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Exposing More Students to STEM, Computer Science, and CTE

With Learning Blade you can easily integrate STEM, CS, and CTE concepts into a child's education. Appropriate for grades 5-9, Learning Blade provides 12 "missions" that contextualize learning and engage all students, including underrepresented and special populations, while reinforcing academic standards. Each of our lessons and resources is indexed so you can see what state standards are being met.

With over 100 careers and 400 lessons in the specific contexts of science, math, English and social studies included, Learning Blade provides the perfect supplemental materials to integrate STEM, CS, and CTE into core courses or be used as a stand alone program (implemented before school, after school, through the counselors office, and more).
Contact Us To Get Started! View Mission Overviews

"We have found Learning Blade to be a strong career exploration tool for our middle school students. Its engaging and interactive activities, alignment with standards, and user-friendly design makes it an ideal tool for introducing students to STEM careers. This is a valuable resource."

- Margie Vandeven, Commissioner of Education, Missouri

A Complete Toolbox Including

New! Introduction to AI Module

From the wheel to the printing press and all the way to the internet, we can mark human history through some key innovations. There's the world before and the world after. AI technologies are surely another one of those innovations, and the world isn't going to be the same. But what exactly is Artificial Intelligence? Most of us have a vague sense, but that vague understanding isn't going to prepare us for the many ways AI will affect our lives. In this course, students will take a walk through the world of AI. They'll learn what it is, how it works, what it's already doing for people, and where it will take us in the future.

Want to learn more? Tune in to our on-demand webinar, The Importance of Educating Students on the Impact of AI.

Introduction to Coding Module

This 20-hour course provides everything you need to introduce students to computer science and real, text-based computer programming for middle school.

Includes online lessons, group classroom activities, and complete lesson plans for guiding students through authentic coding experiences. Topics include:

Computer hardware and software

Simple algorithms and common statements

Offline algorithm games

Beginning programming

Creating a simulated mobile app

Concepts of cybersecurity and personal security

Exploring common IT careers

Learn More

"Computer Science was so foreign to me, but now I feel like I can do this thanks to my training on Learning Blade "Intro. to Coding" resources!"
-Nichelle Ruffin, 7th grade ELA Teacher, MNPS, Tennessee

Why Use Learning Blade?

Announcing Learning Blade 2023-24 Educators of the Year
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2024-25 SC Regional Career Specialist Team

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2024-25 SC Department of Education Work-Based Learning Implementation Guide

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SC Work-Based Learning Career Ready Road Map

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SC Rural Water Association Pre-Apprenticeship Opportunities

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2023 SC Work-Based Learning and Career Readiness Qualifier Presentation

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Pro Football Hall of Fame Youth & Education Program/Resources

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The Pro Football Hall of Fame Youth & Education Department is committed to inspiring youth around the world. Programs provide inspiration and encourage young people to achieve Hall of Fame success on and off the field. Our BEST work will yield a new generation of character, courage and compassion. The objective is to create young men and women of nobility, integrity and honor who are inclusive of all races and religions and prepared to respect, and, if necessary, defend, those who are weaker or different than themselves. This future generation shall make families stronger, communities closer, companies more competitive, our country greater and the world a better place to live. It will be a positive and passionate generation of perseverance, excellence and love.

For more information contact our Youth & Education Team at [email protected]

You can sign up to receive our Youth & Education email newsletters by clicking on the button below.

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Professional Growth for Educators- Soft Skills training

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The SC School Behavioral Health Academy is being developed in recognition of the significant accomplishments of John H. Magill, former State Director of the Department of Mental Health, who has played an instrumental and continuing role in developing effective child, adolescent and school mental health programs in our state, earning national acclaim.

In addition to instrumental support provided to this project by former state director of the South Carolina Department of Mental Health (DMH), John Magill, please note this work builds from more than a decade of support and guidance from DMH on effective school behavioral health programming, and the SCSBHA team is grateful for the past and ongoing support from DMH as a national leader on mental health in schools.

Psychology faculty at the University of South Carolina (UofSC) are creating the John H. Magill SC School Behavioral Health Academy (SBHA), a community of learning that will help schools build positive campus cultures and enhance mental health services to students.

