STEAM
Program descriptionThe STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) program is an integrated semester in French Immersion offering four different courses. It gives students the opportunity to discover and learn outside the classroom through creative and positive hands-on learning experiences. The program endeavours to develop physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and cultural aspects of their personality. Outdoor experiences are used to understand concepts of physics, mathematics, and media production as well as gain an understanding and appreciation of the land on which we live, thus fostering a culture of stewardship.
PrerequisitesBasic requirements: Sciences 10
& Fondements de Maths et Pré-calcul 10 Interest in learning and willingness to try new things
Skills and abilities in the outdoors are not a requirement, as it will be developed in the program. However, we suggest students have at least an intermediate comfort level riding a mountain bike prior to the program. We will adapt activities according to physical abilities and health considerations
CostThe fee for the entire semester program will be $650. This will pay for short term equipment, activities, transportation, and gas, but will not cover meals on the extended trips.
FH Collins Secondary is committed to making all of its programs accessible to all students. If the program fee is a barrier for you, please contact Anthony Grottoli and financial support can be made possible. Trips & class time expectationsStudents will be expected to take part in field activities, as well as extended trips, as they are an integrated part of the program.
A maximum of 25 days will be spent on overnight trips away from school. The rest of the days will be spent learning theoretical concepts in the classroom and on field day activities.
SafetyThe safety and well-being of the students is always the first and most important consideration when taking students into wilderness settings. Students who display inappropriate or unacceptable behaviour that puts themselves or others at risk may result in removal from the field trip at their own expense and/or removal from the program
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How to applySubmit the completed application form and send me a brief video (2-3 minutes) describing why you would be a good fit for the program and why you are interested in learning in this way; including some sort of interesting artistic aspect will go a long way. Include a complete list of your current teachers. Your application can be delivered to [email protected] or in person at the FH Collins front office by January 29th. See Mr. Grottoli in room 122 at FH Collins if you have any questions. Make sure to get started on your application well before the due date to avoid disappointment What credits will I earn?Mathematique pré-calcul 11 (Pre-Calculus 11)
This course is intended to help students continue on the path to potential STEAM-based post-secondary studies. Specifically, the course is an exploration of advanced functions and equations including polynomials, quadratics, rationals, trigonometry and more, as well as an applied look at finances. Broadly speaking, Pre-Calculus 11 is focused on the continued development of algebraic and critical thinking, problem solving and the application of mathematics in real-life situations. Physique 11 (Physics 11)
This course will help students come to both a conceptual and mathematical understanding of kinematics, dynamics, energy & momentum, waves & optics. As much as possible, these topics will be explored through an engineering lens and augmented with technological applications. Plein Air 11 (Outdoor Learning 11)
Students in this program will learn and develop skills in a complex and dynamic outdoor environment while participating safely and developing teamwork skills. Activities such as mountain biking, surfing, canoeing and hiking may be used to develop outdoor skills. First peoples’ traditional practices and traditional knowledge will be shared with students. Being stewards of the land with a conservational approach will also be part of this class. Art Médiatique 11 (Media Arts 11)
This program will help you to grow as an artist in term of expression, creativity, and identity. The course will look at different technological media and help you with pre & post- production skills as well as on-site considerations toward a final product. Materials, processes, and technics of media art will also be a central theme of the learning. Students will integrate other classes into their personal media projects throughout the semester. Which courses should I take in my other semester?English First Peoples 11
FRAL 11 a Science 11 course (not Physics) an additional course of your choosing |
InstructorAnthony Grottoli, B.Eng., B.Ed. Math & physics teacher, life enjoyer
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