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Applied STEM Endorsement

The Applied STEM program is a gateway to industry, preparing students to make a global impact in the fields of science, math, engineering, medicine and technology.

Program Goals

"So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them."

Genesis 1:27

In a Christ-centered environment, the Applied STEM program prepares students to discover, innovate, and impact their community. Each student pursues an individually calibrated course of curricular and co-curricular activities focused on their interests differentiating them from their peers as they approach college admissions. Their experience in the program emphasizes applied knowledge through individual projects, local and national competitions, student-led clubs, expert lectures, career shadow opportunities, and service.

  • Discover: Students interact with a diverse array of STEM fields and topics 
  • Innovate: Students are afforded authentic opportunities to apply their knowledge, design, and create
  • Impact: Students see their role as a leader in making a positive impact on their community
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Innovation starts here. Discover how Valor students are bringing STEM learning to life.

Applied STEM Requirements

Completing the STEM Endorsement

Each endorsement program at Valor includes a component of coursework, service, experiential engagement, and a capstone project. Experiential Units (EUs) are how the program measures experiential engagement. EUs can be acquired by; club and competition participation, advanced coursework, attending guest lectures, dedicated service experiences, etc.

Below you will find the requirements for earning a STEM endorsement. 

Required Courses (1 credit total): 

  • Honors STEM Capstone (1 credit)

Experiential Units: Must complete a total of 7 EUs from the list below

  • Any STEM Club (0.5 EU per semester of participation)
  • STEM Elective course (0.5 EU per semester-long class)
  • Advanced Placement and/or Dual Credit STEM course (1 EU per year of study)
  • Participation or attendance in STEM Endorsement Night (0.25 EU)
  • Lecture series—external or internal speakers (0.25 EU per lecture attended)
  • STEM Discovery or volunteer opportunity (0.5 EU – 1 EU)

Service: Required to complete Valor's 100 service hours

Capstone Project: Required

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Endorsement Programs

Need a more in-depth look at our endorsement programs? Look through the different programs we offer our students to discover the best option for them. Students should start seriously considering their program their sophomore year.

Applied STEM

The Valor Applied STEM program is a gateway to industry, preparing high school students to make a global impact in the fields of science, math, engineering, medicine and technology. We are able to provide each STEM student with custom instruction.

Biblical Leadership

This program includes enhanced requirements within Bible courses, practical service, experiential engagement in a defined ministry/ leadership context, and a final capstone project/ presentation that stands separately from their senior presentation.

Business

This program provides students with a full array of business courses, experiential learning opportunities, competitions, and projects to build a business acumen that will be prepared for university work. Students are focus their learning around marketing, management, or finance.

Humanities

The humanities endorsement offers students an intellectually rigorous course of study and praxis that weaves together traditional humanities subject areas, including English, history, theology, and classical languages, into an integrated, multi-year program. 

Conservatory For The Arts

A unique endorsement program that combines individualized, exceptional arts training in Performing Arts, Visual Arts, or Media Arts. Consisting of a six-credit major, private lessons and master classes.