osbourn park high school
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Osbourn Park High School
Specialty Program Information
December 3, 2020
Welcome to Osbourn Park
Introduction
Overview of OPHSOverview of Specialty Programs
PLTW Biomedical Sciences overviewCenter for Biotechnology and Engineering overview
Pre-Gov School Program Overview
OPHS Overview
• School of Excellence four years running
• Outstanding Fine and Performing Arts department. Blue Ribbon School
• 57 clubs and activities
– Robotics: FRC, VEX, SeaPerch
– Anima, Gaming Club
– Model UN
– Half credit Jazz Band
OPHS Overview
• ≈1250 of 2600 students transfer to OP for specialty program participation
• NJROTC program - Distinguished Unit with Academic Honors, nationally ranked
• OP graduates study across Virginia and at universities such as: Stanford, MIT, Princeton, Dartmouth, Colby, Clemson
• Since 2012 OP students have received over 32 military academy appointments and over 30 full ROTC scholarships
OPHS - A STEAM School
Pre-Governor’s School at
Osbourn Park
PLTW Biomedical
SciencesAutomotive Technology
Nursing
GS@IP Bound4 Year CollegeSTEAM Focus
Other Accreditation Pathway
2 Year CollegeVocational
Biotechnology & Engineering
Specialty Programs with a STEAM Focus
Can Also Complete
Can Also Complete
PLTW Biomedical Sciences Program
Osbourn Park High School
Lisamarie Kane, Principal
Lindsey Walton,
Administrative Coordinator
Project Lead the Way (PLTW)
Project Lead The Way: a leading provider of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) programs
– High-quality teacher professional development
– PLTW is helps students to develop the skills needed for success in a global economy
– At OPHS we offer two PLTW pathways: Engineering and Biomedical Sciences
PLTW Biomedical Science Programs
• Gainesville High School
– New for 2021-2022
• Battlefield
• Brentsville
• Unity Reid
• Patriot
• Osbourn Park High School
– All other schools
Why PLTW Biomedical Science?
• PLTW is a Career and Technical Education (CTE) program.
• Designed to introduce working skills and preparation for futures in college and careers in biomedical science.
• Project-based learning approach
– Student discovery
– Student independence
– Student-led inquiry
– Promotes teamwork
– Encourages students to become more inquisitive
Program Requirements & Highlights
• No prerequisites
• Students are encouraged to take higher level sciences
• Can be concurrent with Biotechnology courses
• Student Profile
– Inquisitive
– Interest in medicine, life sciences, health
– Self-driven/motivated
– Enjoys solving problems
• One class per year
– PBS
– HBS
– MI
– BI
• Flexibility in schedule
• Ability to take MI and BI concurrently (juniors/seniors)
• White Coat Ceremony
– Successful completion of all four courses
PLTW Coursework
Principles of Biomedical Sciences• This introductory course
prepares students for project-based learning through design, data analysis, and career exploration.
• Topics include: – Applied Biology– Forensics– Microbiology– Public Health
• Students develop skills in areas such as health, forensics, and biology.
Human Body Systems
• This course builds upon the previous course, going beyond basic anatomy and physiology, students discover relationships between body systems, focusing on homeostasis.
• Topics include:
– Introduction of all major body systems
– Health policy and advocacy
– Solving real-world medical scenarios
PLTW Coursework
Medical Interventions• Students will investigate the variety of
interventions involved in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease.
• They will explore how to:– Fight infections– Screen and evaluate our DNA code– Prevent, diagnose and treat cancer– Prevail when organs in the body
begin to fail.
• They will perform high-level labs including: ELISA, bacterial transformation, DNA testing, DNA microarray, building a model prosthetic, practicing suturing, and modeling laparoscopic surgery.
Biomedical Innovations
• This final course allows students to apply their previous knowledge to create, develop, and research innovations in science, medicine, and health.
• Focus is on discovering and creating solutions to current science, medicine, and health challenges.
• Topics include:
– Emergency room development
– Epidemiology
– Molecular Biology
– Students will develop and present a long-term research project
Automotive Technology
The Automotive Technology Program
includes three courses:
– Automotive Technology I
– Automotive Technology II
– Automotive Technology III
Students begin the sequence as
sophomores, so generally study a PLTW
Engineering course as freshmen.
Students may transfer to OP for
automotive technology as freshmen.
