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STEAM Preschool Celebrates One Year
The STEAM Preschool is a progressive school for young learners to explore all areas of the curriculum to explore and learn new things.
From Pleasanton School District: Serving Pleasanton’s youngest learners and explorers, the Pleasanton Unified School District’s STEAM Preschool is celebrating one year since opening its doors in January 2016. As one of the only preschools in California that integrates science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM) into all aspects of the learning experience, STEAM Preschool has had serious growth over the last year.
Over the last year, STEAM Preschool’s enrollment has grown by more than 300% to date. “Children learn best when they are allowed to explore, experiment, and try new things,” said Shannon Colacchia, STEAM Preschool Lead. “We put this philosophy into practice and parents are seeing results.”
The STEAM Preschool is a progressive, ground-breaking program using Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics concepts in all areas of its curriculum. The preschool infuses its daily schedule with hands-on opportunities to build on the natural curiosity of their young explorers. Through project-based, inquiry-driven activities, students discover the world around them while learning literacy, problem solving skills, and collaboration techniques. The children will construct their own learning using critical thinking, creativity, and innovation.
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The STEAM Preschool supports the District’s vision of providing innovative, high-quality education for students from cradle to career. The STEAM preschool program aligns with the California Common Core State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and 21st Century Learning Skills.
“I love how we’re able to really engage and learn with our children. We base our curriculum on our their interests,” said STEAM Preschool teacher Amanda Galbreath. “As a result, things stick. Not only ideas and topics that we’re talking about, but fundamental skills and concepts.”
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STEAM currently has an enrollment of 30 with capacity for 48 children. Stay tuned for STEAM’s ‘terrific two’ celebration in January 2018!
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