Websites supporting STEM
STEM websites are a way to engage students in screen time with a purpose. As we all know STEM careers are in demand and...
Technology in the Classroom
This year as Junior School Technologies Coordinator I have been able to share some great software and applications with students and teachers. Last week...
Making and Creating with Augmented Reality.
Augmented Reality (AR) provides students with the opportunity of interacting and participating interactively with knowledge more authentically and engagingly. Instead of remaining passive recipients,...
Exciting Recent Events
I have been excited and encouraged by a few things which have happened recently. I was asked to write an article about Makerspaces...
Books to Inspire Creating with Technology
A terrific way to introduce technology to students is through story.
I have used a variety of technology with students during library lessons and teaching HASS in the...
Robotics Competitions
An exciting way to get our girls involved in robotics is through competitions. We hold an annual Interhouse Robotics Competition where the girls bring...
Exciting New Machine…..Epilog Laser!
Learning how to laser cut and engrave was very cool! Our school has purchased an Epilog Laser Mini. It both cuts and engraves wood,...
Super Splat3D for Design Skills
Wow! How excited were the girls to see the ‘magic’ of using Splat3D!
Two incredible educators and designers, Kylie & Glen Lawrence, designed Splat3D to...
Let’s Reignite Makerspaces in Schools!
Makerspaces provide students with hands-on, project-based learning experiences. These spaces are equipped with various tools and technologies that enable students to design, create, and...
STEM + A + S = Makerspace
STEM…..Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematic subjects in schools have certainly been intensified as areas of significant importance for the future of world economy and transforming work...