STEM Event

The first annual STEM Day Festival at International of Lubumbashi (ISL): a day to remember!

On November 19, 2024, the International School of Lubumbashi hosted its first annual STEM Day Festival, an innovative event that brought together students, parents, educators, and the local community to celebrate the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

A celebration of innovation and learning

The festival transformed the school campus into a vibrant hub of discovery and creativity, with activities designed to inspire curiosity and foster a love of STEM in attendees of all ages. Participants explored interactive exhibits, engaged in hands-on experiments, and participated in workshops led by educators and professionals.

Highlights of the day

Interactive exhibitions:

Students showcased their innovative projects, including engineering principles, robotics demonstrations, science and creative coding applications.

Captivating workshops:

Workshops on the universe, renewable energy and engineering challenges allowed participants to delve deeper into STEM concepts.

Parent-child activities:

Parents participated in artistic activities with their children

Activities suitable for children:

Young participants enjoyed a dedicated space with games, crafts and simple STEM-themed experiments, sparking their early interest in these exciting fields.

STEM Challenges:

Competitions such as a Davinci building contest and building a robot with Lego encourage teamwork and problem solving.

A community united by curiosity

The festival highlighted ISL’s commitment to promoting a culture of innovation and lifelong learning. The event enjoyed enthusiastic support from the local community, including parents who came together to make the day a resounding success.

Looking to the future

The first of its kind, the festival has laid a solid foundation for what promises to be an annual tradition. Plans are already underway to expand the event next year, with more activities, guest speakers, and opportunities to explore the endless possibilities of STEM.

The first annual STEM Day Festival was more than just an event – it was a celebration of the potential of every learner and a testament to the power of curiosity, creativity and collaboration that underpins our curriculum.