This is a project-style competition. Teachers divide the class into teams up to 6. Each team comes up with a project idea by identifying something they would like to improve in their community.
The students follow a structured STEPS Project Book comprising a series of worksheets. The book itself is self-explanatory and the teacher’s role is that of facilitator. There is no requirement for any background in engineering to take part!
Projects are judged by a panel of engineers from diverse backgrounds. All participants are celebrated in December for the Christmas party (with a surprise special guest), and in May for the STEPS Young Engineers Award Online Ceremony and STEPS Live Engineering Show.
To find out more of the experience watch the Teacher Spotlight Video. You can check out previous winners and finalists in the All Stars Section on the website or you can see if your questions can be answered in the FAQ section.