STACKS + JOULES is founded on the premise that when fueled by their creative passions any student can learn any technology regardless of complexity. We emphasize the following approaches:
ENGAGE
By connecting with the creative passion of students, Stacks + Joules succeeds in enticing youth to learn highly specialized, financially lucrative, and immediately employable skills. Each lesson launches
with hands-on activities, complete with instantly gratifying results - valuable feedback and reinforcement. As lights are programmed to flash to music and other inputs, students learn the fundamentals of complex computerized building automation systems. The capstone project, writing code and networking LEDs to synchronize a light show to music ensures that each student masters the skills necessary for career success in building automation. What seems like a game is actually building the qualifications needed to optimize the complex lighting and HVAC systems that are integral to modern buildings. SUPPORT
Stacks + Joules connects educational experts with preeminent industry professionals to provide rigorous yet accessible specialized training for both students and teachers. Michael Conway brings over 20 years of experience as a teacher/leader, dedicated to making high school mathematics and other complex learning accessible to students who have not yet had the opportunity for success. As a faculty coach, he has supported schools and teachers from across the country with implementing project-based learning and other innovative yet proven student-centered learning strategies. Energy efficiency expertise is provided by the Boston based engineering firm Towards 50. Towards 50’s engineers bring over 26 years of hands-on experience in aggressive energy efficiency optimization. Towards 50 strives to advance building energy efficiency by 50 percent
EMPLOY
Stacks + Joules connects youth with well-paying, meaningful jobs that elevate students towards certifications, degrees, and life-long advancement. Our training enables placement in paid internships with local building automation employers. Stacks + Joules stands by students mentoring them during internships and supporting them in securing full-time employment. Close industry collaboration facilitates further education to meet the needs of employers and develop skills integral to career success. We leverage relationships with vocational programs, community colleges, and universities to empower students in developing plans for furthering their education and training. A high paying job as a building automation system (BAS) specialist is the first solid rung on a far-reaching career ladder.
