26 August 2024

STEM @ SERC - National Science Week Family Fun

| Arjun Sudhilal
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STEMFest at SERC is an educational festival designed for young minds, introducing them to STEM concepts with interactive activities. Image: University of Canberra

Join us for STEMFest@SERC, an engaging and educational festival designed for young minds aged 3-8! This interactive event will spark curiosity and introduce your children to exciting STEM concepts through hands-on activities.

Based at the University of Canberra, the STEM Education Research Centre (SERC) is an international leader in education research, with a focus on the domains of Science Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

Event Highlights:

  • Interactive Learning: Children will explore four activity stations featuring blocks, construction challenges, mapping tasks, and iPad-based games.
  • STEM Passport Adventure: As they navigate through each station, participants will collect stamps in their STEM passport, celebrating their progress and achievements.
  • Rewarding Experience: Upon completing their STEM passport, each child will receive a small prize as a token of their participation and encouragement.

Event Structure:

  • Duration: 60-minute sessions
  • Schedule: Three sessions per day across three days
  • Registration: Pre-registration is required with limited spots available to ensure a high-quality experience for each participant.

Bonus for Parents:

  • Each family will receive “STEM at Home” activity cards, offering easy-to-implement activities and resources to extend the STEM learning experience beyond the festival.

Secure your spot now for a memorable adventure in STEM that will inspire and delight your little ones!

The details

What: STEM @ SERC – National Science Week Family Fun
When: Friday, 30 August 2024 to Sunday, 1 September 2024
Where: SERC (STEM Education Research Centre), 170 Haydon Dr, Bruce ACT 2617, Australia
Cost: Free tickets, pre-registration required

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