"Inspiring Future Innovators: Empowering Every Learner Through STEAM"

•  At Fontana Unified School District, we envision a future where every student is empowered to think critically, create fearlessly, and innovate boldly. Through an equitable and inclusive STEAM education, we cultivate curiosity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills that prepare our students for success in an evolving world.
• Grounded in Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and 21st-century skills, our STEAM programs ignite a passion for science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics, fostering academic excellence, real-world application, and career readiness.
• We are committed to:
  • Equity & Access – Ensuring all students, regardless of background, have opportunities to engage in STEAM learning.
  • Hands-on Exploration – Providing inquiry-based, project-driven experiences that develop critical thinking.
  • Industry & Community Partnerships – Connecting students to real-world learning through collaborations with local businesses, colleges, and community leaders.
  • Teacher Innovation & Growth – Equipping educators with professional development and resources to implement high-quality STEAM instruction.
  • Future-Ready Skills – Preparing students for careers in STEM, arts, and beyond through digital literacy, computational thinking, and creative problem-solving.

• Together, we empower the next generation of scientists, engineers, artists, and leaders who will shape a better, more innovative.

"Empowering Learners, Igniting Innovation, and Shaping the Future Through STEAM"

Fontana Unified School District’s STEAM initiative is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and engaging learning environment where students develop critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills essential for success in a rapidly evolving world. Through hands-on, inquiry-based experiences, we empower students to explore science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics in meaningful ways, connecting learning to real-world applications and career pathways.

We are committed to:

• Providing equitable access to high-quality STEAM education for all students.
• Integrating Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), computational thinking, and design thinking across all grade levels.
• Building community and industry partnerships to enhance student experiences.
• Supporting teacher innovation through professional learning and collaboration.
• Encouraging students to become resilient problem solvers, ethical decision-makers, and creative leaders of tomorrow.

• If we provide all students with equitable access to high-quality, inquiry-driven, and hands-on STEAM learning experiences, supported by highly trained educators and real-world industry connections,
• then our students will develop the skills, confidence, and knowledge to excel in STEAM-related fields, contribute meaningfully to society, and become future-ready innovators who drive change in their communities and beyond.
• This vision will be realized through:
  • Rigorous & Engaging STEAM Curriculum – Grounded in NGSS, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and Ambitious Science Teaching frameworks.
  • Authentic Learning Experiences – Real-world problem-solving through project-based learning, maker spaces, and computational thinking.
  • Professional Learning for Educators – High-quality training to integrate STEAM into daily instruction.
  • Strategic Partnerships – Collaborations with colleges, businesses, and community organizations to expand opportunities.
  • Equity-Driven Approach – Ensuring all students, including historically underserved groups, have pathways to STEAM success.

By aligning curriculum, instruction, and professional learning with this vision, Fontana Unified will cultivate a generation of innovative thinkers and problem-solvers who are prepared for college, careers, and civic life in the 21st century.

September News Letter

 

 

Important Dates to Remember

9/24/2026 - ISEF Forms Parent Night at Almond Elementary School.  Time: 3:00 to 6:00

9/26/2026 - FUSD Science and Engineering Fair Site Lead Saturday Training. Location TBD

10/1/2026 - ISEF Forms Parent Night at Poplar Elementary School.  Time: 3:00 to 6:00

10/7/2026 - ISEF Forms Parent Night at AB Miller High School.  Time: 3:45 to 6:00

10/8/2026 - ISEF Forms Parent Night at Southridge Tec Middle School.  Time: 3:00 to 6:00

10/13/2026 - ISEF Forms Parent Night at DHIA Elementary School.  Time: 3:45 to 6:00

10/15/2026 - ISEF Forms Parent Night at  the District Office Enrollment Center Conference Room.  Time: 3:00 to 6:00

10/16/2025 11:59 PM  Forms a-g must be submitted to science fair leads at your site.

    a. Form R-Research Plan (FR)

     b. Hold Harmless Agreement Form    (HH)

     c.  ISEF Form 1 - Adult Sponsor/ Safety Assessment (F1)

     d. ISEF Form 1A - Checklist / Research Plan (F1A)

     e. ISEF Form 1B - Approval (F1B) 

     f. ISEF Form 3 - Risk Assessment (F3)

     g. SBCSS Media Release (MR)   

1/13/2027 - ISEF forms due on FUSD Site folders to include forms (H-i)     

h. Project Abstract (ABS)

i. Project Presentations Slides (PPS)

   

1/21/2027 - FUSD Science and Engineering Fair set-up day.

1/22/2027 - FUSD Science and Engineering Fair Judging Day.

1/29/2027 - FUSD Science and Engineering Fair Awards Assembly

2/19/2027 - SIMSWF Online Judging (County)

2/26/2027 - SIMSEF In-Person Junior/Senior Judging (County)

3/4/2027 - SIMSEF Awards Ceremony (County) 

4/10/2027 - CA Science and Engineering Fair (CSEF)

5/9/2027 to 5/14/2027 - International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF)  

February - June 2027 - Application for Thermo Fisher Junior Challenge Competition

 

 

Coming Soon! 

 

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