Getting started with STEM Clubs RM298 / C25

“These two one-hour workshops aim to assist schools to start and sustain a STEM club, providing valuable information that will support and guide club leaders. Aimed at secondary school colleagues, the workshops will signpost prospective club leaders to practical activities and offer opportunities to share experiences and ideas.

Workshop 1:

• defining what a STEM Club is and what makes it successful and thriving
• how to gain support from senior leadership, colleagues and other departments
• scrutinising the benefits and impact of clubs, how they enrich the curriculum and enhance student learning
• where to find support: STEM Ambassadors, parents, colleagues, older students, local industry
• where to look for funding and resources and how to ask
• planning your club, needs analysis and methodology; how long, how often, when and where, which age group, how many students etc

Workshop 2:

• how to advertise and market the club to students and colleagues
• exploring ideas for first activities and longer term projects
• top tips on how to reward students and maintain attendance
• stretching student capabilities, promoting essential skills and knowledge of potential careers
• monitoring success and gathering evidence of impact