About Fort Worth
STEAM Academy
We're a tuition-free public charter middle school in Fort Worth, built from scratch by educators, families, and the community. This school exists because Fort Worth kids deserve a middle school that truly delivers for them.
It all Started With a Simple Question.
Fort Worth STEAM Academy was born from a simple but urgent question: What if middle school truly prepared students for high school and beyond?
Last year, just one in three middle school students in East Fort Worth were proficient in reading. Just one in five were proficient in math.
We started this school because we believed something different was possible. Not a school that tries harder and gets the same results. A school designed differently from the ground up — with structures, supports, and an instructional model built around how middle schoolers actually learn and grow.
What if middle school truly prepared students for high school and beyond?
Fort Worth STEAM Academy is our answer to that question. It's a school where students are known, supported, challenged, and celebrated. Where every day is structured and joyful. Where the goal isn't just to get kids to 9th grade — it's to get them there ready for the future.
What We Believe:
Our Mission
Our mission is to prepare all middle school students for success in high school, college, and career through a STEAM focused education, a joyful culture of high expectations, and robust community partnerships.
Our Vision
Fort Worth STEAM Academy students will receive an exceptional education that allows them to pursue careers in STEAM fields and become productive members of their communities in Fort Worth and beyond.
Our Values:
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We pursue excellence with urgency, discipline, and personal ownership. We deliver measurable results.
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We collaborate with intention, communicate directly, and hold each other to high standards
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We solve hard problems with bold thinking and fast action. We test, learn, and scale what works—because better is always possible.
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We improve constantly by learning fast, acting on feedback, and never settling for “good enough.”
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We put students at the center of every decision. Their growth, safety, and long-term success guide our actions, ensuring that every choice advances learning and opportunity.