Whether you call it STEM or STEAM, makerspace, digital fabrication, computer science or technology...
...at Collegedale Academy, we believe that students should be prepared for the future and learn to use their critical-thinking skills to contribute to their community.
Innovation @ CA is a holistic approach where technology is not simply taught for the sake of learning technology. We believe God has given students special, innate gifts that should be used for His glory. STEAM principles and tools should be used to help us achieve those goals. But these should never overshadow the ultimate goal of students developing their talents and skills to become servant leaders for Christ.
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
Innovation @ CA Highlights
Our K-12 interdisciplinary and collaborative approach to STEAM and innovation ensures that Collegedale Academy students graduate well on their way to becoming the next generation of innovators, inventors, and leaders.
Elementary School
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 School
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 School
Programming
Arduino, robotics, mechatronics, JavaScript, 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
Focus:
Computer Literacy
Working as a team
Perseverance & Grit
Engineering design process
Focus:
Digital citizenship
Engineering design principles
Growth mindset
Design thinking
Focus:
Digital creation
Independent research
Project management
Entrepreneurship