Amideast/UAE, The Boeing Company, and Pure Minds Education were pleased to celebrate the graduation of 180 young students from its STEM Pioneers Program, a six-month educational program designed to develop the critical thinking skills of youth in the UAE using STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) concepts, with a focus on aerospace.
The ceremony, which was held at Knowledge Park in Dubai, also recognized 28 educators who received training in the application of STEM activities in their schools.
The STEM Pioneers Program introduced 180 students between ages 13 and 15 from five private schools in Dubai to five aerospace challenges and engaged them in scientific learning activities that involved the design and testing of model airplanes and rockets. The activities were also designed to develop their knowledge of aerospace engineering, improve their problem-solving capabilities, and strengthen their ability to work effectively in teams.
“The STEM Pioneers Program is a testament to our commitment to invest in innovative programs that advance STEM education and support the UAE’s fast-growing aerospace industry,” said Kuljit Ghata-Aura, President of Boeing Middle East, Türkiye and Africa (META). “Boeing celebrates the inspiration and sense of accomplishment STEM programs can bring to young minds. We are proud to champion a unique program like STEM Pioneers and thank our long-standing partners Amideast and Pure Minds Education for providing such an engaging experience.”
His comments were echoed by Amideast/UAE Country Director Sara El Dallal in her comments: “It has been an honor for Amideast to partner with Boeing International and Pure Minds Education on a project that supports the important STEM goals of the UAE’s Advanced Science Agenda. The achievements of these young people during the course of the program speak to the value of well-designed programs to educate this young generation to meet the challenges of the future.”
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