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Design Thinking Teachers
Jennene Bermodes
Assistant Principal
Science, Leadership
jennene.bermodes@cottonwoodk12.org
Crystal Mayer
English, Theater
crystal.mayer@cottonwoodk12.org
Kelsey Douglas
Social Studies, Model UN Advisor
kelsey.douglas@cottonwoodk12.org
Overview
Thinking gives students the opportunity to develop skills to be successful in a range of different fields—including designing, architecture, engineering, and business. Students will learn to understand the end-users, question hard-set assumptions, and redefine problems.
Course of Study within Design Thinking
9th Grade
NGSS: Integrated Physical Science
Math: Algebra 1
10th Grade
NGSS: Biology
Math: Geometry
Engineering Design
11th Grade
NGSS: Chemistry
Math: Algebra 2
Advanced Robotics
12th Grade
NGSS: Environmental Science (AP)
Math: Statistics (AP) or Pre-Calculus
Senior Seminar
Student Experience
Activities emphasize creating innovative solutions and testing them for tackling complex, unknown challenges. Students will participate in prototyping, robotics, mentorships, and internships.