ALFA and Friends, a leading provider of STEM-focused preschool education programmes in Malaysia, is excited to share the success story behind FunSTEM Carnival.
This event aimed to give exposure to the community, especially parents, about the importance of STEM education for children.
ALFA and Friends also wanted to create more awareness regarding STEM education, which can be introduced through fun approaches to make children love learning.
This can meet the nation’s objective of creating a generation more exposed to STEM education.
The FunSTEM Carnival was held on 3rd March 2024 at ALFA and Friends HQ in Puchong, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
This education-themed carnival welcomed visitors of all ages, especially parents with children aged 4 to 12.
From demonstrations to hands-on experiments, competition, parenting talk, an educational booth, and numerous other activities, they were well-prepared for children of all ages to enjoy.
Besides STEM-related activities, they also hosted a children’s fashion show with ‘STEM Career’ as the theme.
On top of that, their VIP guest, member of Parliament for Puchong, YB Yeo Bee Yin, officiated the FunSTEM Carnival in the morning.
“We were thrilled to be hosting the FunSTEM Carnival with our strategic partners and hoped our little effort could develop more STEM leaders in the nation’s workforce moving forward,” said Ho Teh Eng, Founder of ALFA and Friends and an ex-chemical engineer.
In addition to the educational activities, the FunSTEM Carnival featured:
STEM Competitions
Participants had the opportunity to showcase their skills and innovation in various STEM competitions such as Coding & Robotics, Digital Art, and Maths.
STEM Workshops
Engaging workshops designed to inspire creativity and critical thinking in participants ages 4 to 12.
Fashion Show
A showcase of STEM inspired by ‘STEM Career’, highlighting the intersection of Science, Technology, and Art.
Lucky Draw
Exciting prizes were won by lucky winners in the carnival’s lucky draw segment.
Children Exhibition
ALFA and Friends Centre students were able to showcase their artwork and success stories in the field of STEM.
Educational Booths
Interactive booths offered hands-on learning experiences and valuable information about STEM-related topics.
The event admission was free to the public, and it was a unique and enjoyable learning experience for all attendees.
ALFA and Friends has committed to making the FunSTEM Carnival a success and believe that the carnival was not just about having fun but also inspiring a love for STEM in young minds that will lead to making successful STEM leaders in the future.
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