1. ATEMS High School Academy of Technology, Engineering, Math, & Science

2. RE-DESIGNING HIGH SCHOOL Our economy cant succeed unless our young people have the skills that they need to succeed – and thats whats happening here at Manor New Tech, Mr. Obama said. Weve also got to start rethinking and redesigning Americas high schools. Thats part of whats happening here is theres innovation going on that equips graduates for the demands of a high-tech economy.

3. RE-DESIGN BEGINS WITH… EDUCATE TEXAS T-STEM Academies ATEMS High School (2009) Early College Initiative T-STEM Center – Texas Tech University NEW TECH NETWORK Project Based Learning Technology Culture

4. Educate Texas (Texas High School Project)

5. T-STEM Academy Academy of Technology, Engineering, Math & Science (A.T.E.M.S.) Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) Pre-Engineering Pathway Project Lead the Way PLTW Certified School Information Technology Pathway Adobe Creative Suite certifications Computer Science and Information Technology dual credit opportunities through TSTC, ACU, McMurry, and HSU.

6. New Tech Network Over 115 New Tech Network High Schools across the U.S. A.T.E.M.S. High School is one of 15 NTN high schools in Texas.

7. New Tech Network Project Based Learning 21 st Century Skills Collaboration, Communication, Agency, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Innovation, etc… Technology 1-to-1 computer to student ratio BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) Culture ~ Agency Trust, Respect, Responsibility Rigor, Relevance, Relationships

8. WHAT ARE WE COMMITTED TO We are committed to: Academic Success & Quality Teaching Rigor, Relevance, and Relationships 21 st Century Education Project Based Learning Integration of Technology College Readiness Results: (Class of 2013) Graduation Rate – 100% Recommended/Distinguished Plan – 99% Acceptance into post-secondary program – 95%

9. Parent Commitment PARENT INVOLVEMENT IS CRITICAL

10. Student Commitment STUDENT COMMITMENT IS CRITICAL

11. OUR APPROACH Two-tiered approach to educating our students: The Foundational Experience 9 th and 10 th grade years Pre-AP curriculum in every core subject. Heavy project based learning experience. The College Prep Experience 11 th and 12 th grade years AP curriculum in most every core subject. Less project based learning, but more AP-directed instruction or dual credit opportunities. =COLLEGE READY FOUNDATIONAL EXPERIENCE +COLLEGE PREP EXPERIENCE

12. PRE-ENGINEERING PATHWAY *PROJECT LEAD THE WAY IS THE NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED CURRICULUM THAT IS UTILIZED ON OUR CAMPUS IN THE PRE-ENGINEERING PATHWAY. *SENIOR CAPSTONE PROJECT IS REQUIRED IN THE 4 TH YEAR OF ENGINEERING.

13. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PATHWAY *SENIOR CAPSTONE PROJECT IS REQUIRED IN THE 4 TH YEAR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY.

14. CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES ROBOTICS CLUB Mr. Keith Thomas UIL ACADEMICS Mr. Nathan Monroe NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY Mrs. Robyn Hamilton MOUSE SQUAD Mr. Nathan Monroe CHESS CLUB Dr. Ronald Blevins DRAMA CLUB Mrs. Rebecca Rampy YEARBOOK CLUB Mrs. Rebecca Rampy STARS GROUP Mrs. Ashley West 1 st place 2013 – BEST Robotics Competition Sweetwater Hub

15. Things to Know: College Culture BIG 12 Conference 9th - Valdez – Texas Tech University (RED RAIDERS) 10 th - Monroe – University of Texas (LONGHORNS) 11 th - Bunton – Baylor University (BEARS) 12 th - West – Texas Christian University (HORNED FROGS) PAC 12 Conference 9 th - Lipps – University of Washington (HUSKIES) 10 th - Blevins – University of Colorado (BUFFALOES) 11 th - Castleberry – University of Arizona (WILDCATS) 12 th - Dam – University of Oregon (DUCKS) ACC Conference 9 th - Snell– University of North Carolina (TAR HEELS) 10 th - Walker– University of Miami (HURRICANES) 11 th - Haney– Clemson University (TIGERS) 12 th - Norris – Duke University (BLUE DEVILS) Conference USA 9 th - Angell – Southern Methodist University (MUSTANGS) 10 th - Rampy – University of North Texas (EAGLES) 11 th - Packer – Rice University (OWLS) 12 th - DeBaca– University of El Paso-Texas (MINERS) SEC Conference 9 th - Carr – University of Florida (GATORS) 10 th - Thomas – Louisiana State University (TIGERS) 11 th - Wood– University of Georgia (BULLDOGS) 12 th - Hamilton – Texas A&M (AGGIES)

16. Things to Know: School Day Graduation Plan Recommended or Distinguished Plan - (our goal every year is 100%) AP or Dual Credit opportunities Career Pathways in Engineering & Info. Tech. Typical Day (Subject to Change) Period 1 – Pre-AP Biology Period 2 – Pre-AP Algebra I Period 3 – Band Period 4 – A Lunch Period 4 – Pre-AP English I Advisory Class (30 minutes) Period 5 – Pre-AP World History Period 6 – Spanish I Period 7 – Introduction to Engineering Bell Schedule 8:40am – School Day begins 3:15pm – School Day ends

17. Distinguished Achievement Program In addition to 3 years of foreign language, a student must meet the following requirements: SENIOR CAPSTONE PROJECT

18. Things to Know New to the district? Registration into AISD begins with Mrs. Kari Leong, Executive Director of Student Services. Cost to enroll in AISD is $25. In order to be admitted into AISD, students must pass all STAAR tests in 8 th grade, have minimal attendance and discipline problems, and have passing grades that allows them to advance into 9 th grade. AISD Administration is located between N2nd and N3rd on Pine St. Beginning of School Year Assembly at McMurry University End of School Year Assembly at McMurry University Monthly PTO Meetings – 3 rd Thursday of the month at 6pm. ATEMS Goes to College Day – cost $25 Fall – out-of-town trip (TTU, ASU, TSU, HPU, MSU) Spring – local trip (McM, ACU, HSU, Cisco, TSTC-Sweetwater) Saturday Math Tutoring Sessions After School & Before School Tutoring Sessions

19. Things to Know New Student Need to Knows: Pre-AP English I – summer reading is Unwind Pre-AP English II – summer reading is A Separate Peace Junior AP – In Cold Blood Senior AP - For Whom The Bell Tolls Dual Credit Junior English – No textbook needs to be purchased Mathematics – TI-Nspire CX Calculator ($140 est.) Transportation Busing provided between AHS/CHS and ATEMS before and after school - tutoring Busing provided between AHS/CHS and ATEMS during school day for band, choir, orchestra, JROTC, and athletics Period 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7

20. Things to Know - Activities Summer Activities for incoming students Volleyball Nights @ Sonic Swimming Party @ HSU Miniature Golf Nights @ Play Faire Park New Student Orientation – August Game Night @ ATEMS www.geocaching.com

21. STUDENT SCHOOLPARENT College Ready TOGETHER, WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

22. Commitment! College Ready Work Ready Life Ready