The students and staff at Sacred Heart will be investigating, experimenting and getting down and dirty in STEM. Between recess and lunch, the students will be split into upper and lower primary groups (around 19 students per group). Groups are a mix of students from different classes and grades. The groups will rotate between 5…
Topic: Chemistry and Materials
Molecular Gastronomy Pop Up Stalls
Students at Marsden SHS will have the opportunity to make liquid nitrogen ice cream and alginate gummy worms during their lunchtime during National Science Week. Science teachers and technicians will be on hand to explain the chemistry behind each of the molecular gastronomy experiments and students will be able to consume the treats that they…
Katherine South Primary School Science Extravaganza
The KSPS Science Extravaganza is an event that brings the Katherine South Primary School community together. The event takes place in the afternoon from 4pm-6pm. The extravaganza focusses on STEAM education with teachers and other community groups such as National Parks and Wildlife, Landcare and health organisations leading various activities. There are wide range of…
Marsden SHS Science Trivia Quiz
The Marsden SHS Science Trivia Quiz will be running during the week where our junior students will get to battle for the title of Marsden Science Trivia Master and win some prizes. Teams of four junior students are able to enter Stage 1 in a Kahoot science trivia quiz after which the top two teams…
Cool Desserts!
Participants will be introduced to the world of polymers by making edible liquid filled pearls that will be used to create a drink or dessert. In another room younger participants will learn how to make a quick ice-cream that they can then add a range of fruit purees for flavouring.
BrightMindz Academy Online Trivia
We are proud to present the second BrightMindz Academy Online Trivia event. Last year’s event was a huge success and was loved by all parents and children alike. This is a great opportunity to instil love of science in young students. Registration is essential. You can also visit our Facebook page or website for further…
Brewing – Ginger Beer
As part of National Science Week we will engage students in learning about the intrinsic role science has in food preparation. Students can participate in making Ginger Beer in their discovery about microorganisms and the fermentation process. We plan to engage the whole college in this learning, providing a range of activities from Prep all…
Two Way Science Day @ Shep
A whole school two-way Science Day where students rotate between different traditional technology and STEM activities throughout the day. Activities will involve community stakeholders including Marthakal Gumurr Rangers; Miwatj Health Clinic; and Yalu Aboriginal Corporation to provide culturally responsive two-way science experiences for our students. As traditional dyes are being prepared in one area of…
An Eggcellent Container
The year is 3021. Food shortages are rampant in the city. Students will role play as product design engineers who have been tasked with designing a food transport system that is able to transport food safely from one country to another. They will need to consider: temperature control ease of transport availability of materials protection…
Farm to Fork Science Extravaganza
The Aveley North Primary School Science Farm to Fork extravaganza will incorporate an day of showcasing students’ work in science in conjunction with STEM challenges, experiments and demonstrations. Experiments and demonstrations to include a ‘Guess the Spice’ treasure hunt, making potions, designing their own farm robot and working together in a ‘Dress the Scarecrow’ competition. Other…