The SBHA will train personnel in creating safe schools, responding to crises, science-based approaches to counseling, whole-school approaches to preventing mental health and behavioral problems, among many other topics. Training experiences and coaching will evolve based on the preferences and needs of SC communities, which are being assessed through a statewide needs assessment.

Supported by a $3.2 million grant from the SC Department of Health and Human Services, the SBHA complements recent state regulation changes designed to increase the number of mental health counselors supporting SC Schools.

Check back with often for updates to our page such as Academy resources and opportunities to connect to the Academy Community of Practice!

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SCSBHA | South Carolina School Behavioral Health Academy | The SBHA will train personnel in creating safe schools, responding to crises, science-based approaches to counseling, whole-school approaches to preventing mental health and behavioral problems, among many other topics. Training experiences and coaching will evolve based on the preferences and needs of SC communities, which are being assessed through a statewide needs assessment.

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Explore the technology of Amazon’s Fulfillment Centers

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1. Select and register for your chat:

Option 1: Career Panels - open to public
Come hear a panel of Amazon professionals share their experience around a certain topic. Panels are one hour long, live, interactive, and open to everyone - teacher, classroom, or public viewer. Panels last 1 hour.

Day in the Life of Software Development Engineer

Meet several of Amazon's software development engineers (SDE's). They'll share their career journey into computer science, and give you a glimpse into their daily work life. (60 min)
Wednesday 10/6 at 2:00 ET
Register Now

Day in the Life of a User Experience (UX) Designer

Learn all about what UX (User Experience) Designers do at Amazon! On this panel you'll meet some of our most creative and artistic employees, who use their design skills to enable Amazon technology and create great customer experiences. (60 min)
Thursday 10/7 at 12:30 PM ET
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Reflections from Amazon Student Interns

Meet our Amazon Future Engineer Scholar Interns who each received scholarship to pursue computer science degrees and just completed their first paid summer at Amazon. Scholars will share about their personal journey from high school to college, and a bit about what it is like to enter the tech industry. (60 min)
Thursday 9/30 at 12:00 PM ET
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FIRST Transportation Panels:

Amazon Future Engineer is the Global Sponsor of FIRST LEGO League for the 2021-22 season. The following panels are open to all and are designed to assist FIRST teams with their research for this competition season. (60 min)

Amazon Transportation 101
Students will meet experts from each part of our transportation process ("Global, First, Middle and Last Mile") and discover what each speaker and their team do each day to make sure customer orders are delivered safely and correctly. (60 min)
Wednesday 9/29 at 3:00 PM ET

Transportation for Good
Students will meet Amazonians who lead work to help communities by leveraging Amazon's transportation networks. Each speaker will present who they are, what they do, and a bit about the logistics that enable them to do good with transportation. (60 min)
Wednesday 10/13 at 6:00 PM ET

Option 2: Individual Class Chat - for teachers
Looking for a more intimate and customized classroom experience? Teachers can request to connect their class directly with an Amazon Professional for a career talk and Q&A.

During the Individual Classroom Chat, your guest speaker will present their career journey and work experience (~20 minute presentation) and will then open the floor for of Q&A. (~40 minutes total).

Teachers can instantly book an Individual Class Chat today at our currently available dates and times. Select your date and time, download your calendar invite, and we will see you on GoToWebinar when show time arrives! You'll be joined by only 2-5 other classrooms to ensure an intimate experience that answers all your students questions.

InstaBook Now

If the provided dates/times do not work for your schedule, request a Custom Class Chat using the button below. We will pair your class with a volunteer at your requested time and coordinate with you via email. These are available on a first come, first served basis.
Request a Custom Class Chat

For all Class Chats (Panel, Instabook, and Custom), be sure to utilize the Teacher Toolkit for lesson plans, worksheets, and slide decks to prepare your class for the best experience possible!

Computer Science Education Week (December 6-12, 2021)

Want to stay updated on offerings for CS Ed Week? Sign up for our interest list and we will be in touch!
Get Updates

2. Prepare for Your Class Chat

More ways to explore with Amazon Future Engineer

Ready to take your computer science education to the next level? Try out these other computer science activities by yourself or with your class.

