Northbrook District 27 Annual Report 2016-2017 | Page 12

KSF 2: RIGOROUS AND COHERENT PROGRAMS The District provides a rigorous and coherent curricular program for all students in all of the core subjects areas as well as in the arts, computer technology, and physical education. The curriculum is updated on a regular basis using a research-driven process. A key area of focus has been STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics.) The STEAM courses are pre-engineering in nature and foster development in innovation, creativity and problem-solving skills, which are vital for our students’ success in an ever-changing world. 10 District 27 • Annual Report • 2016-2017