East Lake Middle School Academy of Engineering

East Lake Middle School Academy of Engineering offers rigorous academic courses based upon the Project Lead The Way (PLTW) - Gateway To Technology (GTT) program. The knowledge students gain and the skills they build from the PLTW - GTT program will create a strong foundation in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM), encouraging their success in future academic endeavors.

Our Academy of Engineering:

*Strengthens the core curriculum (English, science, social studies, math)
*Offers a pre-engineering, technical career-based and High School preparatory program.
*Creates a dynamic partnership between the local community, industry and East Lake or any other PCS High School.

High Student Expectations:

*Understand technology as a tool for problem solving.
*Understand the scientific process, engineering problem solving and the application of technology, engineering programs and technical careers.
*Understanding technological systems as they interface with other systems.
*Use of mathematics principles in their application to problem solving.
*Communicate effectively using reading,writing, listening and speaking skills.
*Demonstrate the ability to be creative, leading to innovation. Innovation drives our economy.