For the Public Panel Class Chats, we utilize GoToWebinar. It runs in browser, so you will not need to download anything prior to the chat. Use this system check to make sure GoToWebinar is not blocked at your school.
For Individual Class Chats, it depends:
- If you directly booked an available chat, the meeting will take place on GoToWebinar. Use this system check to make sure GoToWebinar will work at your school.
- If you submitted a custom request, you can choose the video conference system you prefer! You will own the calendar invite and can include your link. If you don't have a conference system, your volunteer can set a meeting up for your class on Amazon Chime.

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Be Pro Be Proud is bringing a new generation of pride, progress, and professionals to Arkansas’s skilled workforce.

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Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina

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My CTE Story // Culinary Arts, Hospitality and Tourism

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My CTE Story // Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

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Micro Career Bursts Virtual Job Shadowing Listings

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South Carolina Career & Technical Education // Experience Film

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Classroom posters can foster student learning and generate excitement. In appreciation of your hard work, we're offering free posters and interactive activities. Use our downloadable posters and infographics to generate discussions about a variety of topics related to our skills training tools.
Topics include:

Agriculture

Career and Technical Education

Child Abuse Prevention

Geriatric Sensitivity Training

Health Care Careers

Soft Skills

Teen Pregnancy Prevention

Welding

And more...

Click here to gain access to our free posters and interactive activities: Access Posters and Infographics

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Teen Workplace Safety and Health Social Media Toolkit 2021

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Business and Industry engagement in South Carolina Career and Technical Education programs is significant in providing workplace relevancy for our future workforce - our students. State leaders, educators, and business/industry collaborations play a critical role in developing, implementing and promoting policies and strategies to ensure CTE is responsive to the needs of learners and the economy. CTE is vital to ensuring there is a strong talent pipeline of skilled workers.

Importance of CTE to Business and Industry

CTE is most successful through partnership with business and industry to design and provide high quality, dynamic programs.

CTE helps our state and nation meet the challenges of economic development, student achievement and global competitiveness.

CTE is aligned with the interests of business and industry-and the interests of our nation.

CTE programs in secondary and postsecondary institutions are developing South Carolina's and America's most valuable resource-its people; helping them gain the skills, technical knowledge, academic foundation and real-world experience they need to prepare for in-demand, high-skill, high-wage careers.

CTE courses help students explore, select, and define a career or field of interest, and support students learning soft skills that are highly prized by the job market.

Resources and Additional Information

SC Business and Industry Toolkit- National and State resource links to connect Business and Industry to CTE.

SC CTE by the Numbers - CTE enrollment data and program completion data.

Business and Industry SC CTE Engagement Opportunities - Resource links and overview of how Business and Industry can get involved with SC CTE Programs.

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The nationally recognized career clusters are represented by these South Carolina-specific documents. These guides support efforts by school guidance personnel, career specialists, students, and parents as course-taking choices and career decision making activities take place.

You are encouraged to use the 16 editions of Pathways to Success that have been created for South Carolina students - each of which focuses on one of our state's 16 career clusters - as part of your local career program.

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Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSO) develop, in students, essential skills for success such as learning, thinking, communication, technology, and interpersonal skills. They help students gain a positive image through competitive skills events, leadership development, and service learning projects. Students with exposure to CTSOs serve their communities and nation and gain a competitive edge in the workforce.

The National FFA Organization
Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
Program Contact: Billy Keels ( wkeels@clemson.edu)

"It's definitely not your father's FFA" is a recurring theme for the largest Career and Technical Student Organization in South Carolina. Over 4500 students take advantage of contests that test skills ranging from Equine Science to Floriculture. Students can seek leadership positions in the FFA well into their postsecondary years and often do so at Clemson University, home of SC FFA. Competitions are held yearly statewide with the culminating event the summer conference in June.

Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)
Business, Management, and Administration
Program Contact: Dana Depew ( ddepew@ed.sc.gov), Ross Jones ( rjones@scfbla.org)

FBLA Business competencies are demonstrated through skill and leadership events sponsored by SC FBLA. As the second largest Career and Technical Student Organization in South Carolina, FBLA is represented in comprehensive high schools and technology centers across South Carolina and serves over 2000 members. The state association sponsors district and state level events that for many years have produced top ten national winners. The South Carolina association has also produced national leaders in FBLA such as the national treasurer in 1996-1997 and the national president in 2000-2001 and 2019-2020.

