All the world is a laboratory to the inquiring mind.” – Martin Henry Fischer, Physician & Author

      An investment in knowledge pays the best interests!

WHAT IS STEM?

STEM education is an integrated, interdisciplinary approach to learning that provides hands-on and relevant learning experiences for students.  STEM teaching and learning goes beyond the mere transfer of knowledge.  It engages students and equips them with critical thinking, problem solving, creative and collaborative skills, and ultimately establishes connections between the school, work place, community and the global economy.  STEM also helps students understand and apply math and science content, the foundations for success in college and careers.

This strand is designed for students who desire to pursue college degrees centered on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). This strand provides preparation for students in using science, math, engineering, and technology to solve real-life problems and advance national development.

WHY STEM?
“Education at all levels in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics—STEM—develops, preserves, and disseminates knowledge and skills that convey personal, economic, and social benefits. Higher education provides the advanced work skills needed in an increasingly knowledge-intensive, innovation-focused economy and society.”

– National Science Foundation

“We must never forget what the STEM subjects have in common with sister disciplines like literature and history. Yes, they help us get good jobs, but they also help us grasp what it means to be human and live a good life. That is why STEM is truly among the liberal arts.”

– Linda Rosen, Change the Equation 

Why is STEM important?

STEM is important because it teaches critical thinking skills and instills a passion for innovation. Beyond the benefit of learning science, technology, engineering, and math, STEM assists in the problem-solving and exploratory learning that fuel success across a variety of tasks and disciplines.

STEM gives curious students the skills to tackle problems confidently and facilitates a more positive feeling about learning, greater self-confidence in students, and diffuses negative biases that contribute to the growth of individuals who are curious, confident and take the initiative when dealing with challenges.

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Skills gained from STEM education include:

•Complex Problem-solving
•Critical thinking
•Reasoning
•Creativity
•Teamwork
•Self-confidence

Is STEM really the best career choice?

The truth is that STEM encompasses the most engaging, hands-on subjects in our schools. Strong STEM skills lead to more beautiful art, more engrossing performances, and more polished productions.

STEM classes develop those soft skills that so many careers need, and so many students lack – skills like communication, problem solving, critical thinking, creativity, and data analysis.

STEM education gives people skills that make them more employable and ready to meet the current labor demand. It encompasses the whole range of experiences and skills. Each STEM component brings a valuable contribution to a well-rounded education. Science gives learners an in-depth understanding of the world around us.

In fact, non-STEM fields heavily recruit graduates with STEM degrees because they possess these skills that students from other majors have not developed

Benefits of STEM Education

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*Improves creativity

*Increases team collaboration

*Develops communication skillsEmpowers critical thinking skills

*Boosts curiosity

*Improves cognitive skills

* Introduces STEM careers at early ages

* Teaches how to take initiative

* Enhances media literacy

*Empowers critical thinking skills

*Boosts curiosity

*Improves cognitive skills

* Introduces STEM careers at early ages

* Teaches how to take initiative

* Enhances media literacy

*Boosts social-emotional learning

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Why Choose the STEM strand?

1. Set Up for Success

Choosing the STEM track opens the door to many possibilities for successful and fruitful careers especially after pursuing further education. Secure highly respected professions in competitive industries by choosing STEM as your track. Equipped with three strands to choose from, the STEM track presents you with opportunities to specialize in:

• Earth Science

Are you interested in unique earth phenomenon like meteorology, continental drifts, and the evidences of evolution like fossils? Or perhaps you have always dreamed of becoming a scientist? The Earth Science track equips students with skills to understand natural phenomenon, disaster vulnerability, the interpretation of hydrometeorological tools. Open doors for careers in science with Earth Science!

• Pre-Calculus and Basic Calculus

Have you always been a math wiz? Do numbers and equations excite you? Or maybe you see them as the means to computing for solutions, trajectories, and more! With Pre-Calculus, students can be equipped to become great economists, mathematicians, analysts, and engineers, that could solve problems and break boundaries in technology and economics.

• Physics

Curious about how the forces of motion work? The Physics track of the STEM strand will prepare students to understand kinematics, momentum, and impulse, as well as the effects of oscillation, thermodynamics, and gravity. Be one of the great minds behind aerodynamic builds and vehicles as an engineer, scientist, and more!

Regardless of the track you choose among the three, one of the biggest advantages of the STEM strand rests in its capacity to set up students for success by preparing them for some of the most demanding yet fulfilling careers in society.

2. The Lifeblood of the Nation

Typically preparing senior high students for future studies and rigorous examinations to practice their profession, STEM graduates are essential to growing some of the most sought-after and in-demand industries. Graduates of the STEM strand and their various tracks are involved in integral industries that keep the nation going. By undertaking their courses, students acquire unique skill sets that equip them to be the doctors, engineers, economists and scientists of tomorrow.

