STEMSpring Academy began with an idea to create a school where children (and adults) are filled with joy when they arrive in the morning and leave in the afternoon. STEMSpring Academy is a school where children experience the excitement that comes from inquiry and questions, the wonder that comes from exploring and discovery, and the pride that comes from creating.
Maybe you are looking for an alternative to what your child is currently experiencing. Maybe you want your child to be challenged more. Maybe you have been thinking (like we were thinking for so many years) there has to be a happier way for children to learn. Whatever your thoughts and experiences, we are thankful for your continued optimism for what is possible in education and that you are considering STEMSpring Academy for your child.
The STEMSpring Academy
Scholar Experience
Our Scholars Learn…
Inquiry-based science through the domains of Life, Earth and the Physical Sciences
Coding skills through the use of Tynker Coding for Kids
Design-thinking and engineering skills through implementation of the Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Launch (K-5)
Mathematical practices including:
Explaining, reasoning, modeling, using
tools, problem solving, and communication
Self-directed applications of Design Thinking principles in CreateSpace STEM labs
Literacy skills to explore subjects in-depth and gain a deeper understanding of the world around them
STEMSpring Academy Daily Schedule
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This is a time for students and teachers to come together to start the day.
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Activities during Community Huddle include greetings, sharing news or announcements, setting goals for the day, and engaging in community-building activities.
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ELA: During the ELA block, scholars engage in literacy activities such as reading comprehension, phonics instruction, vocabulary development, writing exercises, and grammar practice. Teachers may use a variety of instructional methods including whole group instruction, small group activities, independent reading, and literacy centers.
Math: During the Math block, scholars engage in activities to develop mathematical skills and concepts such as arithmetic, problem-solving, geometry, and algebraic reasoning. Teachers may use a combination of direct instruction, guided practice, and independent work/applied practice to support scholar learning.
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Scholars have lunch with their school family, providing a time for nourishment and relaxation. Scholars also have time for outdoor play and socializing during recess/play time.
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This segment of the day focuses on STEM instruction, activities, and projects. Scholars engage in hands-on experiments, engineering challenges, coding exercises, and projects that are developed based on scholars’ own inquiry and wonderings.
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Scholars have a opportunty to engage in activities that pique their interests… drawing, painting, dancing, listen to or make music, practice a new language. It’s up to our scholars!
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Our school day concludes with cleaning up our school environment and reflection on the day's learning and activities. Learning faciliators and scholars lead a discussion on what was exciting and/or challenging within the day.
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Following Community Huddle, students are dismissed for the day.
Tuition
Months and Hours of Operation
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Tuition: $12,000
$200 Deposit Due upon notification of acceptance.
First Payment Due: August 1, 2027
Final Payment Due: May 1. 2027
When a scholar is fully accepted and enrolled; the application fee and $200 deposit is applied to first month tuition.
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Yes! You read that correct! We offer a 30 min window for arrival and dismissal! However, please note:
We do not offer care before 8:00am, or after school care. The latest pick-up time is 4:00pm.
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STEMSpring Academy Scholars enrolled by July 1, 2027 with first month tuition paid by August 1, 2027 are eligible for this Founding Family Bonus. Tuition must my paid in full by May 1, 2027 to be eligible for Bonus Summer 2028 Program.
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Plorida House Bill (HB) 1, which expands available school choice options for all students in Florida. As of the 2023-24 school year, the bill eliminates financial eligibility restrictions and the current enrollment cap for the Family Empowerment Scholarship Educational Options.
Click link Florida ESA
