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STEM


Science, Technology, Engineering, Math
MVCS provides students with a collaborative, hands-on education from a Biblical worldview. Our integrated STEM teaching focus goes beyond traditional education methods and engages students in a technology-rich environment where real-world applications foster innovation, exploration, and imagination. We incorporate project-based learning to bring the classroom to life. 
Science:
  • Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) incorporates engineering concepts
  • Mystery Science Curriculum (correlates with the NGSS)
  • Quarterly STEM Projects 
  • Weather Station
  • New Telescope
Technology:
  • Upgraded infrastructure, accommodates 400 users simultaneously
  • Chromebooks in all grades
  • 1:1 Student to Chromebook ratio in 5th-8th grades
  • Smart technology in all classrooms, including specialist classes
  • Lightspeed systems technology empowers teachers to closely monitor the content of what students are viewing online, both at school and at home 
  • Google Docs/Google Classroom encourages collaboration between teachers and students
  • IXL Program provides additional online practice and analysis across subjects
  • Brain Pop Program offers animated online learning integrated across all subjects
  • Typing Agent Program teaches typing through fun, engaging online activities
Engineering:
  • Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) incorporate engineering concepts
  • LEGO Engineering We Do 2.0 and Simple Machine Sets (Kindergarten-3rd grades) 
  • LEGO Engineering Mindstorms Kits EV3 Core Sets (4th-6th grades)
  • Coding is emphasized in all grades in the science curriculum
  • Junior High Electives (Bridge-building, Rocketry, Robotics)
  • Gizmos (Grade 5-8), interactive math and science simulations that build a deep level of understanding of concepts
  • Additional after school opportunities in LEGOs and STEM
Math:
  • Math Curriculum promotes project-based learning and manipulatives, encouraging students to apply their math knowledge to solve complex problems
  • My Math: Kindergarten
  • Singapore Dimensions: Grades 1-6
  • McGraw Hill Grades 7-8
  • Sage Hill Invitational (Grades 6-8), a team-based competition that requires students to use what they know in math to solve complicated, real-world problems