Alief ISD “provides a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education where students learn to apply academic content by creatively solving real-world problems with innovative, design-based thinking, to prepare students for future career opportunities."

- Adapted from TEA STEM

About STEM at Horn Elementary School

Features of Horn's STEM Academy: 

• Advanced STEM Curriculum

• Blended Learning Approach

Contact Information

Maylen Goicoechea
Instructional Technology and Science Specialist & Horn STEM Academy Coordinator
Maylen Goicoechea

Eligibility: Current Horn 4th grade students are automatically accepted into the academy.

Not enrolled in Alief ISD but interested in the STEM Academy? Apply today!

Vision: To inspire the next generation to be service-oriented STEM field leaders.

Mission: Horn STEM Academy will:

• develop an integrated curriculum that provides opportunities for students to think critically and work collaboratively to solve real-world problems

• foster curiosity by connecting students with STEM professionals and immerse them with field experiences to inspire discovery

• build local and global partnerships to develop career skill sets and provide the necessary tools to advance in STEM careers

It’s always a great day for STEM at Horn. This fall all 4th grade students participated in our most recent PBL, where they designed an alarm system. Students learned about circuitry, conductors, insulators and coding in order to complete the project. 

Students in 3rd and 4th grade also participated in the Alief STEM/ UT Tyler Wind Turbine Blade Challenge. Students researched wind turbines and designed blades that were tested at UT Tyler by their STEM students. 

 In addition to these wonderful opportunities, students in all grade levels are given the opportunity to experience STEM projects in class. These projects center around the four C’s of 21st century learning. Communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity are skills that all of our Horn Cubs need! We love to provide opportunities throughout the learning process for students to grow and develop these crucial skills through collaborative projects.