News / Pupils put STEM knowledge to test at celebration event
PUPILS from across Shetland’s schools have put their brains to the test in a series of problem-solving tasks in a bid to win prizes.
Bairns have been developing their expertise in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) subjects ahead of a celebration event at the Shetland Museum and Archives.
It came as part of Stemovators, an award-winning STEM programme.
Young people and their teachers gathered at the museum to exhibit their projects, with industry figures providing challenges which gave an insight into the different career paths available in the sector.
One of the standout projects tested at the event was Subsea Solutions: Powering Tomorrow, where teams designed and built cable-laying vehicles to simulate how renewable energy generated on Shetland could be transmitted to the mainland.
Ollaberry Primary School head teacher Hannah Johnson said their pupils look forward to the event every year.
“Showcasing their learning to the judges really helps pupils to build their confidence and it’s great to see how proud they are of all their hard work,” she said.
“The event is so well organised and a fantastic opportunity for pupils to learn about the various STEM careers that are available to them in Shetland and further afield.”
Happyhansel primary was the winner of the Subsea Solutions project, with Mid Yell Junior High winning the STEM challenge ahead of the Happyhansel pupils.
In the Climate Smarter project, which gives schools the chance to create a tabletop model of their future eco-school, Sound primary saw off competition from Whalsay primary.
The regional winner was Bells Brae primary.
Stemovators head Thomas Wild said: “The projects, in partnership with our industry funders, inspire pupils and helps them develop valuable skills and knowledge whilst encouraging uptake in STEM subjects and careers.
“The celebration event is a culmination of the project and gives an opportunity where young people can showcase their innovation and hard work whilst learning more about different career and education pathways.”
The event was funded in partnership with Morgan Sindall Infrastructure, Peterson Energy Logistics Ltd and SSEN Transmission.
SSEN Transmission community liaison manager Thea Groat said the company was “proud to support” the event for a third year.
“It’s a great opportunity to connect with pupils from all over Shetland and help spark their interest in the many exciting pathways that STEM can offer young people.”
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