Year 5/6 students investigate how plants grow in space-like conditions
on 23/02/2026
SASTA is pleased to reshare this student-written blog from Unley Primary School, highlighting an engaging Year 5/6 science investigation inspired by real-world research. The visit connected classroom learning with current work being undertaken through the Plants for Space program at the University of Adelaide. From the Science Teacher As a...
Quantum Australia Open Day 2026
on 20/02/2026
Thursday 20 April, 9am-10.20am Adelaide Convention Centre Calling school students and educators to discover careers, pathways and possibilities in quantum and STEM. Held during the Quantum Australia Conference, the Quantum Open Day 2026 invites students and teachers to explore what quantum is, why it matters, and the many career pathways...
Science Active School - Immanuel College
on 18/02/2026
Years awarded: 2024 & 2025 What makes Immanuel College a Science Active School SASTA Members Participating in the Oliphant Science Awards Staff volunteering to judge in the Oliphant Science Awards Staff member attendance at the SASTA annual conference. Immanuel College is honoured to be recognised as a SASTA Science Active...
Students Soar with Fleet Space’s LaunchBox Program
on 16/02/2026
Years 7 and 8 students at Mary MacKillop College reached for the stars during an exciting two-day LaunchBox program run in partnership with Fleet Space on December 1 and 2. This immersive experience, funded through the Australian Government’s Schools Pathways Program, gave students an authentic taste of the space industry...
Murraylands and Riverland March Professional Development Opportunities
on 16/02/2026
RIVERLAND Term 1 Teacher PD - Murtho Flats wetland tour Thursday 12 March, 4pm-7.45pm Wilkadene, Murtho Flats wetland Meet landholder and bird enthusiast Peter Freeman and tour the Murtho Flats wetland, a very special place for birds and other species like the southern bell frog. Learn about teaching resources available...