DRS introduces new STEM and robotics course

DRS is partnering with the Center for Initiatives in Jewish Education to offer students a course that integrates science,technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) for next year. The curriculum for this STEM course combines general thinking skills with engineering principles as well as science and technology fields. Unlike regular subject oriented curricula which focuses on a limited field of study, this curriculum introduces students to a diverse range of scientific and technological subjects. A smattering of the units taught include: system features, introduction to electricity, the serial circuit, sensors, electronics and control integration. CIJE will provide DRS staff with a science mentor who will visit the school weekly throughout the school year to model lessons, mentor a science teacher and help students solve difficult challenges. This course reflects current thinking in science education and DRS is pleased to be at the forefront of this initiative.

This year, DRS introduced a new Robotics Club to its already tremendous list of extra-curricular opportunities for our students. The participants of the club are learning how to build and program robots to move and perform amazing actions. The after school program provides a great platform for students interested in technology to express their creativity.