STEM/STEAM & Project Based Learning

Project Based Learning in Halifax County Schools

The Big Picture
    • Empowered PBL practitioners with customizable PBL & STEM framework to advance collective efficacy

    • Access to subject matter and school leadership expertise through OWL Fellows and network, eg. NC Science House, NCSU Math Ed, MustInnov8

    • Anecdotal evidence of increased student engagement, evidence of deeper learning for both students and teachers, reduced absenteeism, decreased behavioral issues, and enhanced collegiality among staff

    • Interdisciplinary project experiences, eg. Davie's summer lemonade stand and EZ's food truck initiatives showcase student innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurship

    • Study trips to NEAAAT offer insights into innovative STEM, HQPBL, and design thinking models, emphasizing student stories and the importance of support for innovation.

    • PBL Champions developed a culture of collaboration and support, fostering positive relationships and idea improvement among educators and OWL co-designers.

Teacher PBL Design Process