Meeting 2024
Strategic Roadmap
Embarking on a journey to shape the future of STEM education, Sawstem Organization recently convened a pivotal meeting at Protea Hotel, CBD Masa. The collaborative efforts of Trustees, a mentor, and four dedicated teachers from Mophane Primary unfolded into a promising chapter for STEM enthusiasts.
Meeting Highlights
The session, held on 9/12/2023 from 0900 to 1330, revolved around the comprehensive agenda of planning 2024 STEM activities aligned with school syllabi. The attendees, including two teachers deeply involved in the school's science and maths club and two others drawn in by Sawstem's impactful work, infused the meeting with energy and commitment.
Way Forward
1. January Workshop: A follow-up workshop is scheduled for January to finalize activities for standard 5 and 6 students. This session will also serve as a platform to coach new mentors, ensuring a seamless transition into effective guidance for children in these groups.
2. Parental Involvement Meeting: Recognizing the importance of parental support, a meeting with teachers and parents is on the horizon. The aim is to secure consent for weekend activities, acknowledging that mentorship is an ongoing process that can occur in group settings or through one-on-one interactions.
2. Parental Involvement Meeting: Recognizing the importance of parental support, a meeting with teachers and parents is on the horizon. The aim is to secure consent for weekend activities, acknowledging that mentorship is an ongoing process that can occur in group settings or through one-on-one interactions.
Way Forward .2
3. February Resumption: The STEM activities at Mophane Primary are set to resume in February, marking a steadfast commitment to fostering educational excellence.
Dynamic exchange
The dynamic exchange showcased the genuine excitement of teachers eager to collaborate with Sawstem in community engagement activities across the nation.
Strategic Roadmap
Our strategic roadmap reflects a dedication to empowering young minds with the tools and inspiration needed to thrive in the world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Our organization's collaborative approach and forward-thinking initiatives promise a brighter future for STEM education.
Acknowledgement Statement
This research was supported by the Sub-Saharan African Network for TB/HIV Research Excellence (SANTHE) which is funded by the Science for Africa Foundation to the Developing Excellence in Leadership, Training and Science in Africa (DELTAS Africa) programme [Del-22-007] with support from Wellcome Trust and the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and is part of the EDCPT2 programme supported by the European Union; the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation [INV-033558]; and Gilead Sciences Inc., [19275]. All content contained within is that of the authors and does not necessarily reflect positions or policies of any SANTHE funder. For the purpose of open access, the author has applied a CC BY public copyright licence to any Author Accepted Manuscript version arising from this submission.
Strategic Roadmap
Embarking on a journey to shape the future of STEM education, Sawstem Organization recently convened a pivotal meeting at Protea Hotel, CBD Masa. The collaborative efforts of Trustees, a mentor, and four dedicated teachers from Mophane Primary unfolded into a promising chapter for STEM enthusiasts.
Meeting Highlights
The session, held on 9/12/2023 from 0900 to 1330, revolved around the comprehensive agenda of planning 2024 STEM activities aligned with school syllabi. The attendees, including two teachers deeply involved in the school's science and maths club and two others drawn in by Sawstem's impactful work, infused the meeting with energy and commitment.
Way Forward
1. January Workshop: A follow-up workshop is scheduled for January to finalize activities for standard 5 and 6 students. This session will also serve as a platform to coach new mentors, ensuring a seamless transition into effective guidance for children in these groups.
2. Parental Involvement Meeting: Recognizing the importance of parental support, a meeting with teachers and parents is on the horizon. The aim is to secure consent for weekend activities, acknowledging that mentorship is an ongoing process that can occur in group settings or through one-on-one interactions.
3. February Resumption: The STEM activities at Mophane Primary are set to resume in February, marking a steadfast commitment to fostering educational excellence.
2. Parental Involvement Meeting: Recognizing the importance of parental support, a meeting with teachers and parents is on the horizon. The aim is to secure consent for weekend activities, acknowledging that mentorship is an ongoing process that can occur in group settings or through one-on-one interactions.
3. February Resumption: The STEM activities at Mophane Primary are set to resume in February, marking a steadfast commitment to fostering educational excellence.
Enthusiastic Collaboration
The dynamic exchange showcased the genuine excitement of teachers eager to collaborate with Sawstem in community engagement activities across the nation. This collaborative spirit is poised to amplify the reach and impact of STEM education.
Acknowledgement Statement
This research was supported by the Sub-Saharan African Network for TB/HIV Research Excellence (SANTHE) which is funded by the Science for Africa Foundation to the Developing Excellence in Leadership, Training and Science in Africa (DELTAS Africa) programme [Del-22-007] with support from Wellcome Trust and the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and is part of the EDCPT2 programme supported by the European Union; the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation [INV-033558]; and Gilead Sciences Inc., [19275]. All content contained within is that of the authors and does not necessarily reflect positions or policies of any SANTHE funder. For the purpose of open access, the author has applied a CC BY public copyright licence to any Author Accepted Manuscript version arising from this submission.