S.C. Lee Junior High School

• The goal of the STEM Academy is to support a diverse learning community based on common interests.

• The STEM Academy supports students in learning about possible STEM careers.

• The STEM Academy prepares student for college course work.

• The STEM Academy supports future - ready citizens of the 21st century.

• Provide a coordinated approach to STEM Education programming for all students.

• Expand opportunities for students to enter STEM pathways that vertically align to post secondary programs.

• Increase the number of STEM pathways leading to STEM endorsement.

• Increase access and opportunities for students to participate in career awareness, exploration, and work-based learning experiences aligned to STEM occupation.

• Embed STEM Fluency Skills and design challenges into core academic classes so all students will have the opportunity to learn STEM integrated thinking.

The STEM Academy is a FREE college - preparatory program located at both junior highs (Copperas Cove Junior High and SC Lee Junior High). The academy is for sixth through eight graders who are interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.