to STEM concepts from an early age. In middle school, students explore gateway engineering and robotics, as well as computer science. Wes Loring, Jefferson-Morgan High School Principal, conveys, “At the high school level we have multiple levels of engineering that build upon each other, from introductory to advanced manufacturing. We have several elective courses as well.” As for career pathways, he adds, “We’ve tried to put a focus on what career they’re interested in, because not every career has to go to a four year university. We’re trying to find what the kids are passionate about, and then we try to match up the colleges or trade schools that will help get them into that career field.” COLLABORATIVE AND FLEXIBLE OPPORTUNITIES The district’s small size is not a deterrent when it 279 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 01 JEFFERSON-MORGAN SCHOOL DISTRICT
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