Build a science centre experience

This semester-long program includes a combination of classroom visits and in-person visits to TELUS Spark Science Centre, with a final showcase where students can share what they created with friends and family!

Guided by Spark Science Educators and mentors from the science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) fields, students build their own science centre experience prototypes, inspired by the interactive experiences seen at TELUS Spark. Plus, they learn about the design-thinking process, receive mentoring and feedback from the Spark team, and explore a STEAM subject of their choosing.

Students also have a chance to practice their science communication skills at the Celebration of Learning final showcase, hosted at the science centre!

Timeline for Fall Semester:

• September 23 - 27: teacher orientations (virtual)  
• October 1 – 11: student orientations (at Spark)  
• October 15 – 25: mentor session 1 (in school)  
• October 15 – 25: students work on action plans (in school)  
• October 25: Student Action Plans due 
• November 4 – November 15: mentor session 2 (in school)  
• November 25 – December 6: mentor session 3 (in school)  
• December 11: Celebration of Learning (at Spark)  

*Please note: these dates are subject to change.

Timeline for Spring Semester:

• February 10 – 21: teacher orientations (virtual)  
• February 24 – March 7: student orientations (at Spark)  
• March 10 – 21: mentor session 1 (in school)  
• March 10 – 21: students work on action plans (in school)  
• March 21: Student Action Plans due 
• April 7 – April 17: mentor session 2 (in school)  
• April 21 – May 2: mentor session 3 (in-school)  
• May 7: Celebration of Learning (at Spark) 

*Please note: these dates are subject to change.