CSAA STEAM Program

Carlos Santana Arts Academy, a Title 1 elementary school with a Spanish Dual Language Program, and full inclusion school in North Hills. Our student body faces a variety of everyday difficulties related to their socioeconomic realities.  

At Carlos Santana Arts Academy, a critical part of our educational foundation is our beloved STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) program. STEAM offers our students much more than just academic enrichment. Due to funding, we are at risk of losing our STEAM program for the 2024-2025 school year and beyond. 

Our STEAM teacher, Mr. Steffes, has a background in special education. Mr. Steffes ensures a thoughtfully designed curriculum accessible to all students. He provides tailored support and differentiation, excelling in creating inclusive classroom experiences. A strong advocate for student needs, Mr. Steffes maintains clear communication with parents and the educational team, making him a vital asset to our campus.  

Losing Mr. Steffes and our STEAM program would be a devastating loss to our school community and academic program. We believe that strong STEAM educational experiences are critical to preparing students for success, especially for those from vulnerable backgrounds. With your support, we hope to not only restore our program but also secure its future.  

We are seeking your assistance in two potential ways:  

1. Connections: We are seeking support in connections to businesses you feel may be able to donate to our STEAM program. 

1. Direct Funding: Your financial support through Direct Funding is crucial for the future of our STEAM program.  This financial assistance will allow us to continue offering this transformative program, but also retain the expertise of Mr. Steffes, a key figure in its success. With your investment, we can ensure a lasting impact on the lives of our students. 

Become a supporter of STEAM Education at Carlos Santana Arts Academy by directly contributing to our STEAM Program. By doing so, you will help keep STEAM education available for all grades at our school.

Your tax-deductible donation helps keep STEAM alive at CSAA, giving more students the opportunity to experience the wonders of science, design, and innovation through engaging, hands-on learning activities.

You will be providing educational experiences that are critical to preparing students for the future. Your donation is extremely appreciated and tax-deductible.

Please Make Donation Check to:

CARLOS SANTANA ARTS ACADEMY

Please Write: “DONATION TO FUND CARLOS SANTANA ARTS ACADEMY STEAM PROGRAM" on the bottom left of the check.

Mailing Address: 9301 Columbus Ave, North Hills, CA 91343

We kindly ask that you include a donation letter with your check. In the letter, please specify your email address so we can provide a receipt of donation and a tax donation receipt.