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spaces4learning K-12 STEM & MAKERSPACES
the curriculum ahead.
Environments that foster collaborative, proj-
ect-based learning prepare students to find solu- tions and prove the efficacy. Throughout the school, students interact in flexible learning en- vironments and gain early exposure to CTE pro- grams. Computer, science, technology, engineer- ing and math are integrated into every class and subject to refine problem-solving skills and foster creativity.
Innovative classroom design allows collaboration
both within and outside the classroom. Collabo-
ration spaces are interspersed throughout so students can learn to work in teams, as they would in a professional office or workplace. Configurable furniture supports a variety of functions, including a collaborative learning environment, and offers flexibility for future changes to curriculum or pedagogy.
Throughout the school, makerspaces encourage students to engage in activities focused on CSTEM. These unique educa- tional areas accommodate a wide range of resources, technology, tools and materials for students to build and experiment. Stu- dents are challenged intellectually and creatively while develop- ing problem-solving and risk-taking skills.
All classrooms are identical in design and natural light, hav-
Collaboration begins with
ing access to age-appropriate outdoor learning areas to provide equity for students. Located inside the rooms are wall-mount- ed touch screen monitors, flexible furniture and glass partition walls that open to the adjoining hallway for interactive group learning. This expanded classroom feature includes pin-up boards and whiteboards that rotate 90 degrees to enable inter- action with the classrooms across the hall.
Students engage in real science work in real environments in outdoor learning areas. While projects are born in the class- room, they can be further explored in outdoor learning areas, allowing students to gather information, think critically, make decisions and take action within their CSTEM learning.
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