Innovation (STEAM)
Critical Thinking in Action
At Collegedale Academy, STEAM extends beyond science and technology—it is a purposeful approach to cultivating critical thinking and innovation. Each student is uniquely gifted by God, and STEAM principles help them discover and develop these talents. Through exploration, experimentation, and hands-on learning, students are empowered to use their God-given abilities in meaningful ways.
From Mission to Vision
Collegedale Academy’s mission: Educate, equip, and inspire students to be critical thinkers who serve others and reflect Christ’s character.
A Vision for Innovation
Creative
Engaging students to be creators, not consumers
Transformational
Offering education that is transformational, not trendy
Experiential
Learning through real-world experiences and hands-on projects
Transferable
Using knowledge and skills to impact our community.
Connected
Building a network of support for students
Elementary
INTRO TO COMPUTING
Typing, word processing, internet research
PROGRAMMING
Scratch, LEGO robotics, block coding, programmable robots
FABRICATION
Building with simple machines and physical design techniques
CIRCUITS
Lights, gears, motors, Makey Makey
Middle
ADVANCED CIRCUITS
Sensors, LED programming, robotic vehicles
GRAPHIC DESIGN AND DIGITAL ART
Animation, Adobe Lightroom, CAD design
PROGRAMMING
Micro:bit, Arduino, VEX code, VR, LEGO robotics
DIGITAL FABRICATION
Laser cutting and etching, 3D printing, TinkerCAD
COMPUTING
Typing, PowerPoint, Excel, Google Docs
DRONES
Introduction to flight, building, and programming
High
PROGRAMMING
Arduino, robotics, mechatronics, C++, Raspberry Pi
VIRTUAL REALITY
Creating custom VR experiences and digital content
ADVANCED DRONES
Using drone technology for scientific research
PRODUCT DESIGN
3D printing, laser cutting and etching, Fusion360 and other CAD software
CYBERSECURITY
Introduction to network safety
DIGITAL DESIGN
Graphic design with Procreate, InDesign, Illustrator, Canva, Photoshop