Student ambassadors game jam virtually

We were thrilled to be able to still host our second 2020 Student Ambassador Program day remotely last Thursday. The young people took part in a game jam where they worked in virtual teams to develop social games that allowed players to remain socially distant. In...

Systems engineering teacher masterclass

Our sister Tech School, Banyule Nillumbik, has partnered up with DATTA Vic to deliver ‘Success with Systems Engineering’, thanks to support through Google’s Educator Professional Development Grant Program. This project aims to support schools to set...

Celebrating Careers Week

To celebrate National Careers Week, we are showcasing some of the wonderful STEM innovators that we get to work with at our Tech School. This campaign was created by our new STEM Communication Officer, Anne Jessup. Check them out!    ...
New virtual design club

New virtual design club

Later this month we launch our new online Design Club with the Banyule Nillumbik Tech School. This 6-week after-school club will use industry-standard design software, Adobe Illustrator, and feature a new topic each week, including basic drawing, tracing, perspective,...
New online tech club

New online tech club

We have partnered with Nillumbik Youth and Banyule Nillumbik Tech School to offer a free 6-week online introductory program to give young people a taste of what Nillumbik Youth Maker Lab is all about. Commencing Tuesday 19 May, the online program will develop a range...
Welcoming Anne Jessup to the team

Welcoming Anne Jessup to the team

Anne Jessup is a recently graduated P-12 educator who joins the Whittlesea Tech School team as our newest STEM Communication Officer. Bringing with her a special interest and knowledge in biology and literary studies, she has jumped straight into co-developing an...