STEAM 8-10
The SAIL Academy’s STEAM program is a 3 Year program Grades 8-10 program. It combines 4 days of face-to-face interdisciplinary instruction with one day of flexible, independent learning. Our STEAM blended program explores science, technology, engineering and math through the lens of arts and design.
Students embrace the innovator mindset and develop their capacity through inquiry, experimentation and project-based learning. They learn in an open, collaborative, contemporary space that fosters engagement. In STEAM, students build upon their core and curricular competencies as well as their inter and intra-personal skills.
SAIL’s STEAM program gives students an advantage
By engaging your child’s inherent passion for learning, the SAIL Academy’s STEAM program encourages learning that develops creative thought, independence and critical thinking along side like-minded students. Students imagine, design, prototype, redesign and repeat.
SAIL Academy’s STEAM program embraces the idea that every child is unique and learns in his or her own way. Your child will explore their passions and develop strong social, emotional, and cognitive skills to help them become highly successful adults and prepare them for success in the ever-changing local and global workplace.
Why choose STEAM?
- Students who have a passion for how STEAM shapes their world.
- Learning is engaging, motivating, and stimulates curiosity.
- Students solve real world problems using a designer mindset.
- Students learn through inquiry, experimentation, and reflection.
- Students think creatively and critically.
- Students learn in an open collaborative environment.
- Students have opportunity to share their learning with an authentic and global audience.
Cohort size
Depending on enrolment cohort size will be 20-25 students.
There will be two designated teachers teachers assigned to each cohort with additional teachers in specialized areas.
Face-to-face
4 days a week of face-to-face interdisciplinary instruction.
Online
- All online course material is available on Brightspace
- Teachers are available for support on Fridays
STEAM program costs
There are no registration costs to Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents residing in the Lower Mainland, who are accepted into the program. Students are strongly encouraged to have their own learning devices and computer access with an Internet connection. Individual course enhancement costs may be requested based on program needs. Please contact an administrator if there is a financial hardship.
What type of student would enjoy STEAM?
If your child has a keen interest in how things work, problem solving, or creating things, our STEAM program may be a natural choice. SAIL Academy’s STEAM program caters to all kinds of learners who appreciate the hands-on nature of the curricula combined with online learning and flexible hours. Students will be taught how to manage their time while they learn independently and in groups.
Why you might consider STEAM?
Currently, jobs in STEAM are growing faster than jobs in non-STEAM related occupations. Many post-secondary institutions and employers are seeking learners with diverse skill sets. SAIL’s STEAM program helps young people to gain the necessary skills to succeed in all careers. Students learn by face-to-face instruction and online with digital content that allows student choice and voice.
The STEAM Program Courses
- English 8-10
- Math 8-10
- Science 8-10
- Social Studies 8-10
- Physical Education 8-10
- French 8-9
- French 10
- ADST 8-10
- Information Technology 8-10
- Career Education 8 & 9
- Career Life Education 10