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Maker Space for STEAM LAB

By KatCam
  • Need Base Assessment

    Need Base Assessment

    Research the needs base of the students in our community. Also look at current curriculum to look at how STEAM can be supported in the different area.
  • Create Staff/ Parent Survey

    Create Staff/ Parent Survey

    Two different surveys created to be distributed to parents and staff. Surveys necessary to gather feedback and share with school site.
  • Develop Team

    Develop Team

    Recruit school staff to present idea. In addition, share vision and gather feedback of support.
  • Space at School Site

    Space at School Site

    Look at space needed in the school site. Goal is to see if the lab can be supported at the school site. See if shelves are needed to hold the materials.
  • Create a Budget for STEAM LAB maker space and supplies

    Create a Budget for STEAM LAB maker space and supplies

    Include stakeholders such as budgeting team and Lead Teachers. Develop vision and look at what to teach in order to gather supplies and materials needed.
  • Second Meeting with Teachers

    Second Meeting with Teachers

    Revisit with Teachers recruited for STEAM LAB. Discuss possible ideas, and curriculum for STEAM LAB.
  • Teacher Training

    Teacher Training

    Teacher Training to support implementation of STEAM at school site. Additionally look into professional development and conference lead teachers can attend.
  • Revisit with Lead Teachers

    Revisit with Lead Teachers

    Talk with Lead Teachers so they can begin to discuss ideas with staff on trainings attended. Also Set opening day to begin Maker space STEAM LAB
  • Prepare Makerspace for STEAM LAB

    Prepare Makerspace for STEAM LAB

    Begin to purchase materials to create Maker space lab.
  • Open DAY for Maker space for STEAM LAB

    Open DAY for Maker space for STEAM LAB

    Open Maker space STEAM LAB for teachers and students to use. Invite students families and community members.