This document discusses STEM innovation in education across multiple school districts in the St. Louis area. It includes presentations from Lindenwood University, St. Dominic High School, Orchard Farms School District, Francis Howell School District, Wentzville School District, Fort Zumwalt School District, Inventor Forge Makerspace, and Dave Engineering discussing their STEM programs, including the use of design software, robotics projects, Chromebook initiatives, music production courses, augmented reality applications, coding curriculum, makerspaces, and an initiative to donate old electronics to education programs.

1. STEM Innovation in Education

2. Michael Shonrock
Lindenwood University
President
STEM Innovation in Education

3. Randy Schilling
Partners Education Committee Chair
STEM Innovation in Education

4. St. Dominic High School
STEM Innovation in Education

5. USING AUTODESK INVENTOR
1 Start with 3D Grid
2 Pick an Axis
3 Draw a rectangle
4 Make a box
5 Give it color6 Expand as needed

6. BUILD A PUZZLE PROJECT
Autodesk
Inventor
Program
Hands on Block Puzzle

7. BUILD A MACHINE
Autodesk
Inventor
Program

8. BUILD A BRIDGE PROJECT
Bridge
Designer
Program
Hands on Bridge Design

9. ROBOT C
BUILD A MACHINE
1 Funnel Marbles
2 Read Optical Trace
3 Adjust cup to match optical trace
4 Open Gate
5 Return Home
6 Repeat 20 times

10. Orchard Farms School District
STEM Innovation in Education

11. Google
Classroom

13. Main Features:
Stream, Students,
& About

14. Stream- Post
Assignments,
Announcements,
create Questions,
work coming up, and
labels
Students- Invite
students, show your
class code, change
the settings of the
stream, invite
guardians
About-Link to your
Classroom Google Drive
folder, calendar, add
classroom information,
class materials, and
invite teachers.

15. × Choose to go to all students or individual
× Can copy to other classes
× Attach files from computer, Drive, YouTube, or
a link
× Can add a label for organizational purposes
× Announcements are not graded

16. × Choose to go to all students or individual
× Can copy to other classes
× Attach files from computer, Drive, YouTube, or a
link
× Can add a label for organizational purposes
× Assign a due date
× Assignments are graded
× Can make individual copies, one copy for all, or
view only

17. Graded
Assignments can be graded within
Google Classroom. Students
receive notifications through
Classroom and/or email.

18. Blends perfectly
with Google Tools

19. THANKS!
Any questions?
You can find me at:
elawson@ofr5.com
@Erin_Lawson3

20. Francis Howell School District
STEM Innovation in Education

21. STEAM
Innovation in
Francis
Howell

22. What we’re doing:
● Chromebooks in Classrooms
● Middle School Music Production
and Technology
22

23. 6,100Chromebooks are deployed in our K-12 schools
23
3,600Deployed just this summer

24. Chromebooks are used for:
● Differentiation
○ Not all students learn the same way.
● Quick Formative Assessment
○ Teachers can determine which students
need remediation or enrichment
● Collaboration
○ Students can work together to research,24

25. Chromebooks allow for:
● Quick access to online programs
○ From assessment to research, students can quickly access a variety of media and programs.
● More devices in the buildings
○ A lower price-tag means more devices can be purchased.
● Longer battery life
○ Students have several hours of uninterrupted work-time.
● Mobility
○ The size and weight allow students to work in various locations to eliminate distractions.25

26. What we’re using:
26

27. Music Production
and Technology
Middle School Course
● 6th, 7th and 8th Grade
Focus on:
● Using Garage Band to mix
and create music
● Using music within video
27

28. “
28

29. THANK
YOU!
Any questions?
You can find me at:
@Mmeburton
april.burton@fhsdschools.org
29
▪ Presentation template by SlidesCarnival
▪ Photographs by Unsplash

30. St. Charles School District
STEM Innovation in Education

31. Augmented Reality
in the Classroom
St. Charles R-VI School District
Tina Lauer, Instructional Technology Specialist
Kevin Richmiller, Director of Technology

32. … a technology that superimposes a computer-generated image on a user's
view of the real world, thus providing a composite view. (oxford dictionary)
… the integration of digital information with the user's environment in real
time. Unlike virtual reality, which creates a totally artificial environment,
augmented reality uses the existing environment and overlays new
information on top of it. (whats.com)
What is Augmented Reality
(A.R.)

