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Grade 8 River Watch Field Trip
On May 29 and 30, 2023 our STEM Innovation Academy grade 8 classes boarded a bus for a day of citizen science with the Riverwatch Science Program in Calgary. The RiverWatch Science Program, centered around the magnificent Bow River, has emerged as a pioneering initiative, allowing students to actively participate in the scientific process. By… Read more
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Gauss Mathematics Contests
STEM Innovation Academy had 8 students participate in the 2023 CEMC Gauss Mathematics Contest. Calder Liu was our top competitor missing only one question! The Gauss Mathematics Contest is an annual event run by the University of Waterloo that aims to encourage mathematical thinking, logical reasoning, and creative problem-solving among students in grades 7 and… Read more
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APEGA Science Olympics Silver Medal Performance
By Connor Butler On May 27, 2023, a team of grade 7 and 8 students, along with their coach Connor Butler, participated in the APEGA Science Olympics held at the University of Calgary. The APEGA Science Olympics is an annual event that brings together young scientists and engineers to showcase their creativity, problem-solving abilities, and… Read more
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Grade 9 PC Remix Option
PC Remix 9 is not your average ‘computer course’. Our PC Remix course provides students with a deeper understanding of the inner workings of computers and the components that bring them to life. PC Remix 9 is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive experience, covering all aspects of computer hardware. Concepts reviewed include: component… Read more
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STEMIA Continuum of Support
by Amanda Jackson, STEMIA Learning Supports A multi-tiered system of support ensures that all students receive a proactive and responsive approach to learning and social/emotional and behavioural needs. At STEM IA we have developed a comprehensive model of student support. Central to our model is the core belief that all students can learn and that… Read more
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STEMIA Hack the House Engineering Team
by Dan McWilliam, Team Lead for Hack the House. STEMIA Junior High is proud to announce our design team for the Hack the House Challenge for the 2023 installment of Beakerhead in Calgary. The primary objective of this challenge is to design and construct a functional vehicle that showcases both creativity and sustainability. Hack the… Read more
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