STEM Week
Cloonakilla recently celebrated it’s first-ever STEM Week, combining Maths and Science Week to highlight and develop all things STEM throughout the school. The event provided a wonderful opportunity for pupils to engage in hands-on learning across Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths.
Both junior and senior classes received tailored homework in the form of activity choice boards, which proved to be a tremendous success. Pupils produced outstanding work, and we extend our thanks to all families who supported the initiative and shared photos of the projects.
Throughout the week, students enjoyed Maths Trails, Tables Champions, Kahoot quizzes, Maths games, and a vibrant Science Fair—ensuring non-stop fun and learning. It was also a great chance for junior and senior classes to pair up, collaborate, and get to know one another through various activities.
On Wednesday October 15th , lots of classes participated in a very enjoyable hands on type of quiz done through the medium of Zoom. Over 4000 schools took part on the day. We really enjoyed the challenges posed and were probably better than some of the teachers at cracking the codes and answers!!
Science Week 2024
Science Week took place this year from the 11th -15th November . All pupils participated in lots of fun science experiments throughout the week. Science Fairs were held on Friday between various classes. Lots of children created and designed their very own science projects at home. Well done to all involved but especially all the parents who got on board with the science exploration at home!
Science Week took place this year from the 14th -18th November . All pupils participated in lots of fun science experiments throughout the week. All projects were on display on Friday in our school hall. Lots of children created and designed their very own science projects at home. Well done to all involved but especially all the parents who got on board with the science exploration at home!
In Science Week 4th class were learning about light. Ask us about the investigations we carried out! We created colour spinners (Newton’s discs) to show how the spectrum of colours can create white light. We also discussed climate change with Mrs. O’Rourke and she carried out an experiment with us to show how Carbon Dioxide can raise the temperature in the air.
