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Drone Hide and Seek
Grade 8 and 9 Foundations of Flight students engaged in a drone hide and seek activity, searching for ten hidden objects around the school. Team pilots navigated DJI drones while spotters helped maintain visibility. This hands-on experience enhanced their drone piloting, camera skills, teamwork, and situational awareness in an enjoyable learning environment. Read more
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Grade 7s in the Maker Space
Grade 7 students have completed their Maker Space orientation and started their introductory woodworking project, inspired by decorative designs. They explored, planned, and safely cut wood, refined their shapes, drilled holes for dowels, and assembled their creations using glue. The project ends with a reflective activity to evaluate their learning. Read more
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Light Painting in DVD
Students in the SW Junior High Digital Visual Design course are exploring long-exposure photography to capture movement as light. Utilizing Canon DSLR cameras, they experiment with shutter speed while focusing on composition and timing. Their creative results are now showcased across the school, enhancing the community’s appreciation of their photographic skills. Read more
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Introduction to Building with VEX in Robotics
Grade 8 and 9 Robotics students engaged in a rapid-build challenge using VEX V5 kits to create components for VEX City. In small, randomized groups, they had two classes to design buildings or vehicles, promoting teamwork and problem-solving. The completed prototypes were showcased at Meet the Teacher night, highlighting student achievements. Read more
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Learning to Tell Better Stories by Making a Bad Video
The Grade 8/9 Storytelling Through Media Option at Southwest Junior High introduced students to Clipchamp, a video-editing tool. Their first assignment involved creating a deliberately ineffective video about their favorite animal. This exercise allowed students to reflect on the elements of good video design, enhancing their future projects through insights gained from bad design. Read more
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Celebrating the Last School Day of the Year
This year at STEMIA was marked by significant change and growth, highlighted by a warm farewell to departing staff and the celebration of new students and experiences. The school year concluded with an energetic Field Day, showcasing community spirit and fun, while also capturing memories through innovative 360-degree videos. Enjoy a restful summer! Read more
