WHY INCOMING SHS STUDENTS MUST CHOOSE STEM STRAND

You and other entering Senior High School (SHS) students have the difficult task of selecting the appropriate strand that will position you for success in your future career as the new school year draws near. The STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) strand is ideal for you if you have a strong enthusiasm for math, science, and technology it should be the best strand for you.

 WHAT IS STEM?

•The STEM strand in SHS is an inquiry and research-based program. It exposes students to more complex mathematics and science concepts and aims to serve as a foundation for their future college degrees.

WHY SHOULD I CHOOSE STEM STRAND?

•This strand focuses more on mathematics and sciences which we can use for our everyday living. It is important because it interpenetrate every part of our lives. STEM activities provides hands-on and minds-on activities for the students. One of the benefits of STEM strand graduates is the diversity in job opportunities. Careers in STEM industries are always in-demand. Whether in the Philippines or abroad, Filipino professionals play an important part in the workforce.

ADVANTAGES OF TAKING STEM IN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 

•The STEM strand encompasses many subject matters compared with other SHS strands. Because of this, the. students are presented with many concepts and ideas that they can apply to their daily life as well as in their future studies.

•STEM gives curious students the skills to tackle problems confidently and facilitates a more positive feeling about learning, greater self-confidence in students, and diffuses negative biases that contribute to the growth of individuals who are curious, confident and take the initiative when dealing with challenges.

BENEFITS:

✓Add a little bit of Igniting Creativity

✓Cultivating Collaboration

✓Developing Strong Communication Skills

✓Nurturing Critical Thinking

✓Fueling Curiosity

✓Strengthening Cognitive Skills

✓Opening Doors to STEM Careers

✓Fostering Initiative

✓Cultivating Media Literacy

To those incoming SHS students if you have an interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, then STEM Strand is the best for you.