3. Job Opportunities Nationwide and Abroad

One of the benefits of STEM strand graduates is the diversity in job opportunities. Careers in STEM industries are always in-demand. Whether in the Philippines or abroad, Filipino professionals play an important part in the workforce. Doctors, surgeons, engineers, economists and scientists are only some of the many career paths open to STEM graduates—jobs that allow communities around the world to enjoy safety, health, and quality of life as they k

WHY DID I CHOOSE STEM? DO I HAVE ANY REGRETS?

I had many choices but i choose this Strand SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS because i felt that it’s for me the first step of hardships in my journey, i know in myself that this will help and lead me towards my dream and become what i want to be in the future even this is not definitely easy as what you think.I see it’s appropriate in my desire course although this one is absolutely hard,yes being a stem student is not easy it’s not just a simply studying i faced a lot of difficulties especially in mathematics from specialized subjects,i am not really good in mathematics but i survived i did my best to learn everything from my chosen strand because of determination,study hard and learning hard,time management and putting first my priorities.When i choose this strand i think of it many times if it’s good or suitable for me but because of self esteem then motivated by a teacher who asked me before if what strand i’m going to take in senior high she told me to choose Stem because of its advantages and benefits in my college life.Well all strand are good and difficult but my heart wants stem thus i took it,I like science because of its beauty and mystery. Also my dream job is in stem field then i want to challenge myself and prepare me to next chapter of my journey. Yes at first i regret it because of struggles i thought that i can’t but by cause of perseverance and working hard i liked it. For me this strand will help you in advancements, gain knowledge about science, teach you in deep mathematics, discover and explore the technology, and let you learn anything and everything if you focus on your goal and appreciate the real Stem.Stem is challenging yet interesting,It depends on you on how you’ll see and handle it. Perseverance and study hard with faith and time management are the keys to drive it well.To all incoming senior high school students think wisely follow your heart but i encourage you to choose or take this strand but it’s up to you your choice matters. If ever you take this strand make sure that it’s your choice it’s what you really want ready yourself your mind,body, time,and mental health expect the unexpected. The fact that going into STEM isn’t just a great way to get a job. It’s also a way to get a high paying job.Studies have shown that 63 percent of people with a degree in STEM-related work get paid more than someone with a bachelor’s degree in anything else.Studying and working in STEM means learning about the world around you, finding innovative solutions to real-world challenges, and playing a role in some of the country s major discoveries and developments. Want to work with robots, refine driverless car technology or cure disease? You’ll have these opportunities and more in STEM. And don t forget you’ll be taught by professionals who are passionate about their field. They may be researchers, seasoned industry experts or currently making their mark in the workforce.

FUTURE OF STEM

The STEM disciplines are interesting and challenging. They can help prepare you for careers in fields that pay well and are relatively abundant. STEM jobs are increasing at a faster rate than non-STEM jobs for students with post-secondary education. Also, the skills such as critical thinking and problem solving learned while studying STEM subjects are applicable to almost all careers and actually in demand for most.

partial list of STEM careers includes:

• Medical doctors
• Dentists
• Health Care Professionals
• Engineers
• Scientists
• Agriculture
• Statisticians
• Architects
• Computer Technicians
• Welders
• Machinists
• Manufacturing Technologists
• Electricians

If the STEM strand and its tracks are something you see in your future career, check out  STEM strand courses today!

Follow your heart choose what fits on you! Have a great day

“Life is too short to argue and fight,count your blessings .Value the people who love you and make the most each day.” -Life Status-

