Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Leadership Community

Mission Statement

The mission of the STEM Leadership Community is to develop career and college ready students through rigorous coursework, the development of critical thinking, and authentic learning experiences with collaborative community partnerships.

Vision

STEM Leadership Community members are innovators, creators, and problem solvers who will be leaders in a technologically advanced world.

Prospective Students

The STEM Leadership Community prepares students for future career in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Through rigorous and engaging coursework, students learn about a variety of opportunities for future jobs and gain valuable skills to be employable in ​the STEM field. Students who graduate from the STEM LC will complete 4 years of Math and Science courses. In addition, students will select electives from technology, computer science, networking and IT courses. In their senior year, students will complete a Capstone Project on a STEM topic of their choice. Students in STEM LC will have access to local professionals in the field, partnerships with community based organizations, and the opportunity to gain entry level employment at local companies via our City Connects grant. 

Prospective students are interested in college and career opportunities within the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM). Options may include but are not limited to pursuing a 2-year, 4-year, or advanced degree in the fields of STEM or other areas in the ever-changing landscape. Students will also have the opportunity to explore Career and Technical Education and pathways that can include military, trade schools, or going straight to the world of work.

PATHWAYS BY GRADE LEVEL: Grade 10 | Grade 11 | Grade 12

TYPICAL COURSE PROGRESSIONS

These progressions are typical progressions, however, students should talk with their counselor about customizing or switching between regular, honors, and accelerated progressions.

COURSES

GRADE 10

GRADE 11

GRADE 12

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

English 12
or
English 12 IB
or
English 12 H/CHS
or
Combination of .5 credit or full credit ELA Electives

MATHEMATICS

Algebra 1
or
Geometry
or
Adv. Algebra-Geometry (NR)
*and/or
Computer Science Pathway

CAD

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Multimedia
or
HTML

HTML

STEM ELECTIVES
(not in CTE pathway)

No Additional Electives Available

Capital Region BOCES CTE