STEM Enrichment at Manly West State School
Explore. Create. Collaborate. Challenge.
Think Tank is Manly West State School's STEM enrichment program, providing students with opportunities to extend their learning across Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
Through a range of engaging learning experiences, students are encouraged to explore their interests, develop new skills, think creatively and solve real-world problems.
Queensland Virtual Academy – Grand Challenges
As part of
Think Tank, selected students have the opportunity to participate in Grand Challenges through the Queensland Virtual Academy (QVA), a statewide Department of Education initiative.
Grand Challenges provide students with innovative learning experiences where they can collaborate, think critically, explore big ideas and develop solutions to real-world STEM challenges.
STEM Club
Our STEM Club provides students with hands-on opportunities to experiment with technology, develop new skills and bring their ideas to life.
Students can explore activities including:
- Coding and programming
- 3D design and printing
- Game design and development
- Digital technologies
- STEM challenges and creative problem solving
STEM Club provides an engaging environment where students can experiment, create and develop their skills through hands-on projects and activities.
Through
Think Tank, students are encouraged to explore, create, collaborate and challenge themselves while developing skills for the future.