Business Professionals of America (BPA)
Business Management and Administration
Program Contact: Dana Depew ( ddepew@ed.sc.gov), Dawn Coker ( dcoker@chesterfieldschools.org)

The mission of Business Professionals of America is to contribute to the preparation of a world-class workforce through the advancement of leadership, citizenship, academic, and technological skills and to help students pursue careers in business management, office administration, information technology and other related career fields. https://bpa.org/

Family, Career and Community Leaders of America, Inc. (FCCLA)
Human Services
Hospitality & Tourism
Education & Training
Arts, AV Technology, and Communications
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Program Contact: Eleanor Glover, PhD ( eglover@ed.sc.gov), Ginger Hill ( scfccla.hill@gmail.com)

Because South Carolinians view the family and nutrition as fundamentals to the survival of the state and nation, it is no small wonder that SC FCCLA has the support of secondary schools and culinary art institutions. The organization was introduced to the state in the early 1900's and continues to support curriculum in the Family and Consumer sciences. State advisors and officers coordinate the yearly culinary arts competitions and leadership events in SC FCCLA.

Educators Rising
Education (Teaching and Related Education Careers)
Program Contact: Eleanor Glover, PhD ( eglover@ed.sc.gov)
Albert L. Jones III, MEd (Primary Email: AJones@thescea.org; Google Email: ed.albertjones@gmail.com)

Educators Rising is transforming how America develops aspiring teachers. Starting with high school students, Educators Rising provides passionate young people with hands-on teaching experience, sustains their interest in the profession, and helps them cultivate the skills they need to be successful educators. The result is a pipeline of accomplished teachers who are positioned to make a lasting difference - not only in the lives of their students, but also in the field of teaching more broadly.

Every teacher should enter the profession with the necessary skills. Educators Rising is a powerful way to help communities grow the next generation of well-prepared teachers.

FIRST South Carolina
Information Technology
Science, Technology, engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
Program Contacts: Steven Watterson, swatterson@ed.sc.gov at 864-386-1283
Dr. Trish Hayner, Trish.Hayner@FIRSTSouthCarolina.org

FIRST South Carolina (dba South Carolina FIRST LEGO League & Robotics Education, Inc) supports the development of future scientists and engineers through robotics and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education. First is the Affiliate Partner in South Carolina for FIRST LEGO League.

First South Carolina works with South Carolina school districts, individual schools, teachers, parents and community groups to provide support needed to effectively and provocatively teach K-12 STEM through the implementation of FIRST programs. First engages in education through professional development, enrichment activities for students, and public advocacy - all designed to engage and inspire students in STEM fields. https://www.firstsouthcarolina.org

Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)
Health Science
Program Contact: Angel Clark ( aclark@ed.sc.gov)

The health care profession continues to provide professional development for those hands that care for the nation's populace. In South Carolina, HOSA is dedicated to providing learning experiences for those students who have interest in the health occupations. With membership at the secondary schools, career centers, and postsecondary institutions, SC HOSA includes five regions that serve a membership of over 1500 students, teachers, and administrators. Hospital administrators, faculty, and other business partners comprise the state executive council.

DECA
Marketing
Program Contact: Dana Depew ( ddepew@ed.sc.gov), Ginger Hill ( scdeca.hill@yahoo.com)

An Association of Marketing Students supports the Marketing Education curriculum. Students enjoy competitions grounded in marketing theory and application. The association sponsors 36 leadership and skill competitions ranging from DECA Quiz Bowl to Marketing Research Event with competitors from all over the state. The DECA association in South Carolina has over 1900 members, and state winners continuously taking honors in national competitions. https://www.deca.org/

National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
Science, Technology, engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
Information Technology
Program Contact: Dominick Sanders, dsanders@ed.sc.gov

Throughout its history, NSBE has had an incredible journey of successes and has been supported by the likes of Shirley Chisolm, the first Black woman to run for President of the United States in 1979, and launching its first international chapter in London, England in 1992. It has grown from six (6) founding members to over 30,000 at its height, and from one (1) chapter to more than 790 chapters. As the guiding principles suggest and as the logo symbolizes, then to now, NSBE members continue to have a burning desire (flame) to achieve engineering excellence and have a striking impact (lightning bolts) on society and industry for generations to come (torch).

