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Clancy Catholic College Wins 2019 South Sydney STEM Cup

Clancy Catholic College Wins 2019 South Sydney STEM Cup

The South Sydney STEM Cup will have a new home this year in West Hoxton, NSW as Clancy Catholic College have taken the top School Prize for the 2019 competition by having the highest number of students complete the program. The runner-up is the inaugural 2018 champion Blakehurst High School, while Pittwater House rounds out the top places coming in third. 

STEM Jobs in Sports

STEM Jobs in Sports

With the rise of professional sporting teams depending on Big Data and the Internet of Things (IoT) to find talent, prevent injuries and win premierships, STEM jobs in sports are playing a starring role. Today, you will find data analysts, statisticians and IoT architects sitting alongside head coaches and executives when making crucial decisions on team selection and recruitment.

Exploring Cyber Challenges in the Classroom

Exploring Cyber Challenges in the Classroom

Within the Optus Cyber Security Experience there are a range of cyber challenges found in the “Field Trips” tab of the dashboard that are ready for use in the classroom. The challenges can be completed individually or in pairs, in the classroom or for homework.

  • Requirements: Device with internet connection, individual student registration with the Optus Cyber Security program – REGISTER HERE
  • Age: Suitable for Years 8-12
  • Time: 40 mins for all challenges (can be completed as individual tasks)
  • Answers: Hints are available in the program or a Teacher’s  Answers Guide is available on the Optus Cyber Security teacher dashboard. 

ATSIMA Joins Day of STEM Initiative

ATSIMA Joins Day of STEM Initiative

The Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Mathematics Alliance (ATSIMA) has joined the Day of STEM as a strategic partner. ATSIMA is a non-profit member based group that works directly with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, education and business sectors across Australia. ATSIMA aims to inspire, promote and support improved mathematics outcomes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

AAMT Supports National Day of STEM Initiative

AAMT Supports National Day of STEM Initiative

The Australian Association of Maths Teachers (AAMT) have announced their support for Australia’s Day of STEM, a national initiative that allows students to test-drive STEM careers through an interactive web-based platform. The Day of STEM is designed to raise the national IQ for STEM careers, inspiring the next generation of Australian STEM professionals through an interactive, online awareness platform led by the nation’s leading industry mentors.