1K kids to take part in Adek project
ABU DHABI — Over 1,000 students are set to take part in the abu Dhabi Department of Education and knowledge’s (adek) ‘heritage, Culture and science Community schools project’. The project is part of the winter activities programme that is being held under the slogan ‘the UAE spirit Camp’.
The programme encourages “productive interaction” with a focus on its four pillars: science and Maths, robotics and Programming, sports and health, Culture and heritage. The programme, which runs until january 10, will see students divided into three teams.
Nasser khamis al Marri, adek’s acting development director for programmes, said: “The heritage, Culture and science project is part of the adek’s keenness to raise an innovative generation, proud of their culture and national heritage. it is also a part of our efforts to strengthen the role of schools into becoming a scientific, cultural and social beacon. This supports the abu Dhabi Plan 2030 by establishing an integrated programme which is especially designed to meet student needs based on age group.
“The programme will enhance their skills, ignite their teamwork spirit and help them become more aware of their responsibilities towards the community.”
The programme covers schools in abu Dhabi, the al ain and the al Dhafra regions.
it includes scientific activities for students from Grades 1 to 12, where they learn the basic skills of mathematics and science through solving puzzles and engaging in competitions. robotics and programming activities focus on teaching coding as well as understanding the future potential of robots.