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STEM CLUB

QUAKERTOWN HIGH SCHOOL

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IF I SIGN UP, WHAT AM I IN FOR?

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- MONTHLY MEETINGS TO CREATE WHAT WE ENVISION

- ACCESS TO STEM CAREER EXPERTS

- ACCESS TO LABS OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL CURRICULUM

- ACCESS TO STEM COMPETITIONS IN PENNSYLVANIA

OUR FIRST MEETING!

When:  October 4th - 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Mr. Amen's Classroom - A115 - Library
Subject:  Elephant's Toothpaste Opener

PA COMPETITION INSIGHT

The Governor’s of STEM Competition: 

  • The Governor’s STEM Competition challenges student teams from across the state to research, design, and present a device or project that can make the quality of life better for Pennsylvanians by accomplishing a series of practical tasks that can fulfill real-world needs.

  • Teams are required to partner with a member of their local community or business to develop a solution to a real problem rooted in the community – this helps create an authentic experience for the students and provides opportunities for them to learn more about career pathways and employment opportunities based in STEM.

  • Each team is provided with a $600 stipend to build a prototype of their device or project.

  • Teams are up to five people (must be from the same school).

  • Dates are not posted yet

  • Rules may have changed since last year’s was virtual



Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science:

  • Competition is in May of each year

  • To compete in a PJAS Regional Competition, students conduct a scientific research project in 1 of the 12 Scientific Categories of Research identified by PJAS and then orally present that research to a team of judges at one of the Regional Competitions.

  • Must have an adult sponsor

  • Date and registration open Oct. 1st closes Dec. 24th

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