It is okay to run to line up and not push our chairs in during any drill because we have to get to safety quickly.
False, walking and pushing your chair in makes sure everyone lines up safely so they can get out of the building.
Give two examples of how you can be respectful in STEM class.
- Listening to the teacher teach
- Keeping your voice level in check
- Using kind words with the people around you
- Raising your hand if you have a question or something to say
Is this your group for the first quarter?
That means this will be your assigned seat/group until Quarter 2.
If yes, YAY!
If no, think about where you could move.
What does STEM stand for?
Science
Technology
Engineering
Math
What does PLTW stand for?
Project Lead the Way
True or False
The picture below shows how we should sit during a tornado drill.
False, this is the correct way:
What happens if you bring your cell phone to STEM class and get caught with it out.
Starting in September, you will immediately get a major referral.
Who will be the leader of your group?
Why did you choose this person?
The leader you choose should be able to follow directions, communicate, and be kind to their teammates.
What do you call the process below?
The Engineering Design Process
What does a module always start with?
What does a module always end with?
Starts with an introduction story and ends with solving a problem.
True or False
When you hear an alarm or an announcement, you immediately stop talking.
True, it is important to hear the announcements in case of an emergency. It is also important to hear Ms. Young give directions during an alarm/drill.
What are Ms. Young's 3 expectations in STEM?
(Hint: Look around the room, they are posted.)
Be Safe, respectful, responsible.
What type of roles does each person on your team want to have?
- Leader (guides the team & keeps everyone responsible/respectful/safe)
- Speaker (asks questions & give presentations)
- Material Manager (gets materials for projects & makes sure area is clean when done)
- Timer (makes sure group is working & pays attention to how much time is left)
- Recorder (writes down answers & draws the blueprints)
There could be more than one person per job! You can also switch jobs whenever you want!
Why does the EDP go in a circle?
Because the process can be repeated as many times as needed! New questions can be asked after a project.
What will be learning about in the 1st quarter?
3rd grade - Variation of Traits
4th grade - Structure & Function
5th grade - Ecosystems
6th grade - Ecosystem Interactions
True or False
During a code blue, we will always turn the lights off and hide.
False, sometimes we just need to stay in the classroom and sometimes we will need to turn lights off, voices off, and stay hidden. The door will always need to be locked.
What does Ms. Young mean when she says, "Keep the Peace"?
Any arguments/fights/issues that happened before STEM class, stays out of STEM class. If you need space from someone at your table, communicate that to Ms. Young :)
If you are not the leader, how will you contribute to your group?
You could:
- listen
- stay quiet during learning time
- help others
- be creative
- ask questions
- do your work
Give 4 examples of STEM jobs.
1. Marine biologist (Study Ocean Animals)
2. Wildlife biologist (Study Land Animals)
3. Environmental Scientist (Study Earth's Ecosystems)
4. Geologist (Study Rocks)
5. Cartographer (Make/Study Maps)
6. Transportation planner (Create Roads and Railways)
7. Biologist (Study Living Things)
8. Chemist (Study Chemicals)
What are the 4 types of sciences we learn about during the school year?
Life Science
Earth & Space Science
Physical Science
Engineering
True or False
During a fire drill, we will go out the doors by the gym, cross the street, and line up behind the fence.
False, we will go out the front doors (Door A) by the office, cross the street, and line up behind the fence.
Being responsible for yourself is important.
What can you do/say to help yourself responsible?
You can:
- stay focused on learning
- choose to sit away from friends during learning time
- tell yourself or others to be quiet when learning
- thinking about consequences before you act
Give an example of BAD teamwork.
Possible answers:
- purposely sabotages team
- distracts team
- refuses to do work
- complains and never gives ideas
Why is coding a part of STEM?
Coding is used in our everyday lives and can be helpful to know no matter what job you choose.
True or False
PLTW is a project-based curriculum that helps students learn about the world around them and how they can solve real problems.
True :)