C-STEAM
Catholic, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math
C-STEAM is an integrated approach to teaching Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through a Catholic lens. This methodology allows students to emerge with greater knowledge of our Catholic identity and skills in collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking.
Our School is Nationally Certified in STEM by the National Institute for STEM Education (NISE)
Choosing an elementary school means choosing a foundation for your child's future. Our commitment goes beyond basic standards. We are one of only 2% of schools in the nation to earn theNational Certificate for STEM Excellence (NCSE) from the National Institute for STEM Education (NISE).
This distinction is more than a plaque—it's a promise of a superior educational experience.
St. Bartholomew Catholic School aims to immerse students in a dynamic STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) curriculum that fosters critical thinking, encourages a strong work ethic, and promotes collaboration. Through hands-on, real-world problem-solving, students are guided to view challenges through a Catholic lens, integrating faith with innovation and learning.
St. Bartholomew is the only nationally-certified STEM school in our area, offering our students the unique opportunity to grow academically, creatively, and spiritually with teachers who have specialized C-STEM certifications. Paired with Individualized Education Plans, enroll at St. Bartholomew and watch your student excel.
What makes a STEM education at a Catholic School unique?
The C-STEAM Advantage: Faith-Based Innovation
As a Catholic school, we integrate our national STEM excellence into a C-STEAM environment, ensuring the Catholic Faith, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math work together.
- Ethical Innovators: We teach students to apply their advanced STEM knowledge with a foundation of faith and ethical values, fostering problem-solvers who contribute positively to the world.
- Whole-Child Focus: We ensure a well-rounded education where the Arts and our Catholic identity enrich and inform the scientific and engineering processes.
Future-Ready Results
The NISE certification is proof that we are intentionally preparing your child for success in the rapidly changing world:
- College Preparation: Students leave our school with the critical thinking and problem-solving experience necessary to excel in challenging high school courses and highly competitive colleges.
- Career Foundation: Your child develops the mindset and skills required for the of future jobs that will be in STEM-related fields.
A Culture of Perseverance and Growth
In our classrooms, failure is a learning opportunity. Our inquiry-based instruction fosters a Growth Mindset where students learn to:
- Experiment and iterate their ideas.
- Persevere through challenges.
- Gain confidence as they successfully tackle complex problems.
