STEM Scholar Overview
Upon completion, Benton High School STEM Scholars will have a comprehensive foundational knowledge of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
- Science: From Honors Biology to Physics and Advanced Placement Chemistry, students will have the opportunity to study the sciences from the state-of-the-art facilities at Benton high School. During their senior year, students will also have the opportunity to enroll in the SMART program.
- Technology: In every core course and enrichment activity, students will experience integration of the latest technology. Students will also complete courses in business computer applications and computer programming (coming 2009-10).
- Engineering: Beginning in 2009-10 students will have the opportunity to enroll in the first-ever engineering application course at BHS. Students will also explore engineering through several enrichment opportunities via our partnership with the nationally recognize engineering school at Louisiana Tech.
- Mathematics: From Honors Algebra I to Advanced Placement Calculus AB, student will have a comprehensive and advanced understanding of mathematics and its relationship to science and engineering. Students will also have the opportunity to earn college credit thought the AP program.
