Steppingstone School

06/02/2026

05/22/2026

Ready to make Summer 2026 unforgettable?

Registration is officially OPEN for our Steppingstone Summer Camps!

From hands-on engineering and game design to creative fiber arts and baking, we have two incredible strands of weekly camps designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence.

Whether your child wants to build simple machines, program their own video game, or dive into scientific research, there’s an adventure waiting for them.

Dates: June 22 – July 31

Secure your spot today: Register online at bit.ly/SteppingstoneSC26 or scan the QR code on our flyer!

05/20/2026

From West African folklore to the cartouches of Ancient Egypt, our students brought history and art to life! Last week’s Fine Art Fest at Steppingstone was a spectacular display of creativity and student voice. Our artists didn't just present their visual art; they took center stage to speak articulately about their work, giving insight into their inspirations and techniques.

Highlights from this year’s integrated showcase included: A brilliant, high-energy performance of the classic West African folktale Anansi the Spider! A gorgeous display of personalized hieroglyphic cartouches, created as part of our deep dive into the history and culture of Ancient Egypt.

Watching our students bridge history, literature, and the fine arts while confidently presenting to a live audience is exactly what makes our curriculum so unique. Swipe through to see our young actors, historians, and artists in action!

05/19/2026

At Steppingstone School, we are committed to the development of the whole child by providing an environment that supports the academic, intellectual, social, physical, and emotional growth of gifted learners.

05/18/2026

Every child deserves an education that rises to meet their potential. Yet, for gifted children, standard educational models often fall short. It is estimated that while two to five percent of our population is gifted—crossing all ethnic, racial, and gender lines—too many children are left behind due to deeply rooted myths and institutional misconceptions about how they learn. Advanced intellect doesn't mean a child will 'just figure it out on their own.' In fact, gifted children face distinct cognitive, social, and emotional complexities that require a fundamentally different approach.

For nearly 40 years, Steppingstone School in Plymouth, Michigan, has stood as a specialized answer to this challenge. As an independent, ISACS-accredited, non-profit K-8 elementary and middle school, we don’t just modify the standard curriculum—we build an educational home from the ground up tailored exclusively for gifted minds.

05/05/2026

A glimpse into the unique SMART Center of Steppingstone School. The only ESR lab in the world designed specifically for young scientists.

03/23/2026

🍫 Sweeten the Auction

Donate to Our Chocolate Basket & Gift Card Tree! 🎁
Two of the most popular attractions at the Steppingstone School Benefit Auction are returning again this year — the Pick-A-Prize Chocolate Basket and the Gift Card Tree — and we need your help to make them extra special!

We are currently collecting donations for these beloved auction items. For the Chocolate Basket, we are looking for unique or specialty chocolates that will make this prize irresistible. For the Gift Card Tree, donations of gift cards in any amount to any business are greatly appreciated. Restaurants, coffee shops, stores, and local services all make wonderful additions.

These two baskets are always a hit with guests and help support Steppingstone’s programs and mission to nurture the whole child.

If you would like to contribute, donations can be dropped off during regular school hours.

To coordinate your donation, please call 248-957-8200 or email [email protected].

03/20/2026

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the Steppingstone School Benefit Auction —not just for the excitement of bidding, but for a menu that’s sure to delight every palate! Make sure to follow our auction page for weekly updates!

🍽️ Savor the Night — A Delicious Preview of Our Auction Menu!

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the Steppingstone 33rd Annual Benefit Auction —not just for the excitement of bidding, but for a menu that’s sure to delight every palate!

We are especially excited to share that our Irish Shortbread is generously donated by Mad Dwarf Bakery —adding a special local touch to an already incredible evening.

03/20/2026

🔬✨ SCIENCE IN ACTION — THANK YOU, SCHIFF FAMILY! ✨🔬

We are incredibly grateful to the Schiff Family (Jewgenija Schiff & Robert Schiff) for granting our wish for a microscope video camera—and what a difference it’s already making!

Last week in our Upper Elementary Science class inside the SMART Center лаборатory, students experienced microscopic life like never before.

🦠 On the screen: a fascinating Blepharisma—a single-celled ciliate that feeds on bacteria—captured in motion!
With the help of the video camera, students were able to:
🔍 Observe live movement in real time
🔍 Compare organisms directly with their own microscope slides
🔍 Independently identify what they discovered

Guided by Dr. Morse, students—including Finn, Aurelia, Francis, and Fin—engaged in true hands-on scientific exploration, building both confidence and curiosity.

This is what learning looks like at Steppingstone:
✨ Inquiry-driven
✨ Hands-on
✨ Student-led discovery

💛 Thank you again to the Schiff Family for helping bring science to life for our students!