Principal's Letter
Welcome to Nikola Tesla STEM High School!
Excellence in STEM education is our commitment. We pair rigorous academic concepts with real-world lessons, incorporate Problem-Based Learning (PBL), and equip our scholars to excel in STEM professions. Our students work on real solutions to real problems in the real world. We are about global scholarship and creating solutions for the common good.
To achieve these goals, our STEM curriculum is designed to inspire innovation and engage our scholars in rigorous academic content. We offer a wide range of learning opportunities, including Honors and Advanced Placement (AP) coursework, internships, practicums, and independent study programs.
· Foundation Years (9th-10th Grade): Our students develop essential skills in authentic research, primary source analysis, scientific investigation, the engineering design process, critical thinking, and collaboration within a PBL environment.
· Application Years (11th-12th Grade): As students advance, they work in partnership with faculty, college professors, industry experts, and community leaders to deepen their knowledge and pursue their interests in STEM fields. Our Signature STEM Lab courses provide opportunities for inquiry and research, allowing students to explore their own questions and champion their own ideas to the level of publication.
Additionally, we offer pathways in Engineering and Computer Science, available to students across all grade levels, which provides opportunities to develop a robust foundation in these STEM fields.
Our talented and dedicated faculty is deeply invested in integrating STEM literacy into every aspect of learning, ensuring our scholars master the skills and abilities necessary for college and university success. We strive to create a learning environment that enriches minds, sparks imagination, and encourages intellectual risk taking. We are immensely proud of our scholars and believe they can and will change the world.
Thank you for your interest in our vibrant learning community. We look forward to partnering with you as we continue to prepare and inspire the next generation of leaders.
With appreciation,
Amie Karkainen, Principal