Science Spectacular

Physics, biology, and chemistry took centre stage at Kilcoy State School, as their annual science expo took place on August 14 and 15.

Year 6 students Ava, Tia, Riezil and Faith with their pinhole camera project.

All classes, from prep to Year 6, worked on projects to display, covering topics such as gravity, colour, light, sound, thermodynamics, and plant growth.

The event, now in its fifth year, provides an opportunity for students to showcase their scientific knowledge and class projects, enriching their learning experience by demonstrating real-world applications of science and its impact on the community.

Science expo organiser and teacher Robyn Maguire said the expo helps engage students in science classes as they “see science is part of everything they do”.

This year’s expo featured 10 projects, including one where students created their own pinhole cameras and another where they made crystals using borax.

To keep the excitement going, students vote on their favourite projects, with the winning class earning the opportunity to purchase more science gear for their classroom.

In recent years, the school has also opened the expo to the public, inviting parents and local community groups to attend, including Somerset Council (who were unable to go this year).

The school acquires all the materials for the expo thanks to $300 funding from the Australian Science Teachers Association (ASTA), which receives assistance from the Australian Government.

Congrats to all students on their projects and hard work!