HB5 STEM Endorsement

Summary

The video script discusses graduation requirements and endorsements for high school students. It features students exploring career options in STEM fields such as Applied Mathematics, Green Technology, and Computer Science. Each student shares their interests and how they relate to potential careers, emphasizing the importance of STEM education. The script concludes with a decision to pursue a STEM endorsement for college preparation and achieving a distinguished level of graduation.

Takeaways

• 📚 Each student needs to take 22 credits in the foundation graduation plan.
• 📈 To earn an endorsement, students must take four additional courses in the endorsement area.
• 🧮 Erica is considering a career in Applied Mathematics, which has applications in various fields like government labs, research offices, and software companies.
• 🌿 Joi is interested in Green Technology and aims to become an environmental engineer, which involves designing systems for solar energy and water purification.
• 🎓 To become an environmental engineer, one needs a bachelor's degree in engineering, with some universities offering degrees in Alternative Energy Engineering.
• 🏢 Community colleges and technical schools offer associate degrees in green technologies and various renewable energy certifications.
• 💻 Tuli points out that while there are no direct gaming courses, computer science and systems management degrees can lead to careers in video game design.
• 🌐 All the mentioned career interests fall under the STEM category (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics).
• 🔍 To earn the STEM endorsement, a student must take Algebra 2, chemistry, physics, and additional STEM courses, totaling 26 credits.
• 🎖️ Earning the STEM endorsement also meets the requirements for the distinguished level of achievement.

Q & A

What is the main concern of the student in the transcript?

The student is confused about the new graduation requirements, endorsements, and the distinguished level of achievement at school.

What is the minimum number of credits required for the foundation graduation plan?

Each student needs to take 22 credits in the foundation graduation plan.

What additional requirement must students meet to earn an endorsement?

Students who want to earn an endorsement must take four additional courses in the endorsement area.

What career is Erica considering and why?

Erica is considering a career in Applied Mathematics because she loves numbers and is fascinated by the various applications of mathematics beyond just accounting.

How was math used in the example of the fire in Bastrop?

Math was used to create a model that determined how the fire would spread and how fast it was traveling.

What is Joi's interest after having solar panels installed in their home?

Joi is interested in a career in Green Technology, specifically becoming an environmental engineer.

What are some of the potential jobs for an environmental engineer?

An environmental engineer could design solar photovoltaic systems for barns, create water purification systems for underdeveloped countries, or research the environmental impact of solar panels.

What educational path does Tuli suggest for someone interested in video games?

Tuli suggests pursuing a degree in computer science or computer systems management, as well as considering certifications in video game design and animation.

What is the STEM endorsement and how does it relate to the distinguished level of achievement?

The STEM endorsement requires students to take Algebra 2, chemistry, physics, and additional STEM courses, totaling 26 credits. Earning the STEM endorsement meets the requirements for the distinguished level of achievement.

What is the total number of credits required to graduate with a distinguished level of achievement?

To graduate with a distinguished level of achievement, a student must earn a total of 26 credits.

What decision does Christina make regarding her education?

Christina decides to work towards earning the STEM endorsement and graduating with a distinguished level of achievement.