On Monday, 12 May, a talented group of 26 Shalom students took part in the Science and Engineering Challenge at the Bundaberg Multiplex. This day-long competition offers Year 9 and 10 students an exciting and hands-on experience with Science and Engineering.

Schools enter eight teams, each consisting of three or four students, who are assigned a challenge requiring them to design, construct, and test a solution to a given problem. The challenges vary, including tasks such as building a balsa wood plane, a fish trap device, an eco-friendly house, and a bridge.

Shalom students embraced the competition with enthusiasm, showcasing impressive problem-solving abilities and teamwork, earning a well-deserved fourth place overall. A standout performance came from Lachlan B, Ben R, Jack S, and Eva d J, who triumphed in the ‘Wind Turbine’ challenge with an innovative design that recorded the highest revolutions per minute.

Jack, Ben, Eva and Lachlan – Wind Turbine Challenge Winners

The competition was incredibly close, with top schools performing exceptionally well across all challenges. As always, Shalom students demonstrated the great spirit their school is known for, making the day a memorable and enjoyable experience for all who attended.

Mr Brendan Maher & Mrs Debbie Bishhop
Shalom Competition Coordinators
Brendan_Maher@rok.catholic.edu.au
Deborah_Bishop@rok.catholic.edu.au