Innovation & STEM Program

SCIENCE COURSE PATHWAYS FOR STUDENTS WITH STEM INTEREST

Path	Freshman	Sophomore	Junior	Senior	Recommended
Elective classes designed for students with an interest in STEM fields (science, technology, engineering & math) *Students may take each class once	Robotics & Engineering Intro to Coding	Robotics & Engineering Hn Robotics & Engineering 2 Intro to Coding AP Computer Science Principles	Robotics & Engineering Hn Robotics & Engineering 2 Intro to Coding AP Computer Science Principles AP Computer Science A	Robotics & Engineering Hn Robotics & Engineering 2 Intro to Coding AP Computer Science Principles AP Computer Science A	Robotics competitive team STEM Distinction Program Biotechnology Certificate Program

CLICK HERE for STEM Course Descriptions within our Science Department.

MATH COURSE PATHWAYS FOR STUDENTS WITH STEM INTEREST

Freshman

Sophomore

Junior

Senior

Designed for students with an interest in STEM majors or careers

Geometry or Honors Geometry

*Algebra 2/Trig or Honors Algebra 2/Trig

*PreCalculus or Honors PreCalculus

Calculus or AP Calculus AB or Statistics or AP Statistics

Algebra 2/Trig or Honors Algebra 2/Trig

*PreCalculus or Honors PreCalculus

Calculus or

AP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BC or AP Statistics

*Offered over the summer for Credit Advancement

CLICK HERE for STEM Course Descriptions within our Mathematics Department.

CP - Designates College Prep level is offered
HN - Designates Honors level is offered
PR - Designates Principles level is offered
AP - Designates Advanced Placement level is offered
DE - Designates that the course may be taken as Dual Enrollment (with a pairing course)
* - Indicates the course may be taken for advance,ent over Summer School at Mater Dei to move ahead in the pathways.

MEET OUR EDUCATORS

Mrs. Kali Gomez '01 Science Department Chair/Teacher

Email Kali Gomez '01
Ms. Marla Utley Science Teacher

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Mr. Daniel Zanone Science Teacher/Robotics Team Coach

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OUR PARTNERS

Mater Dei's STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) program nurtures curious minds, empowering students to become innovative problem-solvers and compassionate leaders. From robotics and coding to environmental science and engineering, our students engage with real-world challenges through state-of-the-art labs, interdisciplinary projects, and partnerships with industry professionals.

Guided by dedicated faculty, our program integrates faith and reason, helping students see how science and technology can serve humanity and contribute to the greater good. Explore how our STEM program equips students with the skills, knowledge, and moral foundation needed to thrive in an ever-changing world:

Variety of course pathways and electives offer students a tailored experience based on specific interest or field
Students can earn a Biotechnology Certificate of Proficiency making them eligible to work in a biotechnology lab after graduating from MD.
STEM Distinction Program recognizes graduates with high achievement in STEM upon graduation
Robotics course and competitive team