Our vision for STEM education is founded on a comprehensive TK-12 program centered around design-thinking, entrepreneurship, problem-based learning, and project development, all within a culture of collaboration and exploration.
Junior High STEM Project $5.5 MILLION
IMAGINE
undeveloped space on the 2nd floor of the Junior High Gym transformed and renovated for future-ready STEM learning.
JUNIOR HIGH GYMNASIUM
2nd Floor
Vision for STEM & Innovation Learning
GRADES TK-12
The vision for STEM education at Loma Linda Academy is founded on a comprehensive TK-12 program of design-thinking, entrepreneurship, problem-based learning, and project development, all within a culture of collaboration and exploration.
NEW Space for STEM Learning
JUNIOR HIGH
The renovation plans for the 2nd floor of the Junior High Gymnasium is an essential part of our STEM and innovation learning vision for grades TK-12.
The second floor is undeveloped and unfurnished. The space is ready to become the home of our new Junior High STEM WING. With your help, the new classrooms and labs will become a reality.
Fundraising Junior High Gymnasium 2nd Floor
Junior High STEM Project $5.5 MILLION
WHAT
Loma Linda Academy’s vision for STEM, innovation and designthinking for grades TK-12 includes plans to create a future-focused instructional space for our Junior High. The new STEM WING on the second floor of the Junior High gymnasium will provide larger classrooms and labs equipped for coding, 3D printing, design and innovation.
WHY
We are preparing our Junior High students for the future by helping them develop the innovation and design-thinking skills crucial for success in our changing world. We have found that school facilities and resources can have a profound impact on student outcomes Our curriculum is ready and waiting to adapt and grow with new resources and space.
FINANCING
4.5-5.5 Million
Loan fom Pacific Union Conference
$300,000
Contribution from Southeastern California Conference of Seventh-day Adventist
TIMELINE
March 2023
Renovation begins
August 2023
Renovation complete
FUNDRAISING
Goal: $1,000,000
Naming and recognition opportunities available.
STEM is important because it helps students work together in labs. It helps us think outside of the box and be creative. – Audra, student
What do teachers say?
“I see a huge potential for what students can do. They can build on those skills when they get to high school.”
STEM helps develop innovation skillsets which we can use in the future.
– Logan, student
I’m thankful for what Loma Linda Academy has to offer me and my academic growth. – Yehbin, student
“As we look at the skills that our students need, we want to provide them with opportunities to practice those skills in the classroom.”
The academic curriculum at Loma Linda Academy can be challenging but it helps me learn better.
- Ari, student
“We need a space that is collaborative and safe for a future-ready curriculum in science and STEM classes.”
GIVE
Leave a legacy and transform our Junior High campus for generations to come.
Maria Stratton Vice-Principal, Junior High
Iveth Valenzuela Head of Schools
Amy Cornwall Principal, Junior High
Richard Brooks Business Manager
MEET THE TEAM
Finny Parchamento Advancement Marketing Officer
Fonny Oei Director of Advancement
