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MissionTo develop innovative leaders by providing adiverse student body with world-class liberalarts education with a science focus within thecore academic courses, while alsoemphasizing Science, Technology,

Engineering, and Mathematics,(STEM).

Goal

Deliver a public school educationalexperience which will prepare students to

easily meet the demands of college and theneeds of business and industry by providing aninteresting, engaging, and STEM-literateeducation.

South Carolina Science Academy (SCSA)

South Carolina Science Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,

national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides

equal access to the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups.

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There is a serious need for STEM education throughout

the entire US, especially in the South Carolina midlands.

62% of all jobs today require STEM skills.

98% of all new businesses require some form of STEM

expertise.

Students with a Science, Technology, Engineering, andMathematics (STEM) focus who earn college credits

while in high school are twice as likely to be eligible to

receive scholarships.

The Problem

There are currently over 50,000 jobs in South Carolinathat are not filled because there are not enoughqualified employees to fill them.

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SCSA will be taking advantage of both the traditional,

brick & mortar-based model of educational deliveryand one that is student centric, personalized and

blended with both on-site and online-digital learning.

The UNIQUE educational delivery

The integration of a 21st centurylearning environment can lead to

greater educational equity,opportunities, and efficiencies forstudents.

Technology is key

to student-centered

and competency-

based learning.

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The CurriculumSTEM-Centric Curriculum

At least 25% of academics will focus on

STEM coursework. SScience

TTechnology

EEngineering

MMathematics

SCSA uses a 21st century holistic,project-based constructivistapproach to learning wherechildren learn how to think insteadof using the traditional literature-

based objectivist approach wherechildren are told what to think.

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A sound background in science, technology, engineering, and

mathematics is critical to a successful future for 21st century

students.

SCSA will engage its students in a blended instructional program

that introduces a wide variety of scientific topics as they progress

through the grades. Mathematics necessary for effective

communication of scientific data and problem solving is also amajor part of the curriculum emphasis.

The science and math courses will have the purpose of engaging

students and demonstrating their importance for ensuring success

in the vast possibilities of future opportunities in fields related to

science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Within the students junior and senior years, courses of study will

be determined by the STEM trackselected from areas such as

physics, chemistry, natural science, life science,

or computer science.

Our Learning Environment

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Respect(appreciating the value of a person or an

object through words, actions, and attitudes, treating peopleappropriately with common courtesy),

Responsibility(able to be trusted and depended upon tocomplete tasks, follow directions, and own up to his/her own

actions),

Integrity(being truthful, fair, trustworthy in your words andactionsdoing as you say and saying as you do),

Courage(possessing confidence and resolve to take risksand make the right decisions in the face of pressure, and/or

unfamiliar circumstances), Curiosity(eager to learn, explore, and question things to gain

a deeper understanding), and

Optimum effort(putting your best effort intoeverything you do).

Our Collaborative Environment

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One of Supportwithin the schools learning environment

A school culture emphasizing the traits of

high expectations,

academic focus,

character values,

support

will help to ensure that students will be equipped with inner

confidence to face challenges encountered in the 21st century

cultural world around them.

The Culture

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SCSAs school administration, along with staff, teachers, & learning coaches, will:

Keep account of student attendance and online hours

Verify student progress and performance through student login time and material covered.

Students who are not meeting the proficiency levels on school or state administered

assessments will be monitored and assisted through the response-to intervention

plan (RTI), using one or more of the following procedures for academic assistanceas necessary:

Required SCSA tutoring and mentoring (during & after school)

Small group or individual instruction, emphasizing individual learning styles

Computerized instructional programs to track student

progress and provide practice on skills needed

Parent- and home-learning programs

Referral for special education evaluation

Online one-on-one tutoring

The Schools Responsibility & Assistance

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SCSA will strive to

Provide a safe and encouraging learning environment that

instills a passion for learning.

Engage students in the learning process through personal

instruction and mentorship, as well as cutting-edge science

experiences and technology.

Promote problem-based and project-based learning that bring

academic skills and concepts to life.

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Parents / Students -

Individualized and personalized learning experiences

focusing on the applied sciences

Career ready and higher education prepared

Emphasis on competency rather than seat-time

Business / Industry -

Students for 21st century job challenges Help design curriculum

Mentors and internship opportunities

Adjunct faculty opportunities in our school

Higher Education (2 & 4-year colleges) Quality feeder system

Teaching and learning lab

Mentors and internships

Adjunct faculty opportunities

Value added:

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Financial:

Grants: Planning & Implementation (3 years); at least two school-

wide grants submitted per year

State support per student

Business and industry

Special gifts

Student population

Marketing

Guaranteed student success

School culture

Target population Students whose parents want more opportunities for their children

Students who need a competitive edge and guidance in preparing for a Science, Technology,

Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) career

Students who want to accelerate their education and focus more

time and energy toward Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)

School Sustainability

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South Carolina Science Academy intends to graduate

students who are mathematically and scientifically

prepared critical thinking problem solvers. We want to

create citizen scientists and a strong 21st century workforce.

Please join us in supporting this important endeavor by:

enrolling your child,

serving on a committee or as a volunteer,

being a school sponsor / partner, or making a donation.

Thank you for your attention and your support!