Senior English Students Earn 3 Credits

6.  Students learn by doing  Students connect classroom curriculum to real world  Students will explore  Students WILL DO GREAT THINGS! Project-Based Education

7. ECO House

8.  Self-Contained  Super Insulated  “Off The Grid”  Water Catchment  Solar Electric  Solar Thermal  Structural Insulated Panel Construction  Environmentally Friendly ECO House

9. Electrathon Electric Vehicle

10.  Build battery-powered electric vehicle  Compete against other schools in Electrathon competitions  Design and fabricate car  Work in teams to develop 21st Century Skills  Become Career/College ready Electrathon Electric Vehicle

11. Quadc0pter

12.  Design/3d model custom quadcopters  Build battery-powered quadcopters  Operate CNC equipment  Work in materials lab  Learn programming and electronics  Work in teams to develop 21st Century Skills  Become Career/College ready Quadc0pter

13.  RTA is also a great program for the vocational or trade-minded student.  This program will provide students with real “hands-on experience.”  Students will gain knowledge on today’s technology and careers.  On-the-job skills will help RTA students in a competitive and changing job market. Career Ready

14.  District needs to “invest” in an idea and a different way of doing things  District “invests” in teachers and time for training and planning  Bring business and industry to the school. Business plays a part in helping tie classroom to the world of work. Students work with industry experts.  Be ready and able to change and adapt Small District STEM Solution

15. Questions?

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