
Design Challenge for 5th Graders Sees Success on Many Levels
“This project got them excited in a way they hadn’t before!” Rob van Nood shared about his latest challenge. As …

Endless Possibilities with Just a Few Blocks
#SAMSuccess story: Endless project possibilities with just a few blocks! Mount Nittany Elementary School’s universal STEM program is now in …

Why Teachers Choose SAM Labs
#SAMSuccess stories: Why Teachers Choose SAM Labs From STEAM and Learn to Code courses, to the Maker and Creator Specialty …

Making STEAM Lessons the Highlight of the Week with SAM Labs
#SAMSuccess story: Making STEAM Lessons the Highlight of the Week Customer: Shorewood Elementary, Highline School District Teacher: Sarah Gerhardt Grade(s) …

The Joy of Teaching STEAM through “Tinkering with Technology”
#SAMSuccess story Customer: Catlin Gabel School, Portland, OR Teacher: Rob van Nood (Education Technology Specialist) Grade(s) taught: Preschool all the …

STREAM on Wheels, Driving Tailored Learning Experiences
#SAMSuccess story: STREAM on wheels! Driving tailored learning experiences in Gresham-Barlow School District District: Gresham-Barlow School District (GBSD) Educator: Roger …

SAM Labs Maker Course Helps At-Risk Students Work on STEM Skills
As an educator, how do you reach kids who are not interested in school? You help them build skateboards. At …

Mission Stars: Bringing Orlando Science Center to Inpatient Students
From its interactive exhibit halls, labs and workshops, to an observatory and seasonal experiences, Orlando Science Center’s (OSC’s) mission is …

Launch Announcement: Successful Teacher Accelerator Program
What is the STAR Program? SAM Labs’ Successful Teacher AcceleratoR (STAR) Program is a free, personalized instructional coaching program aimed …

Interview with STEM presidential finalist + free ebook, wall poster and video
Niall SheedyNiall is an EdTech writer eager to spread the word about STEAM and coding. Having previously taught as an …

Why Physical Connections Create Learning Success in K-12 Education
“The key to pursuing excellence is to embrace an organic, long-term learning process, and not to live in a shell …