The TEEC is a consortium of high tech industry executives and education leaders engaged in joint problem-solving on challenging workforce and education issues. TEEC pools the collective resources of its members and takes action, working with the entire K-16 education system to impact the quality of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education in central Texas.
Programs Supported & Coordinated by TEEC & Skillpoint Alliance
FIRST LEGO League (FLL) is a global program created to get kids excited about science and technology. Geared for ages 9-14, FLL utilizes theme-based Challenges to engage kids in research, problem solving, and engineering. In 2009 Skillpoint Alliance became the Official Central Texas FLL Partner. For questions concerning FLL and Skillpoint Alliance, contact Rachel Wilkinson at 512-323-6773 ext. 115.
Step Up! is a summer program for middle school students geared to spark interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers. Hands-on pronlem based learning encourages students to explore and have fun while mastering challenging concepts.
Velocity Prep is a program designed for high school students to work together as a mock company on a real project for a client company. Students research a problem, develop a solution and deliver a final presentation and professional report to the client and school officials.
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Hundreds of 9- to 14-year-olds participated in the Central Texas FIRST LEGO League (FLL) program thanks to the amazing support of parents, schools, mentors from local high tech companies, colleges and universities, and tons of volutneers. Students engaged in hands-on probelm solving with LEGO Robotics while researching real-world issues and creating their own solutions. "This event was amazing," an FLL student participant said. "My team had such a wonderful time. The energy and enthusiasm were unbelievable."
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