Project Lead The Way (PLTW)
PLTW Programs and Curriculum
PLTW’s Activities, Project, Problem-Based (APPB) curriculum is aligned with national standards and is collaboratively developed and updated by subject matter and industry experts – including classroom teachers, school administrators, university educators and industry professionals.
PLTW Engineering, PLTW Biomedical Sciences, and PLTW Computer Science programs for high schools, PLTW Gateway program for middle schools, and PLTW Launch for elementary schools set the highest standards for rigorous, focused and engaging study. These programs emphasize critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and real-world problem solving. The hands-on learning engages students, exposing them to new areas of study that they may not otherwise pursue, and gives them the knowledge, skills and confidence to so.
PLTW courses are designed to appeal to all students with relevant lessons that make connections between what they are learning and the real challenges in our communities and the world. Students finishing the programs have a foundation and proven path to post-secondary training and career success.
Benefits of the Pltw Program Include:
- An up-to-date online turnkey curriculum package
- Curriculum based on national standards
- Online resources and active professional communities
- End-of-Course assessments
- Access to a nationwide support network that includes post secondary institutions, state education officials, business and industry partners, and professional associations
Teacher Training Institutes
PLTW Teacher Training
PLTW Teacher Training is a professional development program designed to teach the content and pedagogical skills needed to instruct each PLTW course, focused on proper preparation, in-depth training and continuing education.
For more information on available professional development go to PLTW Professional Development page.
WSU Spokane is no longer a site for PLTW Core Training
Contact Us
Diane Lashinsky
Senior Director of School Engagement – West Region
Alaska and Washington State
Project Lead The Way
206-743-4035
www.pltw.org
Information for Schools
For more information please contact:
Logan LeCompte
Director of School Engagement – ID, MT, WA
Project Lead the Way, Inc.
(208) 629-7221
www.pltw.org
Or go to: PLTW Programs site
