Nova Scotia November, 2023, Innovation News

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International STEAM Educators' Event November 26-28 Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

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The Biomaking Guide is Here!

This month, Brilliant Labs will be hosting the STEAM Educators' Retreat in Fredericton, NB. This retreat strikes a balance between theory and practice; together, we'll co-design enriching learning experiences through hands-on, minds-on, and hearts-on sessions. We can’t wait to welcome all participants and provide them with a transformative experience aiming to empower educators to make a meaningful difference in their students' lives. Register here

Explore ways to collaborate with organisms and living systems to use them as factories that will grow sustainable materials.

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Brilliant Blue Challenge

Positions available!

Call for volunteers!

We're looking for professional mentors to provide technical support, guidance and advice for the competing student teams during three, 30-minute virtual sessions, that they will schedule based on your availability. Learn more about this mentorship opportunity and help us support youth empowerment.

We're looking for an enthusiastic program specialist to complete our team in Halifax. If you're interested, email our HR, Amanda.

We're also recruiting part-time mentors for our after-school and community programs!

Learn more!

Innovation Fair 2024: Make What IF Possible!

What's the goal of the #BrilliantBlue challenge? To engage youth to save Save the date! April 4th our oceans and contribute to a healthier Blue Economy! Students will be Miramichi, NB will be center stage for the eclipse and we are thrilled to be a part of the developing innovative solutions in one of three categories: Marine renewable energy city’s celebration! Don’t miss it! Get started on your projects today and stay up to date on Marine autonomous systems Facebook and Instagram!

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INSPIRATION MAKER: Brilliant Labs Magazine NOVEMBER 2023

Learn more about the competition here

Each season we offer a more in-depth look at the innovations within our communities and around us. Success stories of our students, interesting innovation ideas, and project ideas you could use in your classroom. Nominate a Teacher for TAKE Five, a regular article, to highlight a champion teacher. Read BL Magazine here!

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Giving Tuesday, Nov.28 Our charity needs funds to continue supporting youth and promoting STEAM learning through hands-on workshops, after-school, March break and summer camps.

You can also help by sharing how Brilliant Labs has helped youth in your school and community.

Join us Nov. 28th to raise funds, share your project stories or help promote Giving Tuesday for Brilliant Labs in community.

More Upcoming Events March Break Camps

Is your child eager to make something brilliant? Our camps provide opportunity to dive into creative learning. Click here to participate in a brief survey and share your thoughts!

Hour of Code/ Computer Science Week Dec.4-8

Are you looking to have a fun creative handson making coding session during Hour of code week 2023? Follow us on Facebook/Twitter (X) for coding activites all week for K-12! Plus, contact your Brilliant Labs Program Specialist for in-class support or activities. This year Hour of Code/Computer Science week is December 4-8.

Brilliant Labs Offering

Project Funding

Brilliant Labs supports teachers and organizations working with youth by providing a kick start for cross-curricular problem based learning. These projects aim to promote the use of technology, coding, creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

For more information click here.

Co-op Placement

We offer virtual high school co-op internship positions! Students can learn skills ranging from 3D printing, graphic design, digital marketing, cyber security, web development and multimedia production. Our team looks forward helping students. Email us!

After School Programs

After School programs are available across Atlantic Canada! Reach out to sarah@brilliantlabs.ca to arrange one for your community!

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Inspiration Makers!

Brilliant Labs spotlights projects that not only inspire but also pave the way for innovation. We're pleased to share this Nova Scotia’s "Project Highlight!"

Project Highlight

TEACHER: JAN MILLS SCHOOL: BROOKLAND ELEMENTARY WHERE: SYDNEY, NOVA SCOTIA At Brookland Elementary, Ms. Mills' grade 5 classroom buzzes with excitement as students work in small groups on stopmotion animation projects. They engage in hands-on, creative activities, fostering deep learning experiences. The students' animations range from action figures battling villains to playful clay blobs and high-speed motorbike chases, reflecting their interests and passions. They create storyboards to guide their work and build sets, encouraging critical thinking, problemsolving, and innovation. Capturing each frame demands patience and precision, with students demonstrating dedication and pride in their final products.

Throughout the process, students actively participate, meeting curriculum outcomes and embracing cross-curricular activities.

The choice and autonomy in their learning inspire enthusiasm and collaboration, enriching the overall educational experience. Introducing stop-motion animation at Brookland Elementary has profoundly enhanced engagement and creativity, paving the way for a brighter future of creative minds.

Our collection is uniquely authored by both experienced educators and talented students alike, providing a wealth of perspectives and insights into teaching and learning. For more information, please contact cheryl@brilliantlabs.ca

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