Hello ,ako nga pala si Princess Chinne Aleman Toldanes ,maaari ring tawaging “lhang” ,labing limang taong gulang(15), Ipinanganak noong sityembre 9, 2004 sa BMC NAGA CITY, Nakatira sa Lobong Bato Camarines Sur at kung minsan ay sa Sta Cruz Bato ,ako’y kasalukuyang nag aaral ,isang mag aaral sa ika 10 na baitang pangkat Albatross sa ilalim ng pamamahala ni Gng. Maria Preciousa Pontillas sa Pamabansang Mataas na Paaralan ng Nabua ,mula baitang 7 ,ako ay nagtapos sa Mababang aaralan ng lobong bilang valedictorian at hanggang ngayon consistent honor student, ako ay isang mabuti at masipag na mag aaral dahil sa gustong maabot ang aking mga pangarap at makapagtapos ng pag aaral, ako ay simple lamang ,namumuhay ng simple dahil iyun lang ang gusto ko bunsong anak ni Ginoong Primitivo Timado Toldanes at ni Ginang Charity Argarin Aleman Toldanes. Ako na lamang ang anak nilang nag aaral sa limang anak nila, Noon kami ay talagang walang wala dahil sa hirap ng buhay at di nakapagtapos ng pagaaral ang aking mga magulang kung kaya’y yun lang ang kanilang naabot nguniit sa kabila ng kahirapang iyon nag pursigi ang aking mga magulang na makaahon sa hirap magkaroon ng mas maganda o maaya ayang buhay dahil nga sa pagsasakripisyo nila at sa kabaitan ng panginoon ay ngayong nakakaaangat angat narin kami marami ang pangaral sa akin ng aking mga magulang at mga pangarap dahil sa ako na lamang ang magiging pambawi nila ,malaki ang pasasalamat ko ,namin dahil sa pagkakaroon namin ng buhay na ganto,mula pagkabata ay magastos na ako kung maituturing ,mula pagsilang sa akin, kwarta agad ang gamit ,hanggang sa maoperahan ako dahil sa appendicitis at nagkaroon na naman ng dengue kung kaya’t maraming mga problema ang aking naibigay sa aking pamilya ,iyun ay pagsubok sa aking buhay hindi lang sa akin kundi sa amin ,sa kabila noon na paghihirap na iyon palaging andyan ang aking pamilya lalo na ang aking mga magulang nag sakripisyo at gumawa sila ng paraan para gumaling ako, nagpupursigi sila upang matustusan ang aming mga pangangailangan at kagustuhan at dahil dun inisip kong mas pagbutihin ang aking pag aaral para sa kanila at para sa aking pangarap ,tayong lahat may sari sariling layunin o misyon sa buhay tayo ay nilikha dito na maraming tungkulin at dapat gampanin ,kaakibat nang buhay ng isang tao ang mga pagsubok o problema na tatahakin kailangan lamang lumaban at manampalataya ,ang buhay ay hindi perpekto at walang taong perpekto minsan nararanasan o nadadama natin ang kasiyahan ngunit palaging andyan ang kalungkutan ,at hindi magpapahuli ang Diyos na laging riyan para tayo ay gabayan ,maraming tao ang dumadating sa ating buhay ngunit marami rin ang umaalis ,kayat hanggat maari pahalagahan at mahalin natin ng buong buo ang mga tao o bagay na meron tayo ngayon dahil lahat ng ito ay isang biyaya galing sa panginoon at maaaring mawala anumang oras,Ang tunay na layunin ng tao sa mundo ay mag mahal ako, ikaw, tayo ay nabuhay bunga ng pagmamahalan kaya tayo rin ay magmamahal at magpapakarami ,at patuloy ako na mananampalataya sa nag iisang diyos dahil sa mga biyayang natanggap at natatanggap ko ,namin.

Balik tayo sa aking buhay (hehe)Nang matapos na ang mga paghihirap ko dahil sa mga sakit na aking naranasan ,maraming epekto naman ang dumating ,naapektuhan ang aking utak o isipan ,naging mabagal ang paggana ng aking utak dahil sa mga tinuturok na gamot at tinurok na mga anesthesia , naging makalilimutin ako at naging moody ,at para bang galit na galit ako araw araw,ngunit sa paglipas ng panahon gumanda ganda na ang aking pag uugali at nagiging mabuti narin ang aking pag iisip at pakiramdam para bang naunumbalik ,ngunit hindi na katulad ng dati.Dumating ang panahon na nagsisi ako sa mga nagyari na kahit wala akong alam sarili ko ang sinisisi ko ngunit dahil nararamdamn ko ang Diyos linalabanan ko iyon iniisip ko ang aking pamilya ang mga taong nagmamahal sa akin,kung bakit ako nandito ang tunay kung layunin at lalong lalo na dahil sa panginoong diyos ,ang buhay natin ay hiram lamang kaya kailangan natin pahalagahan, mahalin, at ienjoy ang bawat moment, bawat segundo bawat piling sa mundong ito hanapin natin ang kasiyahan at pagmamahalan para hindi tayo magisisi sa huli ,may pagakakataon rin na tayo’y nahihirapan na at mukhang hindi na kaya ,ngunit nariyan lagi ang Diyos upang tayo ay gabayan , siya’y palaging na sa tabi ko ,nating lahat , kaya ako ay patuloy na lumalaban ,para sa akin ang ating buhay ay isang malaking biyaya mula sa panginoon kung kayat ingatan natin mahalin natin at ienjoy natin , at higit sa lahat gumawa tayo ng kabutihan hindi lamang sa sarili kundi sa ispiritwal at sa kabautihang panlahat ,ngayon akoy patuloy na naniniwala ,nagtitiwala ,lumalaban ,nagmamahahal at nananampalataya.

Pinili ko ang awit na “if life is so short” dahil ito ay nagrerepresenta ng aking pagkatao, ng aking buhay, yung katangian na meron ako yung buhay na meron ako ,para sa akin gugulin natin ang bawat minuto o oras na meron tayo hanapin natin ang kasiyahan na kung saan alam mong mabuti para sa sarili mo sa pamilya ,sa kaibigan ,sa minamahal at lalong lalo na sa Diyos dahil para rin ito sa ating sarili at para hindi magsisi, nang hindi mahuli ang lahat pag dating ng panahon ,kayaif life is so short enjoy it love it!.

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