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The STEAM Bus is a 43-foot, one-of-a-kind classroom on wheels! The STEAM Bus connects Pre-K - 12 students to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics in new and innovative ways. Students spend 45-60 minutes engaged in hands-on, problem-based activities using technology such as tablets, Chromebooks, microscopes, AR/VR equipment, robots, etc. The STEAM Bus provides the district with a progressive delivery system for STEAM education.

All aboard the STEAM Bus! 

What is the STEAM BUs?

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Design work was done by students, teachers, district instructional staff, technology and maintenance personnel, as well as community volunteers!
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The STEAM Bus took just
over a year to complete, from the start of the project, to the first event! 
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The STEAM Bus has 6 different hands-on work stations
available for use!  
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The STEAM Bus has 2 large screen TVs, 3 large computer monitors, and 1 large 75-inch TV to project video and web-based content!
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No matter what the weather is like, the STEAM Bus is equipped for indoor & outdoor activities!
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The STEAM Bus is powered by a generator & solar panels, and can even be plugged in to an electrical source!
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The STEAM Bus includes
wireless internet!
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Lab equipment is set up inside the STEAM Bus, including microscopes & AR/VR equipment!
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The STEAM Bus is set up for green screen work on/off the bus!
program goals

​STEAM Support of Curriculum and Student STEAM Experiences

  • Research-based STEAM lessons and units aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills as well as the National Science Standards to provide content-rich educational experiences for K-12 students. 
     

Professional Learning​

  • Provide professional development opportunities for teachers in the areas of STEAM so educators have cutting edge resources and skills needed to provide an enhanced educational experience for their students.

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Partnerships and Community Awareness

  • Increase awareness of STEAM education through communication and collaboration with the local community.

  • Establish and maintain partnerships with businesses, industries, and higher education to provide STEAM opportunities for teachers and students.

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