PBL
High Plains School, we use Problem Based Learning (PBL) for STEAM integration K-8. PBL is a total approach to education; it’s both a curriculum and a process. PBLs consist of carefully selected and collaboratively designed problems that require students to obtain critical knowledge, use problem solving skills, become increasingly self-directed in their learning and develop team participation skills.
Videos:
2023 our Kindergarteners presented to the Loveland Transportation Advisory Board and Loveland City Council to advocate for safe routes. As a result we now have new signage and crossings for students who walk, ride and roll to school!
2024 our 4th Graders wrote letters to legislators and presented them to Senator Marchman to help pass Hands-free Driving laws.
On November 4, 2025 our 8th grade team had their experiment The Impact on Capsicum annuum’s Life Cycle after Germination in Microgravity launch to the International Space Station. Here is the team after its return inspection and harvest.