21 Aug 2018
STEM Camp
In week 5, four stage 3 Aboriginal students were fortunate enough to attend a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) camp aimed at Years 5 to 11 funded by the Department of Education and the NSW Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG). The camp was designed to motivate and inspire Aboriginal students who may be interested in a career in STEM or just willing to challenge themselves.
Ashlyn, Anabelle, Lilly and Sarah spent three days at Camp Toukley engaging with activities linked to Maths, coding, designing and making as well as utilising stop animation to make short movies and learning about 4D toys. Students also spent a day bush walking at Bulgandry Aboriginal Site before heading off to the Rumbalara Environmental Education Centre to engage in scientific experiments linked to beaks, wind and batteries. The girls were very well behaved and particularly enjoyed spending free time playing touch footy and exploring the obstacle course.
Thank you to Mrs Lavelle for giving up her family time to stay the 3 days and 2 nights at the camp.