Inspiring our future STEM innovators
STEM Punks is an education program that inspires career pathways in STEM-related fields.
June 28, 2023
Ten Victorian secondary schools got the chance to test their science, technology, engineering and mathematic skills, as part of the Inland Rail Skills Academy STEM Punks program.
STEM Punks is an education program that inspires career pathways in STEM-related fields.
Through hands-on engagement, the program connects industry with schools to raise awareness of job opportunities and help develop a future workforce in the STEM field.
It has been developed by industry professionals and teachers to align with the Australian curriculum.
The in-school delivery of the program was based on Inland Rail-related problem-solving scenarios and Inland Rail staff attended to impart their knowledge and experience of working on Australia’s largest freight project.
Ed Walker, ARTC General Manager Victoria and South Australia Projects said:
“We’re thrilled to be working with STEM Punks to help bring practical STEM education and real-world industry experience to schools.
“Through the program, students from Year 7-10 will have the opportunity to actively contribute their skills towards the development of Inland Rail.”
Schools from Kilmore, Euroa, Seymour, Benalla, Wallan and Broadford took part in the initiative.
TOP IMAGE: Students from Wangaratta High School with Project Planning Lead Teresa Yu
