Why is STEAM Learning Important?

Why is STEAM Learning Important?

Hands-on STEAM learning—Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics—has become essential in preparing students for the modern world. It equips learners with critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills that are vital for success in today’s...
What is STEAM?

What is STEAM?

STEAM is an educational approach that combines Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics into an integrated learning framework. It builds on the STEM model but adds the Arts to emphasize creativity, design, and innovation. The goal of STEAM is to prepare...
Who is the Creative Learning Alliance/Schroeder Family Exploreum?

Who is the Creative Learning Alliance/Schroeder Family Exploreum?

We are The Creative Learning Alliance — a 501(c)(3) nonprofit on a mission to spark curiosity, ignite imagination, and inspire discovery for people of all ages. Our vision is simple but powerful: hands-on learning fueled by play. The idea took root in 2017 within...
CLA Wins Downtown Window Contest

CLA Wins Downtown Window Contest

We are excited to announce that the Creative Learning Alliance won Best Use of Theme (March of the Toys) in the Downtown Joplin Alliance window contest! Of course if you saw our windows, it’s no surprise. Window builders Kara Arnce, Lori Good, Kitty Ward, Cean...