Latest
-
December 8 Junior High Staff PD Day
Big Ideas:– Good ideas become great ideas when they’re given the time, space, and collaborative energy to incubate.– The STEMIA Design Process is an effective tool for developing creative solutions to unique challenges, including designing powerful learning. – Collaborative design for learning requires time, intention and practice.– A school staff functions best with a common Read more
-
STEMIA Student Attends International Science Expo
By Sara W. Gr. 9 From October 21st-27th, I was honored to join Team Canada and attend MILSET, the biggest youth science exposition in the world! The event took place in Mexico, and over 30 countries flew in to represent their people. It was an incredible experience, as we met NASA representatives, pioneers in the Apollo project Read more
-
A+ for Energy Update
by Dan McWilliam STEM Innovation Academy junior high was fortunate to receive an A+ for Energy grant for the 2023-24 school year to create an energy fountain powered by wind and solar, as well as an interactive opportunity for students to explore their carbon footprint and connect the learning to the Alberta Program of Studies. Read more
-
STEMIA Scoop Issue 2
We are proud to announce the publishing of our second issue of the student newspaper, The STEMIA Scoop. The digital version can be found at: https://stemiajournal.ca/stem-ia-scoop/ In this issue: – Teacher Tips for Success– Student Council Update– An interview with our Vending Machine– The Halloween Dance and more. Read more
-
Design and Fabrication Option Grade 7
“Design and Fabrication” is centered around the principles of design thinking and hands-on creation. This class empowers students to tackle real-world challenges by employing the STEMIA Design Thinking Process, and equips them with fundamental tool safety and usage skills to bring their ideas to life through prototypes and finished showcase projects. An integral part of Read more
-
Form Follows Function
Our grade 8 Architectural Technologies Option students were led on a tour of eight downtown Calgary points of interest. At each site, Ms. Ochitwa shared some history and interesting facts about the space and architecture. Students had a passport with pages prepared for each destination where they could sketch, take notes, and respond to reflection Read more
STEMIA Journal 