STEAM is an acronym for the fields of study in the categories of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. It has become commonplace in education discussions as a reference to the shortage of skilled workers and inadequate education in these areas. The initiative began to address the lack of qualified candidates for high-tech jobs. It also addresses concern that the subjects are often taught in isolation, instead of as an integrated curriculum. Maintaining a citizenry that is well versed in the STEM fields is a key portion of the public education goals of the United States. STEM generally supports broadening the study of engineering within each of the other subjects, and beginning engineering at younger grades, even elementary school. It also brings STEM education to all students rather than only the gifted programs.

What is going on with STEAM at Burlington-Edison?

Burlington-Edison, along with twelve other rural school districts in Washington state is part of the RISE UP (Rural Initiative in STEAM Education and Undergraduate Preparation) and GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) grants setup by the University of Washington. The University of Washington GEAR UP Project is part of a national effort to help students from low-income families prepare for and succeed in higher education.

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Burlington-Edison School District
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B-ESD Non Discrimination/Equal Opportunity Statement

The Burlington-Edison School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The District will provide equal access to school facilities to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society. District programs will be free from sexual harassment. The Burlington-Edison School District offers many Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs/courses in the following areas: Agriculture Education; Business and Marketing; Family and Consumer Sciences; Health Sciences; Skilled and Technical Sciences; and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). For more information about CTE course offerings and admissions criteria, contact Kirk Hamilton, CTE Director, 927 E. Fairhaven Ave., WA 98233, 360-757-4074. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in CTE programs. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
> Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Jennifer Whitney, jwhitney@be.wednet.edu (360-757-3311)
> Title IX Coordinator, Jennifer Whitney, jwhitney@be.wednet.edu (360-757-3311)
> ADA Coordinator, Jeff Brown, jbrown@be.wednet.edu (360-757-3311)
> Section 504 Coordinator, Jeff Brown, jbrown@be.wednet.edu (360-757-3311)
Address: 927 E. Fairhaven Avenue, Burlington, WA 98233
Title IX Inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights (OCR): https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html. Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint: https://www.be.wednet.edu/page/b-esd-equity-and-nondiscrimination. The Burlington-Edison School District is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunity and treatment for all applicants and staff in recruitment, hiring, retention, assignment, transfer, promotion, and training. The District is a smoke-free/drug-free workplace.