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The happenings around MindFuelPAST: Digital literacy and coding in the classroom
Join us for an evening of professional learning. Discover how you can implement digital literacy and computer programming into your classroom. Featuring: Emily Marasco, education specialist at EZ Robot Erik Yuzwa and Dare Olufadeji, programming specialists at MindFuel...
PAST: Using design challenges in your STEM classroom
Come join us for an evening to discuss the use of design challenges in the STEM classroom, grades K-12! Learn about MindFuel Participate in a mini design challenge that you can take back to your classroom Discover the process of Design Thinking Share your current...
Supporting the next generation of leaders: Announcing the 2018 MindFuel Scholarship recipients
Launched in 2014 as part of MindFuel’s 25th anniversary celebration, our scholarships are an investment in Alberta’s future and were created to honor the amazing work of three dedicated, longtime MindFuel supporters who embody our values. With funding support from...
MindFuel delivers more than 40 Ignition Packs to schools in Fort McMurray
Pictured L to R: Merrie-Rae Mitsopoulos, FMPSD; Alma Abugov, MindFuel; Cassy Weber, CEO, MindFuel; Fort McMurray Mayor, Don Scott; Kerry Barwick, Manager, Maintenance Services, Syncrude Canada; Sabina Bauer Lewis, MindFuel; and Doug Nicholls, Superintendent, FMPSD. On...
Alberta geekStarter teams shine at 2018 aGEM competition and workshop
The thrill of competition is something people enjoy in many different ways and the theatre of science is our personal favorite! On September 22 and 23, 2018, seven high school and collegiate geekStarter teams from across Alberta converged at the University of Calgary...
MindFuel receives a grant from the RBC Foundation and the Future Launch initiative to empower Alberta youth for the jobs of tomorrow
$50,000 over one year in support for Alberta students to gain new skills and grow their networks while solving real-world problems through their research-based projects October 17, 2018 – Calgary, AB – MindFuel (Science Alberta Foundation) is pleased to announce its...
The Energi Simulation / Frank and Sarah Meyer Collaboration Centre at the University of Calgary receives an NSERC PromoScience grant to create immersive virtual worlds for students in STEM in partnership with MindFuel
$30K over one year in support bringing virtual and augmented reality to students at Kulik llihakvik Elementary in Cambridge Bay, Nunavut September 17, 2018 – Calgary, AB – The Energi Simulation / Frank and Sarah Meyer Collaboration Centre at the University of...
MindFuel receives two NSERC PromoScience grants to create next generation of science, technology, engineering, and math leaders
MindFuel granted $990,000 over three years in support for millions of K-12 students and their teachers across Canada. September 17, 2018 – Calgary, AB – MindFuel (Science Alberta Foundation) is pleased to announce its continued support of the next generation of...
Donated Ignition Packs headed to science classes
Twelve Calgary schools recently took home a total of 24 Ignition Packs as part of MindFuel’s annual distribution day - all made possible by the generous support of the Rotary Club of Calgary North, the Rotary Club of Calgary West, and Syncrude Canada. “MindFuel is...
Robotics teams learn about commercializing projects at geekStarter workshop
Four geekStarter robotics teams recently took part in a full day of mentorship and group activities designed to provide insight into how to take their research projects to market. Students from Ted Harrison School (Calgary), Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy...
Studying STEM in the fall? Apply for a MindFuel scholarship
Once again, the MindFuel scholarship program is accepting applications. Together with the Alberta Science and Technology Leadership (ASTech) Foundation, a not-for-profit organization founded through an industry initiative in 1989 to showcase the substantial...
Inspiring teachers – engaging students – at CCTC
As teachers, there's a constant pull toward continuous learning and reflecting on your practices - what strategies can you use to best engage all your students? How do you continue to create effective and creative lesson plans? How can you grow as an educator? At the...