33. Aurasma
This app allows you to create “trigger” images through use of the
website and attach videos or other types of media to the trigger.
When you use the app and point your device to the trigger image, the
media you attached to it will begin to play on the device.
https://www.aurasma.com/

34. Example of
Aurasma

35. Anatomy 4D
This app allows you to print off blackline masters of the human body
(includes all body systems) and the heart as triggers for the app.
Then students can see the body systems and the heart in action.
http://anatomy4d.daqri.com/
http://anatomy4d.daqri.com/#download

36. Example of
Anatomy 4D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1uEAUaOxIg

37. Elements 4D
This app allows you to print off trigger cubes to assemble and use as
you teach the elements. You can even combine the cubes to
experience compound elements through your device.
http://elements4d.daqri.com/#buy
http://elements4d.daqri.com/documents/elements-blocks-all.pdf

38. Example of
Elements 4D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=beodWECIzpo

39. Google Translate (formerly World Lens)
This app allows you to translate other languages on signs or
documents by the use of your device’s camera. It uses the Google
Translate algorithms and instantly shows you the translation.

40. Example of
Google Translate
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-S9mh7Oju3Q

41. Classroom Applications with A.R.
Bring Reality
into the
Classroom
Student
Creation and
Publishing
Hands-on
Experiences
Parent
Involvement

42. Wentzville School District
STEM Innovation in Education

43. STEM Innovations
in Wentzville
Lindenwood Presentation 9/13/2017
Dr. Karen Hill (karenhill@wsdr4.org)
Sam Knoll (samanthaknoll@wsdr4.org)

44. Pathway to PLTW
Computer Science
K-5 Coding

45. K-5 Coding
● Curriculum was
developed with
code.org material.
● Assessments required
students to code, not
just recall theory.
● Dramatic increases in
both affective (21.0 to
29.7%) and knowledge
(34.57 to 43.58%)
questions at all K-5
levels.

46. students as CREATORS

47. Student-Driven...
Logo Design
Poster Design
Website Layout
Script Writing
Set Design
Set Construction
Press Publications
And more...

53. Fort Zumwalt School District
STEM Innovation in Education

54. Everybody Wants to
View the World
Exploring the Universe with
a Google Expeditions Kit
Fort Zumwalt School District

57. http://tinyurl.com/fzexpkit

58. Inventor Forge Makerspace
STEM Innovation in Education

59. ● Innovation
● STEAM
● Community

60. Our Mission:
The mission of Inventor Forge is to promote
interest in and knowledge of Science,
Technology, Engineering, Art and Math.
We promote community interest and involvement in
Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math, by
providing the space, equipment, training, and
community to foster our mission. Primarily to the
residents of St. Charles County and surrounding areas.

61. About IFMS
•Locations:
–235 Jungermann and Mid Rivers Mall Dr
–Workspace, Workshop and Classrooms at both locations
•Equipment
–Laser Cutters, 3D Printers, Electronics, CNC Milling,
Woodworking, Computers for loan and purchase and more to
come.
•Community Driven:
–Classes, Seminars and Informal discussions on Slack
–A Comfortable Gathering Place for face to face collaboration
–Online collaborations in many forms

62. More about IFMS
• On the web
–Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/504308949752806
https://www.facebook.com/inventorforgemakerspace
–Our web site http://www.inventorforgemakerspace.org
–Email contact@inventorforgemakerspace.org
–Meetup https://www.meetup.com/inventor-forge-maker-space
–Slack https://inventorforge-members.slack.com
• On site Classes and Meetups
–Micro- computers and controllers and electronics
–Computer programming and operating systems
–Tool safety classes, 3D printing, Wood and metal working etc
–Meetups every Thursday at least.

