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Youth S.T.E.A.M. Academy

Where Science and Creativity Thrive!

Our Youth S.T.E.A.M. Academy is typically offered for elementary grade students across five class sessions. The course themes vary per program, but are usually offered either on Saturdays or during a school break/intersession. Parents and families can register their students directly through our office. 

We are now accepting registrations for the Summer 2026 Youth S.T.E.A.M. Academy!

Courses Offered:

Science4Kids (1st - 3rd grade): Students will dive into real scientific ideas through interactive experiments, microscopes, and creative investigations. Science4Kids builds curiosity, confidence, and critical thinking skills through active, engaging lessons. From learning about chemical reactions to examining life through a microscope, students will participate in lessons that make science meaningful and fun.

Jr. Engineering (4th - 6th grade): Students will participate in hands-on engineering lessons, challenging them to think creatively and problem-solve using common materials. Through real-world design challenges, they will learn to innovate, adapt, and build greater confidence, turning their design ideas into functional working solutions that strengthen critical thinking and encourage creativity. 

Program Information:

Dates: June 22nd - 26th
Time: 8:30am - 12:30pm*
Location: Kremen School of Education and Human Development at Fresno State (Maple Ave & Shaw)

Program Fee and Due Date**:
Early Registration Fee: $200
Payment Deadline: March 27, 2026                                          
Late Registration Fee (after March 27): $250            
Payment Deadline: May 15, 2026 

Registration: Click here to register.
Please complete one registration form per student.
Registration does not guarantee official enrollment for your student(s) until payment has been received.

*Snack will be provided

**No refund will be available after payment is made. Program fee must be paid within 24 hours after form is submitted.

Our recent Fall Youth STEAM Program was held across 5 Saturdays from 8:30AM - 12:30PM. The following grade levels and corresponding course were offered:

  • Junior Programmers (2nd - 3rd): Combining unplugged coding activities with hands-on, block-based coding programs, students will learn about space exploration, NASA rovers, and robotics!
  • Science4Kids (4th - 5th): Your future scientists will dive right into the scientific method through microscopy and hands-on activities to learn various types of plant, physical, and environmental sciences.
  • Art Makers Lab: Clay Creations (6th - 8th): Young artists and creatives will have the opportunity to explore the elements of art and design through clay sculpting, painting and glazing

Our previous Summer Youth STEAM Program was held during the week of July 22nd from 8:30AM - 11:30AM. The following grade levels and corresponding course were offered:

  • Science4Kids (2nd - 3rd): Our tiny scientists will dive right into the scientific method through microscopy and hands-on experimentation to learn various types of plant, physical, and environmental sciences. 
  • LEGO Spike (4th - 5th): Students will train like NASA Engineers using their imagination to create and build their own designs and applying them to real-life NASA scenarios. Utilizing Lego Spike Robots and block-based coding, students will expand upon their ideas to create rovers similar to Perseverance.
  • Art Makers Lab (6th - 8th): Young artists and creatives will have the opportunity to explore and showcase two different mediums of art and their varying techniques. Students will learn about the elements of art and design through clay sculpting, painting and glazing, as well as the Cricut Design Space app to create their own projects. 
  1. What are the required steps to complete the program enrollment process?
    • STEP 1: Complete the online registration form
    • STEP 2: Complete and sign the required forms
      • Liability Release Form
      • Video/Audio Release Form
      • Program Guideline
    • STEP 3: Complete the payment
  2. I submitted the Registration form, does this mean my student is officially enrolled?
    • No. The initial form tells us of your interest to enroll your student(s). It is not an official enrollment, you will be contacted for further details to complete the enrollment process.
  3. Where can I find the Required Forms?
    • After completing the online registration form, we will contact you with the required forms by email from lcui@mail.fresnostate.edu. 
  4. I didn't see an option to pay for my student, how will I know when to submit payment?
    • After you have successfully completed the initial form, you will receive an email with further instructions on how to make your payment. The email will be sent by lcui@mail.fresnostate.edu, please make sure to check your spam.
  5. What is the refund policy?
    • Because program regulations require staffing based on the number of children enrolled, there is no refund after you completed the payment process. Refunds are not provided due to illness, vacations, withdrawal, etc.
  6. Can my students bring their own snacks?
    • Yes! Students are allowed to bring their own snacks and reusable water bottles, so long as the snacks do not contain nuts and the water bottles can be completely sealed (no straws).
  7. Am I able to stay with my student during the program?
    • While we appreciate the support of parents and family, we DO NOT allow visitors to stay in the classroom with students. This poses potential liability and confidentiality issues.
  8. Can I take pictures while my student is in class?
    • Due to the privacy policy, we cannot allow parents/visitors to take pictures of students while classes are in session. Our staff and tutors take pictures throughout the duration of the program and these will be shared with parents the week after the academy has ended.
  9. Will I receive more detailed information before the program starts?
    • Yes. You will receive more information regarding the program a week in advance.

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