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American Samoa Government - PR002-12232025
Posted: December 23, 2025
STEAM Family Day Celebrates Youth, Innovation, and Community
at DYWA Tafuna Facility
TAFUNA, American Samoa - Families, students, educators, and community partners gathered on Saturday, December 20, for STEAM Family Day, a community-centered event focused on “Sustaining Hope through STEAM.” The event highlighted Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) as vital pathways for youth development, workforce readiness, and community resilience in American Samoa.
STEAM Family Day was hosted by OceaniaCDN, in partnership with the American Samoa Environmental Protection Agency (AS-EPA), Department of Youth & Women’s Affairs (DYWA), and members of the STEAM Education Initiative (SEI) Network. The event provided hands-on activities, career exposure, educational resources, and cultural performances designed to engage youth and families during the school break.
The program opened with an invocation by Pastor Ioane Tailiki of Jesus Saves AOG Nuuuli, followed by welcoming remarks and leadership messages. Lieutenant Governor Pulu shared brief remarks emphasizing the importance of investing in young people and nurturing their potential through education and opportunity.
“Our youth are the future of this territory,” said Lieutenant Governor Pulu. “When we invest in STEAM education, we are investing in their dreams, their skills, and their ability to lead American Samoa forward with hope and innovation.”
The organizers also acknowledged the Governor’s Representative Executive Advisor Lorena Seu for attending on behalf of the Governor and showing leadership support for STEAM education and youth engagement across the territory.
Community & Youth Highlights
Youth leadership and talent were on full display throughout the event, including:
● Tafuna High School VEX Robotics and Drone Team
● Tafuna High School Science Club
● Tafuna High School Guitar Club
These students demonstrated how classroom learning connects to real-world skills, innovation, and future careers.
Partner Engagement
STEAM Family Day was made possible through the collective support of numerous partners, including:
● American Samoa Environmental Protection Agency (AS-EPA)
● Department of Youth & Women’s Affairs (DYWA)
● Department of Agriculture
● ASCC – ACNR (4-H, EFNEP, Agriculture, and Forestry Programs)
● Utah National Guard
● NOAA Weather Service Office (WSO)
● LBJ Dental Outreach Team
● Downtime with Dee
● OceaniaCDN STEAM
Arts, Culture & Community Spirit
The event’s cultural and artistic program featured outstanding performances by:
● Arts Council Choir, under the leadership of Maestro Pati Pati
● Ieru Girls & Faatamalii Productions
● Toa o le Afi Champion, Mr. Amona Fanene
Special Thanks Organizers extend sincere appreciation to:
● J&E Production for venue decoration, family photo booth and event setup
● All-Star for banners and graphic design support
● Jesus Saves AOG Nuuuli Youth Group for volunteering and serving families throughout the event
● KS Mart for raffle giveaways
● ASTCA for providing Wi-Fi connectivity
Most importantly, gratitude is extended to the families and students who attended and made STEAM Family Day a meaningful and inspiring community experience.
STEAM Family Day reflects a shared commitment to nurturing youth, strengthening families, and building a future-ready workforce through education, collaboration, and hope.
For more information about future STEAM events and partnership opportunities, please contact: oceaniacdn.info@gmail.com
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