A small group of children had the opportunity to visit Newcastle University in July 2024 accompanied by Robbie Shaw. The visit began with an exclusive tour of Newcastle University’s impressive new Engineering building – Stephenson Building. During the tour, the children marvelled at Mars Rovers, racing car chassis, cutting-edge 3D printing technology, water flow research, and the state-of-the-art educational rooms.
The children also visited the Great North Museum, where they met Martin Karran from the Fiona Foundation, a dedicated family-run foundation that supports initiatives including KATS. This interaction provided the children with an opportunity to discuss the experiences they’ve had, including the visit to the Farne Islands to study marine wildlife, creating media diaries with children from Delhi, and exploring the numerous technological advancements and opportunities in engineering at Newcastle University.
KATS (Kids Action Thru Science) returned to St Teresa’s in March 2024 to talk about pollution in our seas and being part of a global network with a school in India. One of the highlights of the day was the presence of a special guest, Shveta, a teacher from Delhi. Her stories painted a vivid picture of environmental challenges, especially concerning pollution in our seas and oceans. It was eye-opening for the children to realise that these issues extend far beyond our immediate surroundings and touch lives halfway across the globe.
The exchange of postcards with children from an Indian school in Delhi was a beautiful gesture that fostered cultural exchange and understanding. It was heartening to see the children engage with peers from a different part of the world, united by a shared concern for the environment.
Amidst the serious discussions, there was also room for celebration as the children immersed themselves in the colours and joy of the Indian festival of Holi. It was a delightful reminder of the importance of preserving our environment and using natural resources wisely.
Equipped with newfound knowledge and inspiration, the children eagerly participated in creating posters with messages about pollution in the seas. The excitement reached its peak when it was announced that lucky winners would have their posters displayed in a Newcastle art gallery.
