Learning Through Discovery

At Alpine Christian School, we believe students should not just be consumers of knowledge—they should be creators, explorers, and problem-solvers. Our STEM/STEAM program empowers students to engage in hands-on, real-world learning that fosters curiosity, innovation, and a heart for service.

Aligned with the NAD curriculum vision, our STEM/STEAM approach integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math through meaningful projects, cross-curricular units, and Christ-centered inquiry.

A Dream in Progress: Our STEM/STEAM Lab Project

During the 2024–2025 school year, we officially launched our long-term vision for a dedicated STEM/STEAM lab at Alpine Christian School. With the enthusiastic support of our community and the blessing of various fundraising initiatives, we’ve made significant progress:

• The physical space has been established and prepared

• We’ve begun acquiring STEM kits, building tools, and learning materials

• Teachers are receiving support and training in project-based learning

• Students are already participating in pilot projects and early STEM challenges

During the 2024–2025 school year, Alpine Christian School launched an exciting long-term initiative: the creation of our dedicated STEM/STEAM learning lab. Thanks to generous donors and the support of our school community, the physical space has been built and equipped with foundational resources and kits.

We are now preparing for full operation of the lab during the 2025–2026 school year, where students in grades PK–8 will explore hands-on learning in robotics, coding, electronics, engineering, and more.

Help Us Finish the Mission

We still need the support of kindhearted individuals and families who believe in Christian education rooted in innovation and creativity.

• If you would like to help us continue equipping the lab with essential tools, devices, and STEAM kits, we invite you to support our program through our Amazon Wish List.

Click below to view and donate an item today:

Support Our STEAM Lab – Amazon Wish List

If donating through Amazon, please make sure to use our school’s shipping address so that items are delivered directly to us: 

Alpine Christian School

325 N. Alpine Rd.

Rockford, IL 61107

You can also drop off donations in person at the school —we’d love to thank you in person!

Ways You Can Support:

• Donate materials through our Amazon Wish List. Scan the QR code to view the list and choose an item to sponsor!
• Give a financial donation. Every dollar helps us get closer to a fully functional STEAM space.
• Share our mission. Spread the word with your church, workplace, or anyone passionate about education.

Thank you for supporting creative, Christ-centered, and future-ready education. Together, we’re building a space where children dream, create, and grow with purpose.

Why STEAM? Why Now? 

Adding the Arts to STEM recognizes that innovation also requires imagination. Our program blends engineering with expression, and math with meaning. We want students to see that:

• Creativity and critical thinking go hand in hand

• Solutions to problems require both logic and empathy

• Faith and science are not enemies—they are partners in exploring truth

In a world shaped by rapid change and technology, Alpine is preparing students with the skills to adapt and the faith to lead.

What Students Experience

From PK through Grade 8, our students engage in age-appropriate STEM/STEAM activities such as:

• Building simple machines and circuits

• Launching model rockets

• Coding robots and animations

• Solving design challenges

• Creating musical instruments

• Studying environmental systems

• Participating in science fairs and group exhibitions

All while exploring how their gifts, minds, and hands can be used to serve others and glorify God.

Community-Supported Growth

This exciting initiative would not be possible without:

• Parent donations and sponsorships

• Community and church partnerships

• Grants and resource development

• A shared vision of preparing students for a world they will shape with wisdom and faith

The Future is Faith-Fueled

We are not building this STEM/STEAM lab to keep up with the world—we are building it to equip our students to transform it. Rooted in biblical truth, our students will explore God’s creation with wonder, use technology with responsibility, and solve problems with compassion.

“Success in any line demands a definite aim. He who would achieve true success in life must keep steadily in view the aim worthy of his endeavor: to be like Christ.”
— E.G. White, Education, p.18

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