25 July 2024
West Australian schools have been recognised for their innovative approaches to teaching Albert Einstein’s famous theories in a modern way to inspire young minds.
Almost 30 WA public schools and staff were awarded Star School Awards and Star Teacher Awards from the Einstein-First Project.
Grandis Primary School students taking part in science activities.
The Einstein-First project is an initiative that teaches the fundamental concepts of modern physics to school students, covering topics such a space, time, matter, and the universe.
The schools were celebrated for sparking a love of science among students through engaging and modern teaching methods.
Grandis Primary School science teacher Chris Lambe was among the teachers recognised. The school’s science program incorporates first nations and modern science to inspire the next generation.
Mr Lambe said Grandis Primary School students learnt about Indigenous science, the periodic table, and famous scientists, while the Einstein-First Project has allowed for high achieving students to be exposed to space, time, general relativity, and quantum physics concepts.
“Each term focuses on a different science understanding and gives students hands on inquiry-based investigations that teach them about asking good questions, making reasonable predictions, fair testing, and being great communicators of science,” Mr Lambe said.
“The students find science exciting and have a real passion for exploring curiosity.”
The awards were presented at a Women in STEM event where science educators had the opportunity to hear from inspiring females and network with their colleagues.