217. Lessons for Starting A STEAM Program with K-4 STEAM Teachers from Ladue School District

Podcast: The Elementary STEM Coach Podcast · Naomi Meredith

Opublikowano: 2026-09-22

In this episode, I’m joined by four elementary STEAM teachers who worked together to build a brand-new K–4 STEAM program across their district: Kristina Lodes, Jenny Bradley, Miranda Berry, and Mary Linneman. We’re chatting about what that process actually looked like—from defining their roles and creating a curriculum to working with a budget, using materials they already had, and figuring out how to fit robotics, coding, engineering, makerspace, 3D printing, and more into a meaningful learning experience for students. You’ll also hear about some of the biggest successes they’ve had along the wa...