How to Apply
• Use the online specialty application for the following: Center for Biotechnology and Engineering, The Pre-Governor’s School at Osbourn Park, Project Lead the Way Biomedical Sciences, Automotive Technology
• An additional paper application for the Pre-Governor’s School at OP
• Lottery for Biotech & Engineering & PLTW Biomedical Sciences
– 200 - 1st Choice Biotech & Engineering
– 75 - 1st Choice PLTW Biomedical Sciences
Biotechnology CenterOsbourn Park High School
Lisamarie Kane, Principal
Lindsey Walton, Administrative Coordinator
What is your big idea?
The Biotechnology Center
• 905 students participate in the program
• 735 transfer students
• Students explore big ideas
• Students develop lab and science skills
• Students enjoy a range of coursework
There are currently 2600 students attending Osbourn Park High School
Biotech Pathway Requirements
• Advanced Studies Diploma with study in 3+
science disciplines
• Complete Biotech Science and Humanities
courses
• Study 7 science classes, with at least two at
the Advanced Placement level
• Earn 100 Biotechnology Hours of
experience or study in the field
Engineering Pathway Requirements
• Advanced Studies Diploma with study in
3+ science disciplines
• Complete Biotech Science and
Humanities courses in 9th, 10th grade
• Study of AP Calculus and AP Physics,
and one AP science course.
• The study of at least three engineering
electives with at least one at the AP level
• Earn 100 Engineering Hours in the field
Engineering Pathway
• PLTW Course Sequence
• Year 1 – Intro to Engineering
• Year 2 – Principles of Engineering
• Year 3 – Digital Electronics and/or Civil Engineering
• Year 4 - Capstone
• Current Capstone Projects Include:– Commercial airline
aerodynamics
– Improving packaging for commercial shipping
– Re-design of the charging cord for cell phone
– Preventing nitrates from draining into the Chesapeake watershed
Biotechnology and Engineering Courses
Sample Freshman Year
1 Pre-AP Biology *
2 Pre-AP English 9 *
3 Pre-AP World History I *
4 Pre-AP Geometry (or other math)
5 Foreign Language
6 Physical Education
7 Scientific Illustration (or other elective)
(Theater, Creative Writing, Chorus, Band, etc.)
What is your big idea?
A STEM Initiative
(Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)
Contact us: [email protected]
Ben Henken – PGS@OPHS Coordinator
Nicole Raquedan – Pre-Governors and Governors School Counselor
Join our Canvas course - https://pwcs.instructure.com/enroll/J6KEJ3
Canvas course will go live on November 1st
Advanced level courses in which students must synthesize information and apply knowledge
Projects based on student interests and talents
Positive learning environment, team-based learning
Prepares students for college and a 21st
Century workforce
Students study two math courses to complete Pre-Calculus with Trig for AB prior to 11th grade.
Students study all three science disciplines (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics) prior to 11th grade
Students will undergo technical writing preparation for science and research writing at GS@IP
A dedicated counselor will support Pre-Governor’s School students for four years
A community of like-minded students
Additional support and transition activities will be initiated to include GS@IP faculty
9th Grade Courses 10th Grade Courses
Pre-AP English 9** Pre-AP English 10**
Pre-AP World History I AP World History, AP European History, or World
History II
Pre-AP Biology** Pre-Calculus with Trig for AB**
Pre-AP Geometry Pre-AP Chemistry
Algebra II** Physics I**
Foreign Language* Foreign Language*
Elective/Fine Art Economics and Personal Finance or AP
Economics
9th grade Health/ PE (Virtual)* 10th grade Health/PE (Virtual)*
**Denotes a Pre-Governors School course
AP Capstone Seminar and/or technical writing module recommended
3 years of a single foreign language or 2 years of two separate languages is required for an advanced
studies diploma
➢ Complete online application through PWCS by February 1st
➢ The Pre-Governors School program must be indicated as your first choice
program.
➢ Complete the additional Pre-Governors School application through Canvas
➢ You can use the following URL to join the Canvas course
➢ https://pwcs.instructure.com/enroll/J6KEJ3
➢ Teachers should email recommendations directly to [email protected]
All application paperwork needs to be submitted through Canvas and needs
to be completed by February 1, 2021.
Students must submit a complete application packet:
A completed application form through PWCS
Two teacher recommendation forms (math and science teachers)
Information sheet: describing interest in research and experimentation
Student Essay
Within the application packet students should demonstrate:
An aptitude for advanced study
A record of strong academic performance
A curiosity about the STEM to include independent research/projects
Questions?
Visit the Pre-Governors School website through osbournparkhs.pwcs.edu
Email [email protected] with questions
Join the Pre-Governors School Application Canvas Course -
https://pwcs.instructure.com/enroll/J6KEJ3