Student/Educator Benefits
Why Students, Educators and Administrators Will Love HyperStream
HyperStream will make technology seem so fascinating that all types of students will want to join the program - from students who spend their weekends building computers to those who just want to be involved in fun and creative technology-related projects with their friends. HyperStream educates students, teachers and administrators about the world of technology and the tremendous opportunities in Iowa technology careers!
Why Students Will Think HyperStream is Pretty Sweet!
- Pursue Passions and Interests: HyperStream shows students how technology will play a role in whatever they decide to pursue - from environmental issues to fashion design to Web development.
- Professional Mentors: Local experts that work down the road and shop at the same stores will share their insight and encourage new discoveries.
- Interactive Web Site: Informative Web site highlights the benefits of technology education and invites students to participate in ongoing content development - think Iowa tech Wiki.
- Real World Experience: HyperStream participants can see what life's like in the world of technology through job shadowing and interning with local companies.
- HyperStream Clubs: These groups give students the chance to make a difference with community and school projects guided by tech professionals.
- STEM Support: HyperStream highlights how STEM coursework prepares students to succeed in post-secondary education and in their future careers.
Why Teachers and Counselors Will Embrace HyperStream!
- Experienced Partners: Teachers can collaborate with tech professionals on fresh lesson plan ideas and real world learning experiences.
- STEM Promotion: HyperStream pumps up the incentives to take STEM courses.
- Web Resources: Lesson plan ideas, forums to share best practices, detailed info about the Iowa tech community, and more will make the teachers and counselors' sub-site of the student HyperStream Web site an invaluable go-to resource.
- Local and State Opportunities: Tech experts will assist with establishing HyperStream Clubs and planning for state technology competitions.
- Job Shadowing: HyperStream partners will give educators the opportunity to learn in the classroom of business through summer job shadowing.
- Career Savvy: Teachers and counselors can bring their knowledge of the exciting technology career opportunities back to their learning and planning environments.
Why Schools and Administrators Will Get On Board!
- CIO Advisor: Superintendents and principals can benefit from a professional partner's help in strategic tech planning and infrastructure for the school system.
- Technology Advisory Board: Tech professionals can offer best practices, ideas and connections to effectively meet the technology needs of the district.
