iLumin8

STEAM LAUNCH

iLumin8 2019, a STEAM program for all Year 8, was launched on 28 March.

WHAT WE DID

For the iLumin8 launch we collected milk cartons and washed them out. We worked in science class groups to make our designated letter for the word iLumin8 with the help of our science, maths and art teachers. We used led lights, batteries and masking tape and milk cartons. Each of the letters were then lined up in order to spell iLumin8 in different colours.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT

The letters will now be used to display at the entrance to iLumin8. We will now work collaboratively in our science, art and maths classes to create a variety of light installations for the iLumin8 evening. These light displays will be interactive and made with coded sensors, coding and recycled materials. We will also electronically display our work from visual arts and in dance.

WHAT ITS ABOUT

iLumin8 was inspired by Sydney’s light festival – VIVID. The iLumin8 festival is a collaborative project for all year 8 students and teachers in different faculties. We dedicate a term to prepare for iLumin8 to show to the parents, student and school community. Each class designs a project to construct and display around the school. iLumin8 is a great opportunity for Year 8 students to enhance their creativity, problem solving and critical thinking.

Genevieve Yi, Year 8

The 2019 iLumin8 Festival will be held in the grounds of Burwood Girls High School on Tuesday 2 July from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.