A STEAM teacher integrates the disciplines of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics to foster creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in students. They design and deliver interdisciplinary lessons that encourage students to apply knowledge across various fields and engage in project-based learning. 

Here's a more detailed look at what a STEAM teacher does:

Core Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Design:
  STEAM teachers plan and create multi-disciplinary curricula that integrate the five STEAM disciplines. 

• Instructional Delivery:
  They utilize various teaching methods, including project-based learning, hands-on activities, and technology integration, to engage students. 

• Assessment:
  They assess student learning through a variety of methods, including project presentations, performance-based tasks, and traditional assessments. 

• Collaboration:
  STEAM teachers collaborate with other educators, including art teachers, technology specialists, and engineers, to develop and implement STEAM initiatives. 

• Fostering Creativity and Innovation:
  They encourage students to think creatively, experiment with different approaches, and develop innovative solutions to real-world problems. 

• Promoting Critical Thinking:
  STEAM teachers guide students to analyze information, evaluate evidence, and make informed decisions. 

• Developing Problem-Solving Skills:
  They provide opportunities for students to identify problems, research solutions, and apply knowledge to find practical solutions. 

• Connecting to the Real World:
  STEAM education emphasizes the relevance of learning by connecting concepts to real-world applications and experiences. 

What is STEAM?

STEAM stands for Science Technology Engineering Arts and Mathematics.

Students come to my class once a week from Kinder-5th Grade.

Fist Trimester is dedicated to our Meet the Masters curriculum which you can find out more info here. Please visit the MTM page to see our specific MTM Artists for this year.

Second Trimester is focused on Computer Technology. Including but not limited to usage of Common Sense Media Digital Media Citizenship, Chromebook management and care, Digital Art (CANVA), and Computer Coding. Be on the lookout for our annual Hour of Code specail lessons in December. You can preview any of these resources here. All Students will have access to these user accounts from 2nd Trimester until the end of the school year.

Third Trimester focuses on PLTW (Project Lead the Way) which is our STEAM Science curriculum. 

We have won multiple PLTW National School Awards for the last 5 years with this program and Mrs. Odle has won 4 concecutive  Outstanding Teacher PLTW Awards.