With curriculum time getting busier and busier, a great way to inspire and empower students is before and after school with extracurricular programs for students. Our after school programs are fantastic at doing this and allow us to get students thinking big and focussing on cross-curricular, project-based learning as they tackle challenges, build skills and work on projects that get them thinking about the world around them and the exciting opportunities open to their generation.
With everything from designing future cities to launching influencer brands, building businesses, working with technology and more, we have a range of standard programs to choose from, or we're able to customise a program to your school community. Our after school programs typically run for 6-8 weeks and cost $30 per student per week.
Zero Waste Mining
Reimagining Mining For A Sustainable Future
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About The Program
Step into the future of mining with the Zero Waste Mining program, a dynamic learning experience designed to inspire high school students to reimagine the mining industry through STEM, design thinking, and innovation. This program challenges students to conceptualise a sustainable, efficient, and community-centered mine of the future. Through a series of engaging activities, participants will tackle real-world problems, develop practical solutions, and gain insights into the advanced technologies shaping modern mining practices.
In our Technology in Mining activity, students will explore cutting-edge advancements like autonomous machinery, drones, and artificial intelligence. They’ll delve into how these innovations are revolutionising the mining industry in Australia, enhancing safety and efficiency. Armed with this knowledge, participants will design a comprehensive plan to integrate these technologies into their mine, optimising processes and reducing waste.
From there, students will start to explore Sustainability in Mining, as they analyse how mining operations can coexist harmoniously with the environment. By investigating renewable energy sources, biodiversity preservation, and recycling opportunities, they will craft innovative strategies to ensure sustainable practices.
In the final challenge, Community Engagement, students will think critically about how mining companies can leave a lasting, positive impact on local communities. From economic stimulation to cultural preservation, participants will develop creative solutions to foster a harmonious relationship between industry and society. This workshop empowers students to envision a greener, more inclusive future for mining.
Age Group
This program has been designed for High School students and is recommended specifically for Grade 8-12 students.
Program Length
This program can be adapted in length to run for half a day, a full day, or two days in length.
Longer programs allow students to further develop their skills and dive deeper as they bring their ideas to life. Shorter programs are great as a taster experience for students touching lightly on the key topics.
Topics Covered
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Case Studies
Our Zero Waste Mining program has been designed to help their students develop their understanding related to future careers in mining, and their skills in sustainable design, innovative thinking, and design thinking.
Examples of how schools have utilised this program in the past include:
Methodist Ladies' College | Year 10: Delivered as part of a week long Industry Innovators program to help students learn how organisations across industries innovate.
Rio Tinto | Year 6: Delivered as a full day workshop for schools across regional Western Australia to explore future careers in mining.
Cannon Hill Anglican College | Year 10: Delivered as part of a week long Industry Innovators program to help students learn how organisations across industries innovate.
We understand that every school and every class is different. This is why our experienced team of facilitators work to tailor every program we deliver to suit each client's context.
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