STEAM

Welcome to 2023. 

In the STEAM space, we have started the year strongly with students across Years 7 to 10 exposed to various STEM-related activities.  

Students from the Year 9 ARTECH classes recently took part in an experience related to Energy and Sustainability. They used the STELR kits to analyse the rising energy costs. This Inquiry-based learning program engaged and challenged students to think about Sustainability housing. 

Students also investigated the causes and effects of climate change and explored the concept of conservation and efficiency of energy. Students also connected circuits and designed their own Inquiry questions. 

The Year 10 Robotics class also visited the Yarra Ranges Tech School where they took part in a program that introduced them to horticulture and agricultural practices. Students investigated the current trends and explored the application of technology and innovation that could benefit agricultural practices. Students understood the needs of growers and farmers to maximise production yields while improving sustainability. 

That is not all this year we have started a brand-new STEAM club called Tournament of Minds that meets every Tuesday and Thursday. TOMs is an International competition where students are involved in problem-solving. Its aim is to enhance students’ potential by developing diverse skills, enterprise, time management, and the discipline to work collaboratively within a challenging and competitive environment. There are four categories to choose from ARTS, STEM, Language and Literature and Social Sciences.  

Tournament of Minds is an opportunity for students with a passion for learning and problem-solving to demonstrate skills and talents in an exciting, vibrant, and public way. We are looking forward for teams to joining our very first TOMs competition this year. 

Tooba Awais

LEARNING SPECIALIST – STEAM