Skills USA
Architecture and Construction
Arts, AV Technology, and Communications
Manufacturing
Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
Program Contacts: SCSkillsUSA Executive Director, Madison Kenney ( mkenney@skillsusasc.org), B.T. Martin ( btmartin@ed.sc.gov) & Steven Watterson ( swatterson@ed.sc.gov)

SkillsUSA is a national membership association serving high school, college and middle school students who are preparing for careers in trade, technical, skilled service occupations, including health occupations. SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. SkillsUSA helps each student excel. ( www.skillsusa.org or www.scskillsusa.org)

In South Carolina, Skills USA coordinates state competitions that support the curriculum of all 16 Career Clusters in the National Career Clusters Framework. Over 70 events allow students to demonstrate skills and competencies in such areas as welding auto mechanics, cosmetology, and computer-assisted drafting. The South Carolina association enjoys the support of business partners that host state and local competitions by supplying necessary materials and scholarships.

Technology Student Association (TSA)
Scientific Research and Engineering
Program Contacts: TSA State Director, Tammy Vaught ( tammy.vaught@clarendon3.org), B.T. Martin ( btmartin@ed.sc.gov) & Steven Watterson ( swatterson@ed.sc.gov)

The South Carolina Technology Student Association (SCTSA) is for all students that are interested in STEM. SCTSA chapters prepare students to be successful inventors, designers, creative problem solvers, responsible citizens and leaders in a technological society! The mission of the Technology Student Association is to prepare its membership for the challenges of a dynamic world by promoting technological literacy, leadership, and problem solving skills, resulting in personal growth and opportunities. There are over 70 different competitions from where students can compete with others. There is something for everyone. Some of the competitions include website design, dragster design, biotechnology and more! Students that get through the State Conference are able to move to the National Conference. ( www.tsaweb.org or www.southcarolinatsa.org)

VEX Robotics
Information Technology
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
Program Contacts: Steven Watterson, swatterson@ed.sc.gov; Ashley Phipps, Ashley_phipps@roboticseducation.org; Ryan Osweiler, ryan_Osweiler@roboticseducation.org

Robotics is not only the future, it is also the present. By familiarizing students with programming, sensors, and automation, they hone critical computational thinking skills needed to succeed in both the 21st century's workforce and in everyday life. Beyond science and engineering principles, VEX Robotics solutions encourage creativity, teamwork, leadership, passion, and problem-solving among groups. That's why VEX is committed to advancing robotics education as leaders in STEM, making it easy to implement and being your partner along the way! https://www.vexrobotics.com/

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Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSO) develop, in students, essential skills for success such as learning, thinking, communication, technology, and interpersonal skills. They help students gain a positive image through competitive skills events, leadership development, and service learning projects. Students with exposure to CTSOs serve their communities and nation and gain a competitive edge in the workforce.

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Every High Schooler in America should watch this trade career video!!

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Kudos to American Home Shield and what they are doing to shine light on skilled trade opportunities - https://www.ahs.com/skilledtrades/Learn more about the ...

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SC High School Credential-Work Experience Toolkit

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South Carolina High School Credential Coursework and Assessments

The course of study that leads to the South Carolina High School Credential includes:

4 English

4 Math

2 Science

2 Social studies

4 Employability Education

1 PE / Health (or equivalent)

1 Technology

6 Electives

The Student Career Portfolio is designed to be an on-going assessment of the student's progress through the South Carolina Credential.

The SKEMA-SC is an assessment that will demonstrate the student's acquisition of general employability skills necessary for competitive employment.

Work Experience Toolkit

The purpose of this Work Experience Toolkit is to provide practitioners with useful tools designed to assist with successful implementation of the work experience requirement of the South Carolina High School Credential.

SC Career Guidance Best Practices

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Resources - South Carolina High School Credential

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South Carolina High School Credential Coursework and Assessments The course of study that leads to the South Carolina High School Credential includes: 4 English 4 Math 2 Science 2 Social studies 4 Employability Education 1 PE / Health (or equivalent) 1 Technology 6 Electives The Student Career Portfolio is designed to be an on-going assessment of the student's progress through the South Carolina Credential.

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SC ETV Career Guidance Video Series by Career Cluster

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SC ETV Career Guidance Video Series by Career Cluster

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Visit the South Carolina Department of Education for Career Clusters standards. Take a quick look at all Career Education series on Knowitall.org

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SC Comprehensive School Counseling and Career Guidance Model