Jessica Newton | STEAM Teacher
Trinity Grammar School

Jessica is a passionate STEAM teacher at Trinity Grammar Preparatory School, where she blends project-based, hands-on learning with the PYP's inquiry-driven approach. Her classroom fosters creativity, collaboration, and real-world problem-solving. As the 2024 VEX IQ Teacher of the Year, Jessica is committed to inspiring young learners and nurturing the next generation of innovators.

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Day 1 @ 14:20

Building a hands-on STEAM program: Creativity, curiosity & innovation

Discover how hands-on learning, design thinking, and computational thinking have shaped an engaging and sustainable STEAM program within an inquiry framework. This session will explore the journey of building and expanding STEAM initiatives, from LEGO Education to constructing with recycled materials and engineering real-world solutions. I’ll share successes, challenges, and memorable student experiences that showcase the power of inquiry-based learning, creativity, and problem-solving in an IB PYP framework. Whether you're starting fresh or looking to refine your program, you’ll walk away with practical ideas to inspire curiosity, collaboration, and innovation in your students.

Jessica Newton, STEAM Teacher, Trinity Grammar School

last published: 29/Apr/25 22:35 GMT

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