Taken separately, the four STEM subjects are defined by the National Research Council as:

1.    Science is the study of the natural world, including the laws of nature associated with physics, chemistry, and biology and the treatment or application of facts, principles, concepts, or conventions associated with these disciplines.

2.    Technology comprises the entire system of people and organizations, knowledge, processes, and devices that go into creating and operating technological artifacts, as well as the artifacts themselves.

3.    Engineering is a body of knowledge about the design and creation of products and a process for solving problems. Engineering utilizes concepts in science and mathematics and technological tools.

4.    Mathematics is the study of patterns and relationships among quantities, numbers, and shapes. Mathematics includes theoretical mathematics and applied mathematics.

 Frisco Elementary has begun the journey of adopting the STEM model for education. We have chosen this model to better incorporate the needs of a 21st century citizen into our instruction.  This will include the Engineering Design Process (modified for kids) at all levels throughout the school. This model encourages learners to think in a critical and reflective manner throughout the day and across the curriculum. In this model, students will be encouraged to not just absorb information, but to reflect on its reliability, meaning, and usefulness. If students can learn to analyze and internalize information, they will be better prepared to apply it in the future. We strive to  bring authentic problem solving opportunities into the classroom by creating partnerships in our school and community.