INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERERATION OF INNOVATORS
At The STEAM Project, we believe in empowering our youth by providing them with the tools & skills needed to succeed. By making learning engaging and fun, our students are inspired to continue exploring the possibilities of the world around them!
Our Core Values
Stay Curious
We encourage students to continue being curious about the world around them, which helps create a passion for learning.
Think Like An Inventor
We encourage students to use problem-based thinking to come up with new ideas to help others.
Develop Your Skills
We are always learning how to use new tools and technologies, and practice skills in order to improve.
Our Approach to Teaching
How to Give Your Child the Education They Deserve
Step 1
Browse our website to find the perfect program for your child.
Step 2
Register for the program online, or contact us directly if you have any questions.
Step 3
Watch your child gain confidence to try new things and develop a new passion for learning.
Meet Our Founder
James (Jay) Wengle, MSc, BEd
Founder/Executive Director
Jay has spent over 15 years as an educator with the York Region District School Board. His past experiences include being a program director at Camp Manitou, a professor at York University, a researcher at Sick Kids Hospital, as well as an educator at The York Centre. His vision for the STEAM Project is to create and expand the program to inquisitive children, and to give the opportunities unavailable to him as a child.
Meet Our Team Members
Our full-time team members are integral to The STEAM Project’s day-to-day operations. In addition to our full-time staff, The STEAM Project employs over 100 talented youth in seasonal and contract positions throughout the year.
Ailsa
Office Manager
Ailsa is the friendly face of The STEAM Project. She has a background in Advertising and Marketing Communications. With her extensive office administration experience, she helps parents both on the phone and in-person and helps to make sure all our programs run smoothly.
Sam
Camp Director & Education Manager
Sam has been working with The STEAM Project since 2017. She is an Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT), with her Bachelor of Science and Education. She helps to plan the educational programs offered at The STEAM Project to ensure they meet and exceed the Ontario school curriculum. Ailsa is the friendly face of The STEAM Project.
Arsalaan
Programs Manager
Arsalaan is our Programs Manager. With an Advanced Diploma in Electromechanical Engineering and a Bachelors in Manufacturing Engineering, he specializes in electronics, robotics, and design. He will be overseeing the camp and year-round programs while managing the staff to design and create educational projects for our students.
Spencer
Camp Director
Spencer has been involved in camps for the last several years, instructing and supervising a wide variety of programs, including sports, education, arts, and more. He has received a Specialized Honours Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and Health Science and possesses a passion for designing enjoyable and interactive recreational programs. His focus is to create an environment where children can learn through activities and develop physical literacy.
Have Any Questions?
Feel free to reach out if you need further information about our programs.
(289) 819-0178
office@thesteamproject.ca
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