inclusive environment for all
Community Values
We are a community minded learning community that demonstrates courage, resilience, respect and caring for others. We create inclusive and responsive space for students to explore their passions.
The STEM Innovation Academy embodies a vision for education our province needs more than ever – one that inspires students to be technology creators and innovators, not just technology users. We are in the middle of a once-in-a-generation digital transformation, and Alberta students can be leaders in this global shift.
cutting edge science & technology topics
We are a new public charter school that is unique in Alberta. We opened our doors to grades 7-9 for the 2021-22 school year, and our high school opened for the 2022-23 school year.
We believe every student can be successful in STEM and should have the opportunity to learn about cutting edge science and technology topics.
Specialties
Academically rigorous, including leading edge complementary courses that are not offered elsewhere in the province
Interdisciplinary approach to develop real world skills and attitudes (we are far more than just coding!)
Complex real-world problems: maker, digital fabrication, and creative space to allow students access to innovative equipment for rapid prototyping
Graduates develop the knowledge and skills needed to become global innovators and problem solvers
Formal connection with internationally recognized STEM organizations to ensure students develop a global understanding of the STEM world around them
Strong connections with post-secondary institutions and industry experts.
Our well-rounded education includes robust humanities courses
inclusive environment for all
We are a community minded learning community that demonstrates courage, resilience, respect and caring for others. We create inclusive and responsive space for students to explore their passions.
our courses
Features
STEM Infused Science Curriculum – New STEM/Technology Courses
We infuse the existing science curriculum with leading edge content and create new courses that enable students to choose key STEM subject areas to explore. The ability to explore leading edge topics helps students make informed choices about post-secondary and beyond.
The humanities are a critical part of education, providing insights into our world and the human experience. The ability to communicate, comprehend written sources, and explore different points of view are important. Helping to provide a framework for critical thinking, development of creativity, and persuasive skills, English Language Arts and Social Studies complete a well-rounded education and we value their importance.
Developing students’ collaborative skills is important and has been identified by post-secondary institutions and industry as a critical proficiency.
We lead by example through collaborations with post-secondary institutions, industry, and government to ensure our curriculum is constantly refreshed with the latest knowledge, research, and trends.
Interested in research competitions, math contests, cybersecurity competitions? Looking to join a school sports team? Have a passion for solving global quality of life issues? Our after school clubs and extracurricular activities are designed to be responsive to student interests and further connect our students to local, national, and international communities.
We infuse the existing science curriculum with leading edge content and create new courses that enable students to choose key STEM subject areas to explore. The ability to explore leading edge topics helps students make informed choices about post-secondary and beyond.
The humanities are a critical part of education, providing insights into our world and the human experience. The ability to communicate, comprehend written sources, and explore different points of view are important. Helping to provide a framework for critical thinking, development of creativity, and persuasive skills, English Language Arts and Social Studies complete a well-rounded education and we value their importance.
HumanitiesDeveloping students’ collaborative skills is important and has been identified by post-secondary institutions and industry as a critical proficiency.
We lead by example through collaborations with post-secondary institutions, industry, and government to ensure our curriculum is constantly refreshed with the latest knowledge, research, and trends.
CollaborationInterested in research competitions, math contests, cybersecurity competitions? Looking to join a school sports team? Have a passion for solving global quality of life issues? Our after school clubs and extracurricular activities are designed to be responsive to student interests and further connect our students to local, national, and international communities.
Extra Curricular ProgrammingSTEM Innovation Academy is a free public charter school for grades 7-12 in Calgary that offers an innovative educational program with a special focus on hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) learning. Charter schools have the same accountability as other public school boards, adhere to the Alberta Program of Studies, do not charge tuition, employ certificated teachers and are open to all students.
© 2022 STEM Innovation Academy. All rights reserved.
Junior High
1204 – 96 Avenue SW
Calgary AB, T2V 0Y1
Office Hours
Monday to Thursday 8am – 4pm
Friday 8am – 3pm
High School
Unit 150, 3553 31 St. NW
Calgary, AB T2L 2K7
Office Hours
Monday to Thursday 8am – 4pm
Friday 8am – 3pm
© 2022 Stem Innovation Academy. All rights reserved.