Isle of Man Bank delivered a STEM Day at Queen Elizabeth II High School, aimed at inspiring Year 7 students to explore the world of STEM careers.
STEM is an acronym that stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
The event at QEII event follows the STEMFest series, which has been running over the past 18 months across the Isle of Man, Guernsey, Jersey, and Gibraltar.
A team of volunteers from the bank, alongside representatives from the Isle of Man Constabulary and the Code Club, came together to deliver a variety of hands-on activities designed to ignite curiosity and passion in STEM fields.
STEM Day
Students participated in a range of exciting activities, including investigating a mock crime scene, creating their own lava lamps, and building balloon-powered cars.
Additionally, they learned coding skills and experienced immersive technology through virtual reality headsets, broadening their understanding of how STEM is applied in real-world scenarios.
Becky Kneen, a teacher at Queen Elizabeth II High School said: “Providing opportunities for students to explore a variety of STEM areas is vital to foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills, while also preparing them for future careers in a technology-driven world.
“Thank you to all the volunteers at Isle of Man Bank for coordinating a fantastic event to inspire the next generation!”
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