STEAM School Certification

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Become a STEAM‑Certified School

For Daycares, Preschools, and Elementary Private Schools committed to hands‑on, inquiry‑based learning across Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.

Daycare & Preschool Elementary (K–5) On‑site or Virtual Annual Renewal

Meliora’s STEAM Certification validates high‑quality, developmentally appropriate STEAM instruction, design‑thinking routines, and strong family engagement.

Levels

Candidate → Provisional → Certified → Exemplary

Schools at Certified/Exemplary receive the digital & print‑ready Meliora STEAM Seal for marketing and family communications.

Why Certify

Benefits

  • ✔Elevate instructional quality with a clear STEAM framework
  • ✔Strengthen enrollment marketing with the Meliora STEAM Seal
  • ✔Build teacher capacity through targeted training & coaching
  • ✔Align to school readiness & quality standards
  • ✔Engage families via project‑based showcases
What’s Included

Program Inclusions

  • Readiness audit & improvement roadmap
  • Teacher training modules (live virtual or on‑site)
  • Lesson plan templates & STEAM unit maps
  • Classroom observations with coaching feedback
  • Certification review, seal, and renewal support
Eligible Programs

Who Can Apply

Licensed Daycares, Preschools, and Elementary Private Schools serving ages 2–11. Multi‑site networks welcome.

How It Works

Certification Process

Apply. Submit your program details and preferred timeline.
Discovery Call. Clarify goals, scope, and documentation.
Readiness Audit. Environment & baseline observations.
Teacher Training. Complete required STEAM modules & practice labs.
Lesson Plans. Submit 4–6 plans per grade band using Meliora templates.
Observations. Implementation observations using the Meliora STEAM Rubric.
Evidence Portfolio. Upload artifacts (photos, work samples, family comms).
Review & Decision. Panel issues Candidate/Provisional/Certified/Exemplary.
Seal & Renewal. Marketing assets & light annual renewal.
Standards Snapshot

Core Requirements

  • At least 60% of lead teachers complete Meliora STEAM Training (100% for Exemplary)
  • Each classroom implements 2+ STEAM investigations/month with documentation
  • Dedicated STEAM area with safe materials and child‑led inquiry routines
  • Visible design process (Ask‑Imagine‑Plan‑Create‑Improve)
  • Family engagement: at least 2 STEAM family events/year
  • Safety protocols for age‑appropriate tools & supervision