STEAM
Empowering tomorrow’s thinkers, today.
At RCA, S.T.E.A.M. education is all about sparking curiosity, fueling creativity, and building confidence through hands-on learning. We believe students learn best when they're exploring, experimenting, and discovering how things work—whether that’s through science investigations, innovative tech projects, artistic expression, or engineering challenges.
Our approach blends imagination with innovation, encouraging students to ask big questions, try bold ideas, and bring their visions to life. Each area of our S.T.E.A.M. program offers a unique way to learn by doing—developing the skills, mindsets, and excitement that prepare them for the future.
Technology Lab
At RCA, our Technology Lab is where innovation comes to life. More than just computers and equipment, it's a space where students dive into real-world challenges using the same tools and techniques found in today’s top tech careers. From coding and robotics to 3D design and drone flight, students work collaboratively to solve problems, build prototypes, and bring creative ideas to life.
Throughout the year, students take on exciting projects like designing and printing their own 3D models, building and programming robots for competitions, and exploring aerodynamics through hands-on drone challenges. They learn to think critically, adapt quickly, and apply STEM principles in meaningful ways—whether it’s racing Sphero robots through a maze or engineering rocket parts for a future launch.
By combining technical skills with creativity and teamwork, the Technology Lab helps students grow into confident, capable innovators. It’s a space that prepares them not just for school, but for the world beyond—where technology, curiosity, and big ideas will take them far.
Makerspace Room
The Makerspace at RCA is a vibrant, hands-on environment where creativity leads and exploration thrives. It’s a place where students are encouraged to experiment, build, and bring their ideas to life using everyday materials and open-ended challenges. From crafting with cardboard and Makedo kits to designing with 3D pens and creating with LEGO, students develop the confidence to think outside the box and the skills to turn imagination into action.
Every corner of the Makerspace is designed to foster collaboration, curiosity, and resilience. Students work together to plan, test, and improve their creations—learning through trial and error and celebrating the process just as much as the final product. Whether they're sketching out a design, building a structure, or exploring artistic expression, each project builds essential skills in problem-solving, communication, and critical thinking.
It’s more than just a room—it’s a launchpad for ideas, where students are free to dream big, explore boldly, and discover the joy of learning by doing.
Science
Science at RCA is rooted in curiosity, exploration, and real-world connection. Through hands-on experiments, field studies, and collaborative projects, students don’t just learn scientific concepts—they experience them. Whether examining plant cells under a microscope, testing the pH of everyday liquids, or building working circuits from scratch, students are encouraged to ask questions, test ideas, and think critically about the world around them.
Our approach blends traditional scientific learning with dynamic, interactive experiences. Students might simulate an earthquake to test the stability of a structure they designed, analyze the efficiency of wing designs during a flight unit, or construct and test hydraulic machines. Visits to places like the local wastewater treatment plant and guest speakers from environmental centers help students see how science impacts their community and everyday lives.
From biology and physics to environmental science and engineering, RCA students are challenged to explore, experiment, and discover. It’s not just about memorizing facts—it’s about learning how to think like a scientist.