STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)
An HEB ISD Schools of Choice Program
- Contact Kiera Elledge, Coordinator of STEM & School Libraries: KieraElledge@hebisd.edu - 817-399-2102
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) is a set of special opportunities offered to students through HEB ISD's Schools of Choice program. In our school district, STEM is built on problem- and project-based learning experiences.
Students at Central Junior High can participate in the Engineering & Robotics program and students at Euless JH and Hurst JH can participate in the Cybersecurity/Network Technology program. Both STEM programs have related courses offered for high school students at the Buinger CTE Academy. (Classes at BCTEA are available to students from both L.D. Bell and Trinity High Schools.)
The 2019-2020 Schools of Choice information for STEM can be accessed by clicking the links below.
- HEB ISD STEM Proposed Pathways Document
- HEB ISD SofC Parent Presentation
- HEB ISD SofC Brochure
- HEB ISD STEM Brochure
For more information about applying for the STEM Engineering & Robotics Pathway, visit the HEB ISD Transfers webpage...
Real-world Advantage through Community Partnerships
Where other schools simply offer a pre-packaged STEM curriculum, HEB ISD leverages strong community partnerships to provide unmatched learning opportunities. HEB ISD students hear from real professionals doing cutting-edge work in STEM fields.
Global aerospace leader Bell Helicopter supports HEB ISD with visits from actual engineers, drone competitions, field trips to working facilities, resources for STEM programs, and more.
Texas Health Resources, one of the largest health systems in the United States, provides guest speakers on medical and health topics, field trips to medical facilities, and clinical rotation opportunities for health science students.
Our STEM programs also receive support through connections with NTE Mobility Partners, Lockheed Martin, the U.S. Navy, Barnes & Noble, and more.
STEM for All Students
STEM skills will empower today's students to excel tomorrow, so we don't confine STEM learning to these specific programs. STEM concepts and activities are incorporated throughout classes at all grade levels in all HEB ISD schools.
Every HEB ISD school is equipped with a Makerspace. These dedicated workspaces are supplied with consumable materials that students can use to build their own inventions and explore new concepts with a hands-on approach.
HEB ISD's Buinger CTE Academy allows students from both high schools to study advanced STEM specializations including Robotics, Aeronautical Engineering, Digital Art & Animation, Architectural Design, Health Science & Medicine, and more.
Each year, students participate in programs like Hour of Code and the Full STEAM Ahead conference. These programs inspire self-confidence that all students can pursue STEM education and careers.