Xaar supports Huntingdon school on STEM education day

Cambridge ink jet technology company Xaar supported St. Peter’s School Huntingdon through its recent STEM education day, with help from the Smallpeice Trust.

Xaar schools STEM day StPeters Huntingdon

“The event gave an opportunity for students to engage with Xaar, with practical tasks reinforcing the benefits of STEM subjects and their importance for future career opportunities,” according to the company.

50 year-10 students were two challenges: build the tallest tower that can support 100g using A4 paper; then design, build and market (and then take home) audio speakers.

“New soldering, design, manufacturing, electronics and marketing skills were developed during the day, along with understanding the importance of team building,” said Xaar.

Xaar has held several STEM events, it said, and is developing long-term relationships with a number of local schools, colleges and educational trusts, as well as raising awareness of career and apprenticeships within the company.