Cicero School District 99

Our STEAM and Digital Literacy programs provide students with engaging, hands-on learning experiences that integrate science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics. These programs encourage creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and communication—essential skills for success in today’s world. Through inquiry-based learning and design thinking, students explore real-world problems and discover how different disciplines connect. The “A” in STEAM highlights the importance of creativity, visual thinking, and storytelling, helping students express ideas and bring concepts to life.

In Grades K–6, our STEAM Program is designed to ignite curiosity and inspire a love for learning. Grounded in the Engineering Design Process and the 4 C’s—Critical thinking, Communication, Collaboration, and Creativity—the program introduces students to STEM careers while fostering digital responsibility and safety. To measure student growth, we use a variety of assessments, including hands-on challenges and pre/post evaluations. We believe that every student deserves access to high-quality, meaningful instruction that equips them for the future. By blending academic content with creative expression and real-world problem-solving, the STEAM Program empowers students to become innovative thinkers and lifelong learners.