LEAD

Learning Engineering and Design

 

Real-world problem solving. Hands-on
innovation. Future-ready skills.

 

At Seton, the LEAD Program immerses students in a nationally recognized Project Lead The Way (PLTW) curriculum that transforms classrooms into hubs of creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. Rooted in the learning-by-doing model, LEAD challenges students to apply STEM concepts to solve real-world problems, building the knowledge, confidence, and adaptability needed to lead in tomorrow’s world.

 

What Sets LEAD Apart

 

Project-Based Curriculum


Through PLTW’s project-based learning approach, students don’t just learn STEM, they live it. Every course engages students in hands-on activities, from designing prototypes to running simulations, applying math, science, and engineering principles in authentic ways.

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Capstone Projects


In their final year, LEAD students complete a capstone experience that synthesizes skills from across their coursework. Working individually or in teams, students identify a real-world problem, research viable solutions, and design, build, and test a functional prototype or process improvement. The year culminates in a formal presentation to faculty, peers, and industry professionals.

Explore Past Capstone Projects

 

Competitions and Showcases

 

LEAD students regularly compete and excel in regional and national STEM competitions, from robotics challenges to engineering design expos. These opportunities allow students to showcase their skills, gain feedback from professionals, and represent Seton’s innovation on a larger stage.

 

RECENT AWARDS

 

 

 

Contact

 

Schadrac Fresnel 

Program Director, The LEAD Program

sfresnel@setonhs.org

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