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Posted on October 6th 2022
Year 8s Spend a STEM-Filled Day in Thorpe Park
Year 8 went down to Thorpe Park earlier this week for an ACS Schools event celebrating STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths).
Students were able to participate in a wide range of STEM activities and learn about various interesting ways STEM impacts our everyday life. From robots to carpentry, emergency services to novel uses for sound; Year 8s experienced a diverse range of activities showcasing the increasing impact that STEM has on our every day lives. There was even a fly-over from a chinook helicopter.
We were also in Thorpe Park so naturally had to try out some rides (purely to study forces, motion, speed and acceleration).
Year 8 were a credit to the Academy and should be very proud of how they conducted themselves. A huge thanks to all staff who facilitated the trip, ACS Schools for organising the event, Thorpe Park for hosting and all the exhibitors. The last words go to a Year 8 student.
“Science trips are the best trips. Period.” – Micah, Year 8
Learning about how STEM relates to everyday activities, such as firefighting.
We had to try out some rides (purely to study forces, motion, speed and acceleration, of course!).
Learning about the impact of STEM on our everyday lives.
Enjoying a fly-past from a Chinook helicopter.
