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Signature Programs at Rumsey

VIIth Form (Grade 9) students at Rumsey have the unique opportunity to dive deep into a topic that interests them personally! 

 

Makerspace Signature Program 

The Makerspace Signature Program gives students a special place to think critically and creatively solve real world problems through project-based learning. The initiatives students will embark on in this program will engage them in cross-curricular learning experiences. 

Using a variety of materials alongside modern technological devices, students will have plenty of opportunities to form creative questions and design innovative solutions.

As students go through the design process, they will: identify a problem; understand the need of the final user; create a prototype; and finally, construct a final product. 

The Makerspace Program incorporates Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) to encourage problem-solving skills. Students create their own projects after they learn basic electrical engineering concepts. Students enjoy the guided—yet open-ended—nature of this project based class.

In order to be considered for the Makerspace Signature Program, students must meet the following requirements:

  1. Participation in arts offerings such as: metal-working; 3-D design; woodshop; or ceramics in order to develop the requisite skills to create the final project.
  2. Creation of a project design proposal that identifies an innovative solution to a usenead. Once the proposal is approved, student will design a prototype which will be tested and revised before creating the final project. Students will solicit feedback on tie prototype from various constituents.
  3. Upon completion of the project, students will present their creation to a an audience of students and faculty.