MEADOWVIEW MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL RECEIVES NATIONAL RECOGNITION FOR COMMITMENT TO EMPOWERING STUDENTS
Hollie Lyons
JUN 14, 2023
Meadowview Magnet Middle School announced today that it has been recognized as a 2022-23 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished School. It is one of 212 middle schools across the U.S. to receive this honor for providing broad access to transformative learning experiences for students through PLTW Gateway. PLTW is a nonprofit organization that serves millions of PreK-12 students and teachers in schools across the U.S.
Principal Colby Beamer commented on the recognition, “Meadowview Magnet Middle School is honored to be recognized as a PLTW Distinguished School for our outstanding STEM curriculum and commitment to career readiness. This achievement reflects our school's dedication to excellence in education. Through our innovative teaching methods and support from the SCS leadership team, we have ignited curiosity, fostered passion, and empowered our students to embrace the endless opportunities of the future. Today, we celebrate the collective efforts of our exceptional educators, motivated students, supportive community, and dedicated SCS leadership team. Together, we have equipped our students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the dynamic fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This recognition serves as a testament to our belief in the potential of every student and our commitment to nurturing their dreams. As a distinguished school, we will continue pushing boundaries, exploring new horizons, and preparing the leaders who will shape the future.“
The PLTW Distinguished School recognition honors schools committed to increasing student access, engagement, and achievement in their PLTW programs. To be eligible for the designation, Meadowview Magnet Middle School had to meet a variety of criteria such as a certain percentage of the student body participating in PLTW Gateway, participate in two or more units during their time at school, offer at least one PLTW Gateway unit at each grade level, and have strategies in place to ensure equitable access to students.
Have more than 50 percent of the student body participating during the 2021-22 school year;
Have 25 percent of students advancing to high school participate in two or more units during their time at the school;
Offer at least one PLTW Gateway unit at each grade level;
Have strategies in place that support reasonably proportional representation with regard to race, ethnicity, poverty, and/or gender.
Research shows that the middle grades play a pivotal role in influencing high school, college, and career success. During this transitional time, it’s crucial to provide students with access to relevant, engaging, and real-world learning experiences that illuminate the range of career paths and possibilities available to them. Whether designing an automated robotics system or solving a mysterious disease outbreak, PLTW Gateway students engage in critical and creative thinking, build teamwork skills, and develop a passion for and confidence in STEM subjects.
“We are proud to recognize Meadowview Magnet Middle School for their commitment to providing students with exceptional educational experiences while ensuring equitable access to PLTW programs,” said Dr. David Dimmett, PLTW President and CEO. "We congratulate them on this achievement and celebrate their important work empowering students with the knowledge and skills to succeed, not only in STEM subjects, but also more generally in life and career."
Meadowview Magnet Middle School is part of a community of PreK-12 schools, colleges and universities, and corporate and philanthropic partners across the country united around a passion for providing students with inspiring, engaging, and empowering learning opportunities. For more information about PLTW’s recognition program, visit pltw.org.