What is STEAM?

STEAM in LCSD:

"In our district, we say Students and Teachers Engaging Active Minds! STEAM is another way we prepare our students for the future."

~Dr. Jonathan Phipps, Superintendent

STEM VS STEAM:

The 5 essential elements of steam education

Standards: State mandated learning goals defined by the South Carolina Department of Education.

Interdisciplinary and Transdisciplinary Inquiry: Combining two or more disciplines to discover new learning within or across different content areas.

5 Cs: The fostering of communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking skills in a caring environment.

Career Connections: Building knowledge, awareness, and skills related to various career fields.

Real-World Application: Applying knowledge and skills to everyday life experiences.