Michael Alves
Maker/Musician/Teacher
Educator
Michael Alves is a 30-year veteran high school teacher specializing in STEM education. He currently teaches courses in Engineering and Computer Science. In addition, he coaches robotics teams and is passionate about bringing STEM to under-represented school populations. He started his teaching career in 1994 as a high school English a Second Language teacher and transitioned to teaching STEM classes after receiving his M.Ed in Education Technology Leadership in 2011. In addition to teaching, he enjoys playing electric bass in local Metroplex venues.
Here is a selection of recent STEM highlights:
A career highlight for him was when the Vines High School robotics team won the Robotics, UIL 5A-6A State Championship in 2020 and was recognized by the Plano ISD School Board.
Michael Alves fell in love with Design when he started teaching Project Lead the Way Introduction to Engineering and Design class in 2015. He is proficient in Autodesk Inventor and Autodesk Fusion. He is an avid 3d printer who enjoys creating solutions using Computer Aided Design for everyday problems. He has recently expanded his skills to include laser cutting and engraving.
Michael Alves is a DFW bass player who has worked with the Irving Symphony Orchestra, 12LB.Test, Oliver’s Army: The Elvis Costello Tribute Band, and most recently with Todd Youngblood. He enjoys playing all styles but focuses mostly on genres which favor the electric bass.
In addition to music ventures, he is a regular host of the Applesauced podcast.
