YOUNGSTERS got to grips with media and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) careers.
The team of six year 8 learners from Ninestiles took part in the BBC’s national WiSTEM (Women in STEM) Day, held at the BBC’s Birmingham HQ at The Mailbox.
Students Inayah, Gracious, Precious, Oluwanifemi, another Inayah, and Amelia represented Ninestiles in the event, which connected youngsters from across the UK, including teams at BBC London, BBC Manchester, and BBC Edinburgh via live Zoom sessions.
The day was packed with hands on activities from directing and filming a two-minute news segment to programming robots through coding challenges, exploring AI technologies, and quizzing an expert panel featuring speakers from the European Broadcasting Union, the BBC, and trailblazing women across STEM and media industries.
The BBC WiSTEM initiative is part of a wider national effort to encourage greater female participation in STEM fields and give young learners real world exposure to creative and technical careers.
Alex Hughes, Ninestiles headteacher, said: “We are thrilled our learners were able to take part in such a prestigious event.
“Opportunities like WiSTEM Day help open doors and minds, inspiring young people, especially girls, to see themselves as future leaders in science, technology, and media.”
