Spring 2022 OPEN FOR REGISTRATION

DIY Science Centre

Where students learn how to build their own science exhibit!

Price

$150 per class (up to 35 students)

Special rate valid spring 2022 only

Designed for grades 5-12

Students grades 5-12 are encouraged to register

Program Start Date

February 2022

More Info

[email protected]

Students, get ready to build a science exhibit!

Teachers, it is another wild and crazy school year! TELUS Spark Science Centre recognizes that, and would like to offer the DIY Science Centre program for a discounted rate of $150 per class (up to 35 students), thanks to the sponsor ConocoPhillips.

Don't worry, this will still be the high-quality and science-filled program it always is, but with a few virtual modifications to adhere to COVID-19 guidelines. DIY Science Centre will still challenge students to build their own science exhibit, guided by Spark staff and local professionals. This program is designed to empower students to build, test, and collaborate on their unique prototypes.

***DIY Science Centre will be offered virtually for spring 2022

Price

$150 per class (up to 35 students) - Special rate valid spring 2022

What's included

Teacher PD sessions through video calls
Virtual introduction for students, with design thinking workshops led by Spark staff
Virtual or In-class visits (dependent on school guidelines) by Spark staff members and community experts in STEAM careers to mentor the students and provide feedback on student projects
Ongoing support from project coordinator

Teachers, reserve your spot!

With the changing and challenging environment, Spark is open to helping teachers meet their needs. Email [email protected] to discuss payment options and timelines.

TELUS Spark Science Centre’s DIY Science Centre program is designed to empower students with STEAM

Thank you to Spark’s School Program Sponsor, ConocoPhillips.

Timeline

- February 2022 | Virtual teacher professional learning workshops
  Teachers will be invited to virtual professional learning workshops led by TELUS Spark staff. These workshops will take a deeper dive into design thinking, and introduced teachers to brainstorming techniques that their students will use during the design process. Online resources will also be provided to assist teachers in their learning.
- February - March 2022 | Onboarding with students, workshops and introduction to design thinking challenge
  Teachers will be encouraged to show pre-recorded videos to their students to introduce DIY Science Centre, design thinking, and the concept of rapid idea generation (RIGs). Students will be invited to an online orientation to be introduced to the project and to take part in online workshops led by Spark staff.
- March 2022 | Student project proposals reviewed by Spark staff
  Using their new brainstorming techniques, students will work in groups, of up to 3, to invent an exhibit and write a proposal for review. These proposals will be submitted to Spark staff for review through Google Docs, and once the feedback has been provided, students can proceed with building their prototypes.
- March - May 2022 | Prototype building phase with possible in-class visits from Spark staff and mentors
  The building of prototype exhibits will occur over a time period of a several weeks, with students and/or teachers acquiring materials on their own. The building phase involves continuous feedback, through scheduled in-class feedback sessions with Spark staff and mentors from the community. In-class visits will be dependent on school COVID-19 protocols.
- May 2022 | Celebration of Learning
  Teachers are encouraged to organize a Celebration of Learning at their schools to give students the opportunity to showcase their prototype exhibits with other classes.

Bring innovation to your classroom or home!

Get in touch with Spark to begin your planning. Let's innovate!