It used to be that when students went to school their subjects were arrayed before them in “silos.” Now we know that while that is one way to teach, there… Read More »
Category: STEM
Being A STEM School
Being a STEM School is more than just teaching science, technology, engineering, and math. As a part of the Place Schools program here at LEADPrep we believe that STEM… Read More »
Teachers have changed since 1897
Project based learning at LEADPrep is characterized by four specific traits: the project is designed, planned, executed, and exhibited by the students themselves. This is not a new idea. In… Read More »
What is Project-Based Learning?
At LEADPrep we strive to remain on the cutting edge of teaching/learning techniques. We work hard to maintain a strong awareness of the best of the best in regards… Read More »
Creativity
Creativity used to be something you either had or you didn’t have. But that limited definition is changing due to creativity being looked at scientifically. What happens inside your brain… Read More »
Arts and Science
When you first think about it, the arts and science don’t have that much in common. Artists deal with imagery, color, metaphor, texture, illusions, emotions, perceptions. Art is subjective. Scientists… Read More »
The Future of Education – Technology
Quantum computers used to be the stuff of science fiction. But this technology is here, and now, and become more and more accessible to industry. Problems that we have not… Read More »
STEM to STEAM
Everyone at LEADPrep knows about STEM. Science Technology Engineering Math Interweaving these subjects is central to many projects at our school, and prepares our students for life beyond our walls.… Read More »
STEM Cakes!
Cakes aren’t just for gourmets anymore; they are for students of STEM! When you make a cake you use flour, eggs, sugar, and other ingredients. When Dinara Kasko makes cakes,… Read More »
Design Thinking & STEM
STEM for all is not enough. Students need to be able to design—from question to theory to creation to revision. At LEADPrep students are encouraged to use the design thinking… Read More »
