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You Can Dance If You Want To – The Benefits of Arts at IndySTEAM

Does your scholar like dancing to a different beat? Coloring outside the lines? At IndySTEAM Academy, (IndySTEAM), encouraging self expression through dance and other art studies within our STEAM curriculum is just one way our tuition-free public charter school for grades K-7 is Indy’s best kept secret. 

Young Brains on Art 

Art, including dance, increases the flexibility and learning capacity of the brain, especially for youth. At IndySTEAM, scholars participate in daily art, music, dance, and violin classes alongside their STEM subjects, fostering critical thinking, communication, creative problem-solving, innovation, and analytical skills. Our interdisciplinary approach sparks innovative and creative talents among our scholars, engaging both sides of the brain and paving the way for their future success, academically and socially.

IndySTEAM Academy students in their matching yellow shirts learning how to play the violin

Arts for Achievements

Arts education plays a crucial role in preparing scholars for a STEAM-driven world. By nurturing their creative abilities, we equip them with the skills needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving job market. Studies have shown that scholars involved in the arts have better academic performance and higher chances of success. By combining science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics, we provide a well-rounded education that prepares scholars for a bright and prosperous future.

Science, Technology, Engineering, ART, and Mathematics

Our commitment to a comprehensive STEAM curriculum is evident in our scholars’ daily instruction using FOSS Science, Engineering is Elementary, and Project Lead the Way Engineering Modules.. They receive 90 minutes of science and engineering instruction every day, to ensure a strong foundation in these subjects. Art is the ‘A’ in ‘STEAM’. We believe in providing scholars with a holistic education, therefore our scholars also explore the joy of dance, art, music, and physical education, developing talents and interests outside the realm of traditional academics.

Build Bright Futures With Us

At IndySTEAM, we witness firsthand how arts education nurtures practical skills, encourages creativity, communication, collaboration, self-expression, and brings joy to our scholars’ education. Our social emotional focus ensures each scholar chooses respect and knows both how and why to do their best. By building both sides of the brain through our comprehensive STEAM curriculum, we ensure that our scholars are equipped with the tools necessary to end generational poverty and boldly strive for high income, high-demand careers in any STEAM field they choose. 

We understand that you want the best for your budding young artist and scientist. Enrolling your scholar(s) in STEAM education is the gift of a lifetime. Let’s nurture their academic and creative talents, foster their love for learning and build bright futures together. Join us at IndySTEAM today.

About Indy STEAM Academy 

Indianapolis (Indy) STEAM Academy nurtures the academic and creative talents of scholars through the integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. We acknowledge learning loss and strive to close achievement gaps to build a strong literacy foundation for all scholars and prepare them for bright futures in high school, college, and modern careers in a STEAM-driven world. Enrolling K-7 now!

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Who We Are

We are a tuition-free public charter school with staff who are committed to providing a high-quality STEAM education for all students including students from low-income families, under-served minority students, and underrepresented students.