Published Tuesday, 15 July, 2008 at 02:49 PM
Minister for Tourism, Regional Development and Industry
The Honourable Desley Boyle
Apprentice scientists needed for Science on Saturday sessions
From learning how germs spread to building an alarm system, Queensland kids are encouraged to take part in a new term of Science on Saturday sessions starting next month.
Minister for Regional Development and Industry Desley Boyle said the six-week program would start on August 2 and give 7-14-year-olds a chance to have fun while they learn.
“The kids participate in real hands-on experiments which have them constructing, discovering and creating,” Ms Boyle said.
“We’re looking to the next generation to be inspired by the joy of learning how things work, exploring the world around them and making interesting discoveries.
“We hope some of these children may go on to pursue a career in science and further cement Queensland’s reputation as the Smart State.
“Activities include playing with glow-in-the-dark lotion and UV light to find out about how germs spread as well as building an alarm system and radio receiver to learn about the transformation and flow of energy through an electrical circuit.”
The program delivered by CSIRO Education allows kids to discover what it’s like to be an apprentice scientist with topics ranging from solving crimes to being water wise.
“The program shows young Queenslanders that science is not only exciting, but relevant in their everyday life,” Ms Boyle said.
Each phase will run for six weeks in venues across Queensland, with a new topic each week.
Parents can sign their children up for the full program or any individual sessions that interest them.
Ms Boyle said most of the 90-minute sessions included something to take home, and those who attended all six would receive a magazine from CSIRO’s Double Helix Science Club.
This year the topics are: Apprentice Scientist; Healthy Humans; Water Wise; Forensic Investigation; Working with DNA; and Energy Expert.
Last year more than 4000 young Queenslanders attended sessions while over 17,000 attendances have been recorded since the program began in 2004.
Term 3 locations for the program beginning 2 August:
• Atherton: Atherton State High School (activities run on different dates – July 26, August 2, 9 and 30, September 6, 13) :
• Mackay: Mackay State High School
• Gold Coast: Canterbury College
• Bundaberg: Bundaberg State High School
• Gladstone: Chanel College
• Strathpine: Pine Rivers State High school
BOOKINGS AND WEBSITE
Places cost $6 per session prepaid or $9 on the day. Numbers are limited and bookings are essential, even if you wish to pay on the day. For more information or bookings, visit www.csiro.au/sos or call 1300 302 649.
The Science on Saturday program will visit six new towns each term. Check the website to find your nearest location.
Minister’s office:
Marcus Taylor 3225 1005 or 0419 025 326
Kirstie Maier 3224 2007 or 0448 135 195
Brisbane CSIRO Science Education Centre
Adam Gromadzki 0401 795 499
Susan Weir 3214 2869
15 July, 2008
Minister for Regional Development and Industry Desley Boyle said the six-week program would start on August 2 and give 7-14-year-olds a chance to have fun while they learn.
“The kids participate in real hands-on experiments which have them constructing, discovering and creating,” Ms Boyle said.
“We’re looking to the next generation to be inspired by the joy of learning how things work, exploring the world around them and making interesting discoveries.
“We hope some of these children may go on to pursue a career in science and further cement Queensland’s reputation as the Smart State.
“Activities include playing with glow-in-the-dark lotion and UV light to find out about how germs spread as well as building an alarm system and radio receiver to learn about the transformation and flow of energy through an electrical circuit.”
The program delivered by CSIRO Education allows kids to discover what it’s like to be an apprentice scientist with topics ranging from solving crimes to being water wise.
“The program shows young Queenslanders that science is not only exciting, but relevant in their everyday life,” Ms Boyle said.
Each phase will run for six weeks in venues across Queensland, with a new topic each week.
Parents can sign their children up for the full program or any individual sessions that interest them.
Ms Boyle said most of the 90-minute sessions included something to take home, and those who attended all six would receive a magazine from CSIRO’s Double Helix Science Club.
This year the topics are: Apprentice Scientist; Healthy Humans; Water Wise; Forensic Investigation; Working with DNA; and Energy Expert.
Last year more than 4000 young Queenslanders attended sessions while over 17,000 attendances have been recorded since the program began in 2004.
Term 3 locations for the program beginning 2 August:
• Atherton: Atherton State High School (activities run on different dates – July 26, August 2, 9 and 30, September 6, 13) :
• Mackay: Mackay State High School
• Gold Coast: Canterbury College
• Bundaberg: Bundaberg State High School
• Gladstone: Chanel College
• Strathpine: Pine Rivers State High school
BOOKINGS AND WEBSITE
Places cost $6 per session prepaid or $9 on the day. Numbers are limited and bookings are essential, even if you wish to pay on the day. For more information or bookings, visit www.csiro.au/sos or call 1300 302 649.
The Science on Saturday program will visit six new towns each term. Check the website to find your nearest location.
Minister’s office:
Marcus Taylor 3225 1005 or 0419 025 326
Kirstie Maier 3224 2007 or 0448 135 195
Brisbane CSIRO Science Education Centre
Adam Gromadzki 0401 795 499
Susan Weir 3214 2869
15 July, 2008