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Orion STEM PDI Student Evaluation & Mastery Model

Powered by Passion. Driven by Purpose. Assessed for Mastery.

At Orion STEM Passion Discovery Institute, we believe mastery is not about how fast you learn—it's about how deeply you understand, reflect, and apply what you’ve learned to create real-world impact.

Core Beliefs

Mastery is about depth, not pace.

Students are assessed not just on what they know, but on how they apply it.

Reflection, iteration, and real-world impact matter as much as content mastery

Learning is not one-size-fits-all—and neither is growth

Evaluation Framework

What We Assess

How We Evaluate

Why It Matters
Skill Mastery (STEM, Literacy, etc.) Rubrics aligned to course
competencies (1–5 scale)		 Ensures foundational fluency and readiness for
future study

Creative Thinking & Problem-Solving

Real-world application via PBEL project rubrics

 Measures innovation, adaptability, and design thinking

Collaboration & Communication

Peer/mentor feedback, discussion logs, and reflection journals

Builds relational intelligence and leadership capacity

Purpose-Driven Mindset

Student self-assessment + Portrait of the Learner reflection

Reinforces empathy, intrinsic motivation, and identity

Final Product or Showcase

Authentic presentations, portfolios, or prototypes

Captures growth, synthesis, and impact

 

 

 

 

 

 

Point Mastery Scale

Score Label

Description
5 Exceeds Mastery

Demonstrates innovation, real-world transfer, and initiative

4

 Mastery Independent, consistent application of skills

3

Approaching Mastery

 Understands core concepts; requires minor support

2

 Developing Beginning to grasp concepts; needs more targeted guidance

1

Authentic presentations, portfolios, or prototypes

 Limited understanding; building foundational awareness

Tools to Support Evaluation

  • Competency Rubrics for each course and Discovery Path
  • Portrait of an Orion Spark Reflection Rubric
  • Student-Led Conferences or Mentor Check-Ins
  • Digital Portfolio that includes:
    • PBEL artifacts
    • Reflection journals
    • Self-assessments and mentor feedback
    • Final showcase projects (videos, presentations, documentation)

End-of-Course Summary: Orion Learning Profile

Each student receives a personalized profile documenting their growth:

  • Mastered competencies
  • Portrait of an Orion Spark indicators
  • PBEL project reflection
  • Suggested next Discovery Path(s)
  • (Optional)Link to final portfolio or project site

PBEL-Aligned Assessment Phases

PBEL Phase Student Evidence Assessment Type
Empathize Interviews, empathy maps, observation logs Process reflections, research logs
Define POV statements, HMW questions Mentor rubric + clarity of problem framing
Ideate Sketches, brainstorms, iteration notes Creativity rubric, peer feedback
Prototype Draft models, storyboards, design files

Mentor input, usability and functionality
Test & Reflect Feedback, iterations, presentations Final project rubric + student reflection

Final Evaluation

No traditional grades.
Instead, each student receives a Mastery Transcript aligned with:
 

Ready to redefine how we measure success?
At Orion STEM PDI, growth is visible, mastery is meaningful, and every student’s journey is deeply personal.

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