For the 4th consecutive year, Midview Local Schools is proud to announce it has been recognized as a Project Lead the Way Distinguished District for its commitment to increasing student access, engagement, and achievement in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) programming. Midview is one of only 19 districts in the nation and one of two in Ohio to earn the honor for 2023-24.
PLTW is a nonprofit organization that develops STEM curricula for elementary, middle, and high schools across the U.S. Through PLTW programs, students develop STEM knowledge as well as in-demand, transportable skills they will use both in school and for the rest of their lives.
“We take great pride in our strong STEM programming and are always pleased to see how excited our students are to learn,” said Superintendent Dr. Bruce Willingham. “These classes provide countless opportunities for Middies of all ages to engage in critical thinking, problem-solving, and practical learning. The skills they learn are invaluable and will benefit them regardless of what career choices they make.”
All five Midview schools have also been recognized in their respective categories.
Midview North Elementary, Midview West Elementary, and Midview East Elementary join just 22 other Ohio schools as PLTW Distinguished Launch Schools. Under the Launch School program, PK-grade 5 students can tap into their exploratory nature, engaging in learning that feels like play.
Midview East Intermediate and Midview Middle School were two of only 12 Ohio schools to earn the PLTW Distinguished Gateway School award, expanding on the Launch design by providing more opportunities for students to engage, excite, and collaborate on STEM-centric projects.
Midview High School is one of only 12 Ohio high schools and 294 U.S. high schools to receive the Distinguished High School award, recognizing the school’s efforts in providing students broad access to transformative learning experiences in the areas of biomedical science and engineering.