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STEM PROGRAM

PROJECT LEAD THE WAY® (PLTW)

Project Lead The Way is a national high school STEM curriculum that introduces students to the scope, rigor, and
discipline of engineering and biomedical science classes before the students enter college. Each of the classes integrate
a project-based learning approach where students apply their learning through the completion of projects. All students
will benefit from the knowledge and logical thought processes that result from taking any of these classes.

Engineering

CMH currently offers three different engineering classes in the PLTW engineering curriculum, along with an
opportunity to do an engineering internship senior year. These classes provide concurrent learning with some
math and science classes. Real-world skills such as CAD design, collaboration, and critical thinking are an
important concept emphasized in each class.

Biomedical Science

CMH currently offers three different biomedical classes in the PLTW biomedical curriculum. Working with the
same tools used by professionals in hospitals and labs, students engage in compelling, hands-on activities and
work together to find solutions to problems. By immersing students in activities like practicing suturing and
constructing body structures from clay, the coursework empowers students to build knowledge and skills in
biomedical science, as well as in-demand, transportable skills like problem solving, critical and creative thinking,
communication, and collaboration.

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Computer Science is an exciting, challenging, and growing field that impacts the world and everyday life in countless
ways. Computer scientists are involved in creating technology and systems that are used in a wide range of industries,
including engineering, business management information systems, science, genetics, mathematics, statistics,
information security, graphic design, environmental research, medicine and entertainment.
Computer Science students develop a strong background in computational thinking and logic which will help them
succeed in multiple disciplines. Computer science college graduates are in very high demand and earn high salaries
from the start. Whether you take one course or all three, the problem-solving and logical thought processes you
develop will help you succeed in any course of study.
CMH offers three computer science classes, including two AP courses. The introductory course is perfect for students
with no coding background. An opportunity to intern at local information technology businesses is offered senior year.

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