Why Ellis County Needs Nova STEAM Academy
The Need for Nova STEAM Academy
Partnership with Local Districts
Partnership with Local Districts
- No dedicated STEAM middle school currently exists in Ellis County.
- Local scholars lag behind Texas averages in STEM career readiness and industry certifications.
- Early exposure to STEAM fields during middle school triples the likelihood of pursuing STEM careers.
- Ellis County’s rapid population and business growth demand a skilled, tech-savvy workforce.
Partnership with Local Districts
Partnership with Local Districts
Partnership with Local Districts
Nova STEAM Academy is not a competitor—it is an innovative partner. Opportunities for collaboration with WISD include:
• Dual-Credit & CCMR: Joint programs with WISD high schools for advanced coursework and industry certifications.
• Shared Events: STEAM expos, robotics competitions, and science fairs open to all Ellis County students.
• Teacher Training: Offering STEAM professional development for districts and partner district educators.
• Resource Sharing: Co-use of facilities for after-school programs or labs.
Community Impact
Partnership with Local Districts
A STEAM-focused charter school can raise CCMR scores by embedding:
• Expands access to high-quality STEAM education for underserved and rural students. • Builds a pipeline of workforce-ready graduates for Ellis County industries (technology, healthcare, manufacturing).
• Creates mentorship and internship opportunities through local business partnerships. • Strengthens regional economic growth by preparing students for innovation-driven careers.
A STEAM-focused charter school can raise CCMR scores by embedding:
A STEAM-focused charter school can raise CCMR scores by embedding:
A STEAM-focused charter school can raise CCMR scores by embedding:
- Traditional schools often lack integrated science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) programming.
- Nova’s curriculum is project-based, interdisciplinary, and future-focused—students solve real problems using creative design and critical thinking.
- With innovation & entrepreneurship labs, Nova inspires students to Dream. Discover. Design. their futures.
STEAM Skills = Future-Ready Graduates
A STEAM-focused charter school can raise CCMR scores by embedding:
STEAM Skills = Future-Ready Graduates
- The future workforce needs problem-solvers, coders, builders, creators—not just test-takers.
- Nova will graduate students who are:
- Certified in high-demand careers
- Confident public speakers and collaborators
- Community-minded leaders
- Prepared for college, the workforce, or service
- Ellis County deserves a school that prepares young people to lead—not just follow—in tomorrow’s economy.
The Gap - Let's Become "A" together
A STEAM-focused charter school can raise CCMR scores by embedding:
STEAM Skills = Future-Ready Graduates
Ellis County accountability rating with TEA
- Waxahachie - C Rating
- Red Oak - C Rating
- Ennis - C Rating
- Midlothian - B Rating
Factor & Opportunity
Population growth
Thousands of middle/high schoolers in need of future-ready options
Workforce needs
Industry demands workers with STEAM skills and certifications
Low CCMR Scores
30–45% of students are not prepared for college/career
Access Gaps
No current dedicated STEAM school in the county
Certifications
Employers seek credentials like OSHA, Fusion 360, SolidWorks, CPR, Adobe, etc.
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