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STEM, it is one of the most talked about topics in education. STEM, now also known as eSTEAM, is a teaching approach that combines science, technology, engineering, the arts and math. The “e” stands for entrepreneurship.
STEM emphasises collaboration, communication, research, problem solving, critical thinking, and creativity; skills that students need to be successful in today's world. Our future will be built on our capacity for innovation, invention, and creative problem solving.
There is STEM education with regards to the teaching of STEM in the classroom, but also, a STEM education in terms of you, me, parents, teachers; all of us becoming more educated on the importance of STEM.
If we aren’t educated on the importance of STEM, we won’t push our kids to become educated in STEM.
So, let’s talk about STEM jobs:
STEM jobs pay very well.
For some students and parents that’s all you need to know!
STEM jobs are abundant.
STEM, by its very nature, won’t stop growing and evolving, ensuring jobs for our kids into the future.
STEM and innovation.
While STEM jobs are already a part of our daily reality, it’s not out of the question to think that our kids will be working jobs we haven’t even dreamed of. Research cool STEM jobs and down the Google rabbit hole you will go!
STEM jobs are interesting.
A rocket company launching satellites out of Bowen! A museum curator combining technology and art to engage audiences with virtual and augmented reality experiences! Robotic, AI and drone technology to increase agricultural productivity!
There is no shortage of STEM opportunities in our region for our children. Award-winning STEM Punks director and co-owner, Fiona Holmstrom says, “Mackay is one of our favourite and most visited places and the whole region is always buzzing with potential and positivity!”
Over 25 per cent of the Mackay region’s workforce is employed in sectors with strong STEM links; which is higher than both the state and national figures. Mackay Regional Council proudly supports the Whitsunday Festival of STEM, Split Spaces and its own library programs that champion STEM events and foster linkages between students, entrepreneurs, local business and industry.
So, check out STEM jobs, home-based activities and events in our region. Introducing STEM in ways that are relevant, memorable and impactful, that tap into our childrens’ interests, is setting them up for secure jobs today and into the future.
Councillor Michelle Green Mackay Regional Council
