STEM Schools

Overview

In 2015-2017, the STEM Schools Working Group aimed to identify and recognize STEM schools across the District. 

Goals:

• To improve access and equality regarding high-quality STEM-focused schools
• To provide support for STEM schools
• To prepare students capable of success in other STEM schools, STEM majors, and STEM careers

Process

1. STEM Schools self-identified via STEM School Questionnaire
2. DC STEM Network verified STEM School status through
   • Classroom observations
   • Teacher and student interviews
   • Letters of support from partners
3. DC STEM Network recognized STEM Schools
   • Verified STEM Schools will be listed on DC STEM Network website
   • Formal announcement of STEM Schools at DC STEM Summit
   • Targeted support and resources from the DC STEM Network

Start the pathway to STEM school recognition with the STEM School Questionnaire.