What happens when curious minds from five small schools come together for a day of discovery, challenge and hands-on science?

During National Science Week, Wiangaree Public School will host a full-day STEM learning event bringing together students from 4–5 neighbouring small schools. Students will work alongside peers from other schools, building new friendships while exploring the exciting world of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Students will be grouped into Early Stage 1/Stage 1, Stage 2 and Stage 3 learning teams and rotate through three interactive STEM investigation stations. At each station, students will become scientists, engineers and problem-solvers as they tackle real-world challenges through hands-on experiments and investigations.

Students will design and test structures, explore exciting chemical reactions, and investigate environmental science through observation, experimentation and data collection. They will make predictions, measure and record results, identify patterns, discuss findings and use scientific vocabulary to explain their thinking. Activities will encourage curiosity, creativity, teamwork and critical thinking while developing important STEM skills.

The collaborative format allows students from small rural schools to experience learning opportunities that would not normally be possible within their own school setting. Teachers will share expertise across stage groups, ensuring activities are engaging, challenging and appropriate for all learners.

Following the event, students will return to their schools and continue their investigations through classroom activities, presentations and displays. They will share their discoveries with classmates, families and their local communities, extending the impact of the event beyond National Science Week.

Science in Action Day will inspire students to ask questions, think deeply, solve problems and discover how STEM helps us understand and improve the world around us.