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VEX Robotics at the Junior High
Students in our grade 8 and 9 Robotics course are working collaboratively to design, build, and program robots using through the VEX IQ platform capable of navigating a challenging obstacle course. Along the way, students are building their critical thinking and problem-solving skills, all while refining their remote control techniques to ensure their robots can… Read more
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Junior High Drone Club/s Take Flight
Our lunchtime Drone Club has begun meeting during lunch hours in the Maker Space. This year we have a few options for interested students who want to learn how to operate and understand these amazing machines. On Mondays we have the boys team, on Tuesdays we have our girls team, and on Thursdays we will… Read more
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Custom Sticker Creation Using AI Tools
By Tyler Christiansen Our Design and Engineering course for grade 8 and 9 students embarked on an exciting project that integrated artificial intelligence into the creation of custom laptop stickers. Project Overview The students were tasked with using AI design tools to create a graphic that incorporated three personal elements, reflecting their individual interests, aspirations,… Read more
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Options at STEMIA Junior High
STEM IA junior high option courses are organized into four course strands; specific course offerings will continually evolve. In grade 7, all students take the same four option courses. In these courses, they have the opportunity to sample all three strands while they build important skills and knowledge. In addition, this year we will be… Read more
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Hack the House 2024 Event
Beakerhead Event at Telus Spark Get ready for an exhilarating weekend at Telus Spark on September 21 and 22, 2024, as the highly anticipated Beakerhead event takes center stage. This year, our school’s entrants are set to showcase their skills and creativity at the Hack the House competition. The Hack the House competition presents a… Read more
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PC Remix Custom Keyboard Design
The PC Remix course for grades 8 and 9 offers an innovative approach to technology education by integrating 3D design, customization, and hands-on assembly. Throughout the course, students will have the opportunity to utilize the online AutoCAD program called Tinkercad to personalize and modify their keyboard cases for 3D printing. Each student will design and… Read more
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