The Small Schools STEAM Challenge Spectacular is a collaborative initiative designed to bring together neighboring remote country schools in the Riverina, NSW. By leveraging the unique geographical and economic context of our region, this challenge transforms the National Science Week vision into a tangible, hands-on experience for students who often face geographical barriers to major…
Topic: Agriculture
Planting the Seeds of Science at Sacred Heart College
To celebrate Science Week and this year’s theme, “Seeds of Science,” students will make flower seed bombs from local seeds. These can be taken home and planted, helping grow native plants while reminding us that science ideas grow when we nurture them!
NEST STEM Challenge at Narrabeen Sports High School
During National Science Week, Year 8 students from Narrabeen Sports High School will lead a 2.5-hour STEM design challenge with Year 5 and 6 students in three events across three local primary schools. The session will begin with an interactive discussion about seed adaptations in Australian environments, the impact of bushfires on ecosystems, and how…
Best Start for Seeds at St Columba College
Finding the Best Start for Seeds: A Soil Science Mission What does it take to give a seed the best possible start? Join the young scientists of St Columba College as they embark on a hands-on mission to uncover the secrets hidden beneath our feet. Participants will investigate how rocks become soil, discover the living…
Accrete A Planet and Seed Library – Science show and workshops
Accrete a Planet + Seed Library Following on from HIC’s 2025 investigation of the Earth and its surrounding neighborhood of planets, the students of Holy Innocents will conduct an analogue experiment to grow a new planet for our Solar System … to replace Pluto after it was kicked out. This process will explore the stages…
Sowing the Seeds of Success at Griffith High School
Our Science Week project now culminates in participation in the Australian Agricultural Centre’s “AI in Agriculture – Empowering the Next Generation” program on Thursday 20th August in Griffith. Students begin with a school‑based agritech investigation using NDVI sensors, Brix refractometers, and iPad data tools to analyse plant performance. Working with the IT faculty, they convert…
Sugar Crystal Contest at Kalkie State School
Seeds of Science: The Sugar Crystal Challenge! Are you ready to grow something truly sweet this Science Week? This year’s theme is “Seeds of Science: Nurturing Knowledge for All”, and we’re challenging every class to unleash their inner scientist! Get your beakers, spoons, and sugar out because… It’s a SCHOOL-WIDE SUGAR CRYSTAL SHOWDOWN! It’s class vs class…
STEM Day For Girls
Our special event is all about showing girls in Stage 2 and Stage 3 that science, technology, engineering and math aren’t just school subjects – or just for boys – they’re exciting pathways to real‑world careers where women can shine. During the day, students will participate in up to three hands‑on STEM projects, each linked…
Science at Central
This National Science Week, join UNE Discovery Voyager and UNE Botany academics as we explore the processes that sustain plant life on Earth, to appreciate the wonders of science. We will explore the humble seed as a key to unlock the captivating world of plant life, bridging connections between soil science, ecosystems, art, and biology….
Pre Primary Visit Apace Nursery in North Fremantle
Seeds of Science a collaboration between Fremantle Primary School and Apace Nursery in North Fremantle Wednesday 19th or Thursday 20th August A hands-on interactive programme for Pre Primary students at FPS. Bus to APACE Nursery Johannah St, North Fremantle. Meet and Greet Apace Zoe – toilets River blessing / Acknowledgment of country – Prawn bay …