63. ● Raspberry Pi and others single board
microcomputers
○ Programming Python, Javascript, GPIO etc
○ General computing
○ Projects
■ Machine learning
■ Door lock
■ Thermostat/daq
■ Security cameras
● Arduino and others
○ Uno
Micro- computers and controllers

64. Our Permanent Spaces
are primarily funded by personal maker donations
Please consider becoming a Full-Paid Member to help
support a permanent place to meet.
http://www.InventorForgeMakerSpace.org
(under the MEMBERSHIP link)
or Donate Through:
http://www.InventorForgeMakerSpace.org
(under the DONATE link)

65. Dave Engineering
STEM Innovation in Education

66. donateTech4STEM.org
<CONVERT> YOUR OLD LAPTOPS & PHONES  EDU TOOLS

67. What is donateTech4STEM.org about ?
DT4S is a program to increase technology resources available to after school robotics
clubs and under privileged kids who have an interest in Science, Math, Technology,
Engineering, Art, and Music.
DT4S a volunteer community service to collect, wipe clean, and re-distribute laptops,
tablets, and phones to individuals and programs that can use the technology to fuel
creativity and problem solving skill development in the community.
DT4S is not a booster club or affiliated with any school and is not setup to accept or
provide any form of monetary donation.
DT4S is a very simple program designed to facilitate getting technology into the hands
of programs, teachers and students who can use technology to teach and learn.

68. How does donateTech4STEM.org work ?
1.) Tech goes to depot at Galleria Mall Microsoft
2.) Professional volunteers re-format the devices and load new
Windows operating systems.
3.) Community Distributes
If you have a need for laptops and VR systems and wish to participate, please email :
info@donatetech4stem.org

69. donateTech4STEM.org
sponsors & drop off locations:
How can I help?
Drop off devices @ any of these locations:
if you have 10 or more devices and can’t get to us, we can arrange
pickup, email us at info@donatetech4stem.org
Ideal Device Specs:
• Tablets & Phones (min)
• iOS 9.1 (iPhone 5s, iPad)
• Android 4.1
• Laptops
• Windows 7
• Mac OS 10.4
The Microsoft Store
St. Louis Galleria Mall
1155 Saint Louis Galleria,
Saint Louis, MO 63117
4372 Green Ash Dr
Earth City, MO 63045
5988 Mid Rivers Mall Dr
St Charles, MO 63304
questions?
want to volunteer?
email: info@donatetech4stem.org

70. Career Explorations Alliance
STEM Innovation in Education

72. Refreshingly Simple
Bringing Professionals, Educators and Students Together

73. Help!

74. Nov 7 - 11 & Nov 14 - 17, Tuesday - Friday
What is Career Week? Career Week is an opportunity for
students to job shadow or be mentored by professionals
during a two-week period.
Career Weeks 2017
Bringing Professionals and Students

75. What’s the difference between job shadowing and mentoring?
Not all professions permit students to job-shadow. Mentoring
allows you to speak one-on-one with a student or a small group
of students about your education, training and responsibilities.
Career Weeks 2017
Bringing Professionals and Students
Together

76. How old are the students? Students are high school juniors or
seniors OR in their first or second year of college.
Career Weeks 2017
Bringing Professionals and Students
Together
Juniors & Seniors:
• Fort Zumwalt School District
• Francis Howell School District
• Lincoln County School District
• Orchard Farm School District
• St. Charles School District
• Wentzville School District
College students:
• St. Charles Community College

77. First CEA Request: January 2016
Student: Nick Viriyasiri
Passion: Chemistry & Food
Career Weeks 2017
Bringing Professionals and Students
Together

78. How do professionals get involved? It’s EASY!
Here’s the scoop:
• It’s a one-time job shadowing or mentoring experience of only 2-4
hours.
• You get to pick the date and time you are available.
• The student(s) comes to your place of business.
• Registration is quick, easy and online: careerexplorationsalliance.com
• Never done this before? No worries. An orientation packet will be
provided, which includes tips, best practices, conversation starters, etc.
What happens after I sign up? CEA will reach out to you with
additional details as we get closer to the date.
Career Weeks 2017
Bringing Professionals and Students
Together

79. These two weeks will impact more than 600 students!
We need 300 professionals from all lines of work to pull it off.
REGISTER TODAY: www.careerexplorationsalliance.com
Career Weeks 2017
Bringing Professionals and Students
Sponsored in part by:

80. Join us!
For more information or to register: Dawn Thornton
Program Manager
636.922.8373 / dthornton@stchas.edu
careerexplorationsalliance.com

81. Greg Prestemon
EDC Business and Community Partners
CEO
STEM Innovation in Education

82. Stick around for a tour of the
building!
Thanks for coming!
STEM Innovation in Education