BCM announces STEM+M program in Midland ISD
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²ÝÁñÉçÇøÈë¿Ú's Center for Educational Outreach has entered into an agreement with the (MISD) to create a district-wide STEM+M (science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine) pathway to help prepare middle and high school students for their future careers in the health and biomedical science fields. Starting August 2025, students in the STEM+M pathway will be equipped with engaging, inquiry-based STEM+M courses and learning opportunities that will foster long-term interest.
Development of the new programs is being made possible by a generous grant from the located in Midland. Baylor's Center for Educational Outreach faculty and educators will develop and adapt the STEM+M health and science curriculum materials and support MISD educators teaching these new courses with ongoing professional development workshops and coaching meetings.
District-wide, seventh and eighth grade students in the STEM+M pathway will develop their bioscience knowledge, problem-solving skills and career awareness with courses such as Neuroscience (seventh grade) and Principles of Biosciences – Biotechnology (eighth grade). High school students in the STEM+M pathway can select a specialized STEM+M program of study that will include a series of in-depth related courses grouped by interest or skill set to align with their four-year degree plan.
"The expanding STEM+M workforce requires early learner engagement with STEM+M curriculum and experiences that connect them to high-wage, in-demand STEM+M careers," said Dr. Matthew Blank, assistant professor in the Center for Educational Outreach. "Through this collaboration with MISD, we are continuing to engage young learners in STEM+M topics early in their academic journeys to increase their STEM+M skills that can apply to all subject areas."
BCM STEM+M pathways also have been implemented across Texas at select campuses in Corpus Christi ISD, Stafford Municipal School District and Houston ISD at the ²ÝÁñÉçÇøÈë¿Ú Academy at James D. Ryan Middle School, ²ÝÁñÉçÇøÈë¿Ú Biotech Academy at Rusk Middle School and the Michael E. DeBakey High School for Health Professions.