Statesboro STEAM Electives 26-27

🎨 Visual Arts - Unleash your creativity and bring your imagination to life! In this hands-on course, students explore the elements of art and principles of design through drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media. Whether you're a budding artist or just love to create, this class is your studio for self-expression. 

🥘 Home Economics - Whip up something delicious while learning life-ready skills! From cooking and nutrition to budgeting and sewing, this class teaches everyday essentials through fun, hands-on projects that build confidence and independence.

🗣️ MS Spanish - ¡Bienvenidos! Discover the beauty of Spanish language and culture through music, conversation, and interactive activities. This beginner-friendly course makes learning Spanish fun, useful, and culturally rich—preparing students to be global citizens.

💇💅Glam and Glow - Snip, style, and shine! In this hands-on class, students dive into the world of beauty—learning hair, nails, skincare, and makeup techniques to unleash their creativity and confidence. Get ready to glow up and glam out! 

🏃 PE (Physical Education) - Get moving, stay active, and challenge yourself! PE is more than just sports—it’s about teamwork, goal setting, and personal fitness. With a mix of games, workouts, and wellness challenges, you’ll build strength, stamina, and school spirit.

🎮 Gaming + -- Play. Build. Compete. Learn! This isn't just about gaming—it's about exploring the world of game design, strategy, storytelling, and teamwork. Whether you’re into Minecraft, logic puzzles, or game creation, this course is your playground for innovation.

🌌 Astronomy - Blast off into the cosmos! Explore stars, planets, galaxies, and the mysteries of the universe. This course mixes scientific discovery with real-world stargazing, interactive simulations, and mind-blowing facts that will have you looking at the sky in a whole new way.

💻 Intro to Digital Technology - Power up your future! Learn the digital skills that drive the modern world—from coding basics and design thinking to staying safe online. Perfect for beginners, this course is your first step into the exciting world of tech.

⌨️ Keyboarding helps students build the typing skills they need for success in school and beyond. Students will learn proper keyboarding techniques, correct finger placement, posture, and accuracy while increasing their typing speed through engaging practice activities and interactive challenges. Throughout the course, students will develop confidence using technology as they prepare for digital learning, research, writing, and future career readiness.

🧘 Yoga/Body Works introduces students to the benefits of movement, flexibility, strength, and mindfulness through fun and engaging activities. Students will explore beginner yoga poses, stretching routines, breathing techniques, and body awareness exercises that promote balance, coordination, and overall wellness. Throughout the course, students will develop healthy habits, improve physical fitness, and learn strategies for managing stress while building confidence in a positive and supportive environment.

🎉Event Planning and Artistic Design - Dream it, plan it, make it happen! This creative course combines art, organization, and innovation to plan real-life school events. From theme design to décor to logistics, students become the masterminds behind unforgettable moments.

🌍 Earth Systems and Exploration - Dig deep and reach high as we explore Earth’s powerful systems! From volcanoes to weather patterns to ecosystems, this course is a science-filled adventure packed with labs, models, and interactive challenges that bring our planet’s wonders to life.

🧵 Sewing Class: Stitch, sew, and show off your style! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn to thread a needle, work a sewing machine, and create fabulous fabric projects from start to finish. Whether you're patching up or crafting something totally new, this class is sew much fun! ✂️🪡

🧥 Fashion Design - Get ready to sketch, curate, and strut your stuff! In this fun and creative class, you’ll design outfits, play with fabric, do a little upcycling and bring your fashion ideas to life. Learn how styles are made from start to finish—then show off your creations in a mini runway show. No experience needed—just bring your imagination and your flair for fashion!

🏃 PE (Physical Education) - Get moving, stay active, and challenge yourself! PE is more than just sports—it’s about teamwork, goal setting, and personal fitness. With a mix of games, workouts, and wellness challenges, you’ll build strength, stamina, and school spirit.

🎲Table Top Gaming Adventures - Let your imagination run wild! In this class, dive into epic role-playing games like D&D and Kids on Bikes, create awesome diorama scenes, build unforgettable characters with backstories, and learn strategies to level up your gameplay. Whether you're a storyteller, artist, or strategist, there's a place at the table for you!

🎨 Visual Arts - Unleash your creativity and bring your imagination to life! In this hands-on course, students explore the elements of art and principles of design through drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media. Whether you're a budding artist or just love to create, this class is your studio for self-expression.

🎸Test out your musical prowess by joining the band to create unique, fun and inspiring music for all to enjoy. Try your hand at different instruments to find your jam.

🍽️ Cooking Around the World takes students on a culinary journey as they explore foods, flavors, and traditions from cultures across the globe. Through hands-on cooking experiences, students will prepare a variety of international dishes while learning about the history, geography, and customs that make each cuisine unique. Along the way, they will develop basic cooking techniques, kitchen safety skills, and an appreciation for the diverse cultures that bring people together through food.

🎉Event Planning and Artistic Design - Dream it, plan it, make it happen! This creative course combines art, organization, and innovation to plan real-life school events. From theme design to décor to logistics, students become the masterminds behind unforgettable moments.

📸 Yearbook/Photo Journalism gives students the opportunity to capture the memories and stories that define the school year. Students will learn the fundamentals of photography, interviewing, journalistic writing, page design, and visual storytelling while documenting school events, student life, and special moments. Throughout the course, students will develop skills in teamwork, creativity, and digital media as they help design and produce a yearbook that preserves the history and spirit of their school.

🧙‍♂️🦸‍♀️🧛‍♀️Character Quest: Inside the Mind - Unleash your imagination diving into the minds of heroes, villains, and everything in between! In this lively class, you'll explore what makes characters tick, create your own unforgettable personalities, and bring them to life through games, stories, and creative fun. You will explore and learn through several mediums from television, movies, short stories and audio.