Gateway Academy
In June of 2010, South Dakota joined over 35 other states by offering Gateway Academy day camps. Camps were held in Canton, Sioux Falls, and Watertown, with 50 middle-school aged students attending.
FULL 'STEM' AHEAD
Gateway Academy Summer Day Camp utilizes Project-Lead-the-Way’s project based, hands on, and real-world problem-solving approach to STEM learning that is designed to nurture kid’s imaginations, inspire creativity, and develop self-confidence. The educational activities found at a Gateway Academy Camp thoroughly engage girls and boys from all backgrounds, igniting their passion and fueling interest in understanding how things work, while significantly advancing their skills in STEM subjects.
GATEWAY ACADEMY SITES
Gateway Academy sites are selected for providing leading-edge technologies what allow kids to sample disciplines such as robotics, aeronautics, and computer based design. While some sites will be in school districts that currently have Project-Lead-the-Way programs in place, Gateway Academy/South Dakota can assist any school district with a desire to host a Gateway Academy to do so. Districts hosting a camp may be provided staff, supplies, software and equipment for use during the camps. Schools hosting a Gateway Academy should incur minimal costs and students attend for free.
WHAT KIDS WILL DO AT GATEWAY ACADEMY
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-Have Fun |
-Make a human knot |
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-Work in teams |
-Build a desert shelter |
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-Use math and science to solve real-world problems |
-Build a car that runs on solar energy |
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-Design, build, and test a rocket using 3D design software |
-Create a spacecraft strong and light enough to land an “eggstronaut” safely |
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-Program a remote control robot to navigate a maze and race against the clock |
-Much, much, more |
BROCHURE ASSETS FOR SCHOOLS
| Middle School | High School |
FOCUS ON FUN
Fun is what middle school age boys and girls can expect from Gateway Academy Summer Day Camp. Yet though at first glance it may appear to be all fun and games, this summertime camp experience prepares students for the rigors of high school science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) classes. The critical thinking, creative problem solving, and collaboration skills campers learn at Gateway Academy will benefit them for a lifetime. 2011
2011 GATEWAY ACADEMY
Just announced! Click here to see dates and locations
CONTACT GATEWAY ACADEMY/SOUTH DAKOTA
Dick Hall at EDEC/ESA2 | 605-371-6520 or 605-367-7680
Funding for the Gateway Academy program in South Dakota is provided through the EPSCoR grant program and by Project-Lead-the-Way through its partner the Society of Manufacturing Engineers Education Foundation. The Gateway Academy/South Dakota program is managed by the East Dakota Educational Cooperative/ESA 2 in Sioux Falls in coordination with the South Dakota Department of Education Office Curriculum, Career and Technical Education.
