Construction complete on Katherine High School STEAM centre
Katherine High School’s new Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics centre is ready for students return from school holidays, with construction now complete on the multimillion-dollar project. SEE THE PICTURES.
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Katherine High School’s new Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics centre is ready for students returning from school holidays, with construction now complete on the $16.7 million project.
The centre will give students across the Katherine region access to a state-of-the-art learning facility, combining upgrades to existing buildings with new contemporary spaces to meet the needs of students, teachers and the wider school community.
As part of the project, local company M&J Builders provided Katherine High School students with hands on work experience through its Student Experience Initiative, giving them practical exposure to the construction industry, transferable skills and real-world experience.
More than 50 employees and subcontractors were supported through the delivery of the project.
“STEAM centres provide hands-on, real-world learning environments that prepare our children for the jobs of the future,” NT Education Minister Jo Hersey said.
“I’m proud to have championed the Katherine STEAM centre while in opposition and to now deliver the funding to complete the project in government.
“As a strong advocate for regional equity in infrastructure and education, I can’t wait to see Katherine High School students making the most of all these fantastic new facilities.”
Students will be using the classrooms from the start of Term 3 on Tuesday, July 15.
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