The PLTW Middle School Standard of Excellence program recognizes Middle/Junior High Schools that have successfully implemented the Gateway to Technology, four-unit program, in grades 6 - 8. The process parallels the PLTW High School Certification program but introduces some new elements.

The Middle School Gateway to Technology Standard of Excellence (SOE) process offers the following:

• Local review and involvement of the community 

• Self-assessment and optional reporting procedures 

• PLTW national recognition

Goals and Benefits of National Recognition

• Encourage Middle/Junior High Schools in the PLTW Network to excel in reaching PLTW's quality standards 
• Provide recognition to Middle/Junior High Schools offering the Gateway to Technology and demonstrate the significant role they play in fostering interest in math, science and technology 
• Highlight the unique contribution of PLTW trained Middle/Junior High School instructors 
• Strengthen the commitment of Middle/Junior High Schools to the on-going maintenance of quality in the upgraded, expanding Gateway to Technology program 
• Foster increased enrollment in engineering and engineering technology by enhancing the recognition of Middle/Junior High Schools and of their students

Please continue on to the Question and Answer Section on the Middle School Recognition Program
If your interested check out our School Assessment
How To Apply to be a PLTW recognized Middle/Junior High School