SAM Academy
Founded in 2011, the mission of SAM Academy is to help communities build leadership and capacity for success by supporting youth and their parents to become contributing members of society through hands-on and making experiences with an integrated approach to learning science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM) and the Arts.
A 501 (c)(3) non-profit, SAM Academy relies on donations to keep programs operating. Please donate today.
Our Services
Free Saturday Science Workshops
9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Art Classes in November ($30 per class)
November 15th – Cornucopia Painting
29th – Fall Tree painting
4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Registration – 559-399-3090
Science
Support communities to build leadership and capacity for success by supporting youth and their parents to become contributing members of society through hands-on and Making experiences with an integrated approach to learning science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), the Arts, and computer science. Core values include: Excellence in all; Supportive and healthy communities; Respect for diverse learners; Equity and social justice; Youth development through intergenerational mentoring; and creativity leading to innovation and thinkers doing their best work.
Making
We offer great opportunities for youth to express their creativity and innovation. Our workshop environment provides a unique and safe space for exploring the world of Making and STEM. With our experienced instructors, we are here to guide youth to excel in a studio and workshop environment using a variety of medium and tools. Projects are integrated with science and engineering, exploring applications that are based in real-world experiences.
Music
With our amazing team of music instructors you can learn how to play a variety of different instruments and genres. We encourage all types of music from classical to modern, and provide excellent instruction to our students in piano, violin, guitar, drums, and voice. Students participate in two recitals per year, with choice of music/piece they wish to perform. Click on the picture above for more details!
ABOUT US
Who are we?
Founded in 2011, the mission of SAM Academy is to help communities build leadership and capacity for success by supporting youth to become contributing members of society through hands-on and Making experiences with an integrated approach to learning science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM) and the Arts.
Core values of SAM Academy include: Excellence in all; Supportive and healthy communities; Respect for diverse learners; Equity and social justice; Youth development through intergenerational mentoring; and innovation supported by applied creativity as a workplace skill.
Students come to our community-based programs and have avoided exposure to juvenile violence, drug experimentation and use, and gang recruitment and joining.
