Small and safe community
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Meet Mike Slys
Educator. Community Builder. Founder of Lodestar STEM Academy.
Our Story
Why Mike Started Lodestar STEM Academy
Michael Slys has dedicated his career to inspiring young minds as a science educator, school administrator, and coach for nearly thirty years. Throughout his decades of leadership in education, he has remained deeply committed to cultivating student growth, academic excellence, and positive school culture.
At the core of his educational philosophy is a servant leadership mindset—leading through service, empathy, and active listening to support teachers, families, and students. Mike strongly advocates for project-based learning, believing in a "learning by doing" approach that transforms students from passive learners into active, self-directed problem solvers. Grounded in whole-human development, Mike prioritizes mindfulness, authenticity, and self-awareness in every learning environment he creates.
What Mike Believes
These are the convictions that shaped Lodestar STEM Academy from the very beginning.
Parent partnership and involvement
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Relationships over transactions
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The People
The Team Behind Lodestar STEM Academy
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About Lodestar STEM Academy
The quick facts about our learning community.
Ages Served9–14
Location[Neighborhood, City]
Schedule[e.g. Mon–Fri, 8:30am–3pm]
Enrollment2027–2028 school year · about 15 students
Year Founded[Year]
Learning ModelProject-based, STEM-integrated microschool
Getting Started
How to Enroll
We keep our process simple and personal. Here's what it looks like to join our community.
Reach Out
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Schedule a Visit
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Apply
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Welcome to the Community
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