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First RoboticsUnderwater ROV

VEX RoboticsMath Competitions

Quiz Bowl College Visits

Field TripsGuest SpeakersSMT Advisories

Social Gatherings

SCI-MA-TECH students also visit colleges and businesses, hear from speakers, conduct authentic research, complete an internship, and participate in extracurricular activities.

• Research presented at the Northern Michigan Mathematics, Engineering and Science Symposium and other state and national science fairs

• Participation in national competitions such as the American Math Contest, the USA Biology Olympiad, and the U.S. National Chemistry Olympiad

• FIRST Robotics Competition, underwater ROV building competition

SCI-MA-TECH alumni attend colleges such as United States Naval Academy, West Point, University of Michigan, Michigan State University, Grand Valley State University, Rose-Hulman Institute and Michigan Tech. 

For more information, contact SCI-MA-TECH Principal Heidi Skodack at 231.933.3591.Re

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Traverse City Area Public Schools’ enhanced science, math and technology program called SCI-MA-TECH (SMT) is designed to inspire and challenge students through an individualized and integrated curriculum. The rigorous coursework engages students through participation in exciting and innovative explorations designed to fully prepare them for success in post-secondary education and beyond. 

Application-based, highly competitive program

Project-based learning, based on student interest areas

Unique classes taught by outstanding teachers

Students pursue passions with support and encouragement of SCI-MA-TECH staff

Conduct authentic research using state of the art equipment

SCI-MA-TECH is based at Traverse City Central High School. Students join as freshmen (apply in 8th grade) and participate in the program for four years earning one full credit each year in math, science and technology. 

Student name: Cooper Nordeen

Age: 16

Project name: Automated Aquaponics

Objective: To develop an automated and symbiotic aquaponics system using Michigan-native fish to organically grow flowers, herbs, and vegetables in a soil-less system.

STEM principles: Planning, engineering/design/revisions, construction/skilled trades, teamwork with local business, government and community partners, computer programming, nutrient and water flow rate control, light spectrum automation with high pressure sodium and LED lights.

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9th GRADE

Science: SMT Honors Biology

Math*: Accelerated SMT Geometry

Technology: (1) Measurement & Instrumentation, (2) Engineering Problem Solving

10th GRADE

Science: SMT Honors Chemistry

Math*: Accelerated SMT Algebra II

Technology: (1) Advanced CADD, (2) Advanced Scientific Research

11th GRADE

Science: SMT Honors Physics

Math*: Accelerated SMT Trigonometry / PreCalculus 

Technology: (1) Programming / Simulations / Robotics, (2) Summer Internship

12th GRADE

Science: AP Chemistry or AP Biology or NMC Physics

Math*: AP Calculus AB or BC, AP Statistics

Technology: Electives available, AP Computer Science (online), NMC Technology Classes 

TOTAL CREDITS | 4.0 SMT Science Credits • 4.0 SMT Math Credits • 3.0 SMT Technology Credits*Math course is based on credit received in middle school math or Test Out. 

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SCI-MA-TECH helps prepare high school students to be more competitive in post-secondary education.

“Symposium projects allow students to explore their areas of interest at a deep level. They are the culmination of a SCI-MA-TECH student’s learning and an opportunity to both apply and showcase it.”

- Justin Sorenson, Teacher

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