INCLUSIVE EDUCATION CENTRE NEWS
STEM
In the Inclusive Education Centre students are exposed to many different learning activities. One of these activities is Technology. Mr Tim O’Neill Yee has been working with students learning about drones, their usefulness and capabilities. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) offers exciting opportunities for every student to shine. STEM activities are designed to include everyone, encouraging teamwork, creativity, and hands-on learning. As students explore technology, English, and maths together, they also develop important social skills, like sharing ideas and working respectfully with others. We celebrate the unique strengths and talents each student brings, and through projects such as coding, building, and experimenting, everyone gets to experience success and growth. STEM in our classroom is all about learning together, building confidence, and preparing for the future—no matter our individual abilities.
On Friday Mr O'Neill Yee and student Joel Burke entertained Mrs Jane and the students in MC2 by having the drone come to say hello. Joel B has written a piece on his experience.
DJI Drone
By Joel B (Yr 7)
In MC4 tech we set up and flew a drone. A controller was used hooked up to a phone which allowed us to view the drone through its camera. We set a height and distance on the drone so it could be only flown at that height and distance. We controlled the drone from down the back and flew it to the front. The drone was easy to fly and lots of fun was had by all.
Building Fun and Learning Together: Our Hopscotch Project in the IEC
Recently, students in our IEC faculty worked together to build a hopscotch game for their break times. This creative project involved English, Maths, and PDHPE, as students practiced language skills, measured and counted, and developed physical coordination. Importantly, through PDHPE, students also built essential social skills by working collaboratively, communicating effectively, and supporting each other throughout the project.
Everyone was actively engaged, sharing ideas and working as a team. The hopscotch game has become a popular spot for fun, encouraging students to collaborate, and build friendships. It’s a wonderful example of how hands-on learning in the IEC can bring students together and help them develop confidence in both their skills and social connections—all while having fun.
