STEM

STEM

In STEM, students continue to celebrate their learning through hands-on experiences across all year levels. 

During our Physical Science unit, Prep students explored the many ways objects can move and how different forces influence movement. Through a range of hands-on investigations, they examined movement types such as spinning, rolling, sliding, bouncing, pushing, and pulling. Students developed their scientific observation and inquiry skills by predicting, testing, and describing the movements they observed in different environments, including both the classroom and the school yard. To conclude the unit, students applied their understanding of movement and forces in a creative design challenge. They designed their own playgrounds, carefully selecting equipment that demonstrated a variety of movement types. Their imaginative designs featured equipment such as spinning wheels, trampolines, sandpits, and climbing frames, showcasing their knowledge of how different movements are used in everyday play.

Our Grade 1 and 2 students followed a recipe to make Honey Joys in Food technology unit. They thoroughly enjoyed the activity, describing it as both fun and delicious while learning about food preparation and healthy ingredients.

Grade 3 and 4 students have been giving their best effort in designing board games, applying the Engineering Design Process. Their creativity and teamwork have been impressive, and their engagement in STEM projects has been outstanding. Meanwhile, Grade 5 and 6 students have been developing their design skills using Tinkercad. They have now begun 3D printing their Design and Technology projects, bringing their digital ideas to life.

It has been wonderful to see such enthusiasm, creativity, and collaboration across all year levels in STEM learning.