The Innovation Lab

As science and technology continue to advance and expand career opportunities, schools need to keep up with modern innovations to help students excel. While textbook learning provides invaluable information, special resources that nurture their interests in these subjects are available at Holy Name High School's Innovation Lab. It offers students the chance to explore technology while developing important skills for their future. Learn what this facility is and how it helps our students in the Cleveland area further their academics.

What Is The Innovation Lab?

Opened in September 2020, Holy Name High School's Innovation Lab provides a unique educational experience for those looking to explore our technology curriculum. The lab features state-of-the-art computers, comfortable desk chairs, and headsets with microphones, giving students the necessary equipment for a variety of computer-related courses. Designed to help students develop critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills, Innovation Lab courses include the following:

Gaming Concepts

Gaming is popular among students of all ages, making this course that teaches career-ready skills and social-emotional learning such a hit. Classes help students learn to diagnose computer problems involving hardware, software, and networking. They'll also learn about the history of gaming and participate in some of the modern classics.

Computer Science

Holy Name High School offers both Introduction to Computer Science and Intermediate Computer Science. The intro course focuses on computational thinking and programming concepts, while the intermediate course introduces students to Python. This open-source programming language helps them learn about data types, graphical user interface-driven applications, and more.

Web Design

This course at Holy Name High School helps students gain an understanding of how computers communicate with one another over networks. It also covers the programming languages that suit different applications. Students learn the power of the Internet and how it has revolutionized human interaction as a whole.

Introduction to Robotics

In this course, students learn the base concepts used by engineers, programmers, and scientists. They'll use VEX robots to explore mechanical systems, such as DC motors and drivetrains. Using VEX Coding Studio software, students are introduced to coding and can enter competitions that help advance their skills.

More Than Just a Classroom

Beyond use as a web designing lab, computer lab class area, or robotics lab in the school, the Innovation Lab is a place where creativity and excitement thrive. Modern additions to Innovation Lab include tools that allow students to take their creativity to a whole new level and enjoy experiences they can take with them into the real world. This equipment includes the following:

• • Laser engraver: A laser engraver uses a beam to leave deep marks in materials, such as wood, metal,    leather, and plastic, allowing users to make unique designs.
• • Resin printer: A resin printer creates 3-D models by exposing photosensitive liquid resin to UV LED lighting layer-by-layer, hardening the resin               into a plastic while allowing for intricate detail.
• • Oculus Goggles: Virtual retail headsets allow users to immerse themselves in virtual worlds, lessons and tour sites.

Competitive eSports

Students who want a sense of camaraderie should look into our virtual gaming team. eSports refers to competitive video gaming, which is an ever-growing and extremely popular industry. The Holy Name High School eSports team calls the Innovation Lab home, offering a dedicated space for practice, strategizing, and competitions. The team has included over 40 students in past years, and our Rainbow 6 Siege team won six national titles since 2019. Keep in mind that these titles provide more than just glory and trophies – they can reward students with scholarship money, as well.

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Visit the Holy Name High School Campus Today

With the addition of our Innovation Lab, Holy Name High School continues to modernize the classroom. Between our highly knowledgeable and dedicated teachers and our intriguing course offerings, we help students in the Cleveland, Ohio area gain a well-rounded and exciting education. Additionally, our ministry fosters faith-based experiences and is accepting of all religions, creating an impactful learning environment for everyone. If you're interested in learning more about our curriculum, Innovation Lab, or our other campus resources, contact us today.