Our Education Scotland STEM e-bulletin for March is live - packed full of news about resources, events and activities to support your STEM journey:
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This Friday, Oakburn EYC in East Dunbartonshire Council will host the penultimate @educationscotland.bsky.social STEM Nation Award Open Day 2026.
Tickets are selling fast so get yours today 🎟️blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/glowblogs/stemnation/202...
The @educationscotland.bsky.social #STEMnation Award supports ELC settings, schools & CLD providers to develop high-quality STEM learning experiences through #Leadership #FamilyLearning #Employability #LearnerPathways & #EquityAndEquality Join us to find out more! ☕️👥https://bit.ly/4rkRfAo
‘Smashing Stereotypes‘ is a collection of stories challenging long-standing stereotypes to encourage young people to see themselves as scientists.
With profiles of chefs, product designers & more ‘Smashing Stereotypes‘ shows science is for everyone.
www.britishscienceweek.org/smashing-stereotypes/
The theme for British Science Week 2026 is 'Curiosity: what’s your question?'
Download free activity packs for year round use, filled with fun & educational activities. Resources suitable for under 5s to around age 14.
British Science Week 6 - 15 March
www.britishscienceweek.org/activity-pac...
British Science Week at Dundee Science Centre is a 10 day celebration of STEM - 6 – 15 March. Get curious, get hands-on & get inspired!
🗺️Curiosity Trail
💭Curiosity Wall
⚡Curiosity Station
www.dundeesciencecentre.org.uk/celebrating-curiosity-join-dundee-science-centre-for-british-science-week/
Young people can discover the exciting world of engineering & its potential to change lives on World Engineering Day. Let's inspire the next generation of engineers to take up the challenge of developing innovative solutions for a sustainable present & future. 4 March worldengineeringday.net/
Celebrate World Engineering Day on March 4. A unique opportunity to highlight the importance of engineers & engineering in shaping today’s society, improving the public’s understanding of how engineering & technology are central to modern life & sustainable development.
worldengineeringday.net
Get involved in Mars Day 26 - 3 March!
A free virtual adventure for everyone, Mars Day has an out-of-this-world programme of live link-ups, activities, resources, talks & live Q&A with space stars & discussions with heroes of the UK space industry.
www.stem.org.uk/primary/enrichment/mars-day
Apprenticeships are working for Scotland. They help the nation:
create careers
build businesses
grow the workforce
Nearly 40,000 apprentices currently in training, 64% of Modern Apprentices are employed in STEM-related roles.
Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2 - 6 March #ScotAppWeek26
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⭐1 week to go ⭐
On Wednesday 4th March, Polkemmet Primary School are hosting an @educationscotland.bsky.social STEM Nation Award Open Day and we would love to see you there!
🎟️ For more information and to book tickets ➡️ blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/glowblogs/st...
Campaign for Learning Family Learning Awards celebrate imaginative, innovative & inclusive family learning delivered through events, activities, courses & initiatives in:
• Early Years
• Health & Wellbeing
• Innovation
• STEM
Applications close 19 March.
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Scottish Government consultation on updating School Premises Regulations which set standards for school site areas, accommodation, lighting & ventilation. Updates will reflect modern requirements - digital connectivity, accessible facilities, wellbeing spaces & outdoor learning.
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Campaign for Learning Family Learning Awards celebrate imaginative, innovative & inclusive family learning delivered through events, activities, courses & initiatives in:
• Early Years
• Health & Wellbeing
• Innovation
• STEM
Applications close 19 March.
shorturl.at/XuMsJ
⭐Congratulations to Farr High School in Highland Council on achieving a full #STEMnation Award! The school was praised for its inclusive & forward-thinking approach to #STEM education.
👉https://ow.ly/GLFz50Y608S
⭐ Only 1 week to go! ⭐
We are getting ready for our 1st ever @educationscotland.bsky.social CLD STEM Nation Award Open Day hosted by Spartans Community Foundation.
Join us for a hands-on afternoon packed with STEM fun, curiosity, and community.
🎟️ www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stem-natio...
The countdown to Mars Day 26 is on!
A free virtual adventure for everyone, Mars Day has an out-of-this-world programme of live link-ups, activities, resources, talks & live Q&A with space stars & discussions with heroes of the UK space industry. 3 March
www.stem.org.uk/primary/enrichment/mars-day
Get involved in Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2-6 March. Apprenticeships are working for business, people & Scotland’s economy.
Discover the benefits of Foundation, Modern & Graduate Apprenticeships.
www.apprenticeships.scot/events/scottish-apprenticeship-week/get-involved
AI Futures National Competition
Students design an AI-powered solution to improve life in their community or support a UK growth sector (eg healthcare, energy, transport).
Deadline: 27 March
Prizes Include: Experience day at/from the National Robotarium
Find out more: Blair.Wilson@hw.ac.uk
Take part in the AI Futures Academy for students age 12–18, supporting teachers & increasing diversity in AI-related pathways.
Hands-On Workshop: AI & Robotics Football Challenge
Students use VEX AIM robot kits to play world cup themed football-style game powered by AI.
Email blair.wilson@hw.ac.uk
Join the AI Futures Academy - an EPSRC-funded programme for students age 12–18 - supporting teachers & increasing diversity in AI-related pathways.
Student Webinar: The Future of AI & Robotics
events.teams.microsoft.com/event/d0684962-4983-4b00-b612-1c98af33bad6@6c425ff2-6865-42df-a4db-8e6af634813d
We are hosting a series of #STEM Nation Award Open Days this February and March. The events are held across various #STEMnation Award settings throughout Scotland!
Sign up 👇
https://ow.ly/F3yo50Y0zhc
⭐Congratulations to Livingston Village Primary School in West Lothian Council on achieving a full #STEMnation Award! The school was praised for its commitment to equity and equality in #STEM.
Find out more👉https://ow.ly/GLFz50Y608S
This week we're focusing on the Curriculum Improvement Cycle for #maths and #numeracy.
Check out this webinar recording for a look at the progress so far.
👉https://ow.ly/YImC50YccHP
Today is #SaferInternetDay .
In Graeme High School in Falkirk Council, AI is helping to transform the Modern Studies classroom. @graemehighschool.bsky.social @fceducationservice.bsky.social
glowconnect.org.uk/transforming...
Today is #SaferInternetDay . Did you know there are a range of AI tools within Glow that can be used to support learners? Find out more on Glow Connect!
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Today is #SaferInternetDay .
Visit @educationscotland.bsky.social Cyber Resilience & Internet Safety Professional Learning Community on Glow, with lots of useful resources, news and links to support practitioners.
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Today is #SaferInternetDay exploring the impact of AI, examining how AI can be used safely & for good. UK Safer Internet Centre has free educational resources supporting the safe use of AI with young people.
saferinternet.org.uk/safer-internet-day/safer-internet-day-2025/2025-education-resources
⭐ 3 weeks until Spartans Community Foundation host our first ever Community Learning & Development (CLD) STEM Nation Award Open Day!
📍 Spartans CF
🗓️ 2 March
⏰ 3–5pm
🎟️ Free to attend but spaces are limited so make sure to book your place today: blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/glowblogs/st...
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