At Tessa International School, we are always eager to inspire young minds through meaningful and engaging learning experiences. Each year, we celebrate Engineers Week—a nationwide initiative dedicated to fostering a love for engineering and innovation in students of all ages.

Engineers Week 2025, themed “Design Your Future,” highlights the power of engineering in shaping a better world and encourages youth to explore limitless possibilities.

The STEM teacher shows the inner structure of a clock to Grade 1 students at Tessa International School.

We foster learners’ curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving through STEM education.

What Engineers Week is

Founded in 1951 by the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE), Engineers Week aims to raise public awareness about the contributions of engineers to quality of life and motivates the next generation of innovators.

Held annually in February, it is a time for schools and organizations across the country to engage students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) through hands-on learning and mentorship, showing how engineering influences everything from smartphones to sustainable cities. For children, it’s a chance to ask, “What if?”—and start finding answers actively.

Celebrating Engineers Week at Tessa International School

According to Discover Engineering, 74% of educators say their students do not have many opportunities to meet an engineer or technical professional. At Tessa International School, we integrate various learning opportunities to make engineering concepts come to life.

Meeting with Future Engineers

What does it take to become an engineer? What tools do engineers use? Our primary students had an online meeting with college students currently majoring in engineering, expanding their understanding of and interest in engineering and technology careers.

Exploring Branches of Engineering

Students also interacted with real engineers from diverse fields—our wonderful parent speakers! Through age-appropriate activities, they explored how creativity and knowledge can solve real-world problems, aligning with the goal of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) framework: fostering meaningful and lasting real-world connections.

Mechanical Engineering: Disassembling a clock to understand how hour and minute relationships are maintained.
Bioengineering: Using microscopes to make their own observations of biological structures.
Cybersecurity Engineering: Learning about data protection through child-friendly visualizations.

Hands-On Highlight: Civil Engineering Bridge Challenge

Bridges, buildings, and roads—civil engineers design and construct the structures that shape our daily lives.

After learning about truss bridges, our students became city planners, transforming their imagination into miniature bridges built with straws and tape. Collaborating with their peers, they explored physics, teamwork, and perseverance—embracing failures as valuable learning opportunities!

STEM Education at Tessa International School

While Engineers Week is a highlight, STEM is an integral part of our curriculum as one of our ‘Specials’ classes, designed to develop well-rounded learners.

Through hands-on projects and investigations, this transdisciplinary class not only enhances students’ literacy in math, science, and technology but also nurtures curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking—essential qualities for those ready to make a positive impact.

Did you know? Bilingual students enjoy unique advantages in STEM learning.

FAQs

Q: What is the theme of Engineers Week 2025?

The 2025 Engineers Week theme, “Design Your Future,” is both a celebration of past and present technological achievements and a call for a brighter, more diverse future with collective ingenuity.

Q: How can parents support their child’s interest in Engineering?

Parents are essential partners in children’s learning journey. Even without an engineering background, you can introduce your child to these concepts in a fun way. For example,

Encourage curiosity by providing STEM-related books, puzzles, and building kits;
Always ask open-ended questions about how things work;
Explore engineering projects together.

Learn more about how parents can support their children in learning here.

Q: How does Tessa support students’ STEM learning?

STEM is one of the “Specials” classes embedded in our rigorous curriculum to promote students’ transdisciplinary learning, preparing them for a future of interconnected knowledge and skills. Through hands-on projects, students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills by exploring scientific concepts, experimenting with technology, and applying engineering principles to real-world challenges.

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Importance of Math and Science in Primary School Education

The early years of education are critical for children’s ability to handle key concepts and shape their belief in lifelong learning. Math and Science education at the primary level serves several important purposes:

Building Blocks for Future Learning: Early STEM exposure significantly influences later educational outcomes. Incorporating STEM into early learning helps children develop fundamental knowledge that will be built upon in subsequent school years. Research also shows that early STEM instruction leads to better language and literacy outcomes, all of which are essential to children’s current and future potential.

Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Math constitutes a fundamental part of human thought and logic, and STEM learning encourages logical reasoning, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills. These cognitive abilities are crucial not only for understanding the content of other school subjects but also for enhancing their life chances.

Creativity and Innovation: STEM fields are at the forefront of innovation. By engaging with these subjects early on, children learn to think creatively and approach problems with innovative solutions. Studies indicate that young learners are already capable of using engineering habits of mind in their free-play STEM activities.

It’s never too early to dive into STEM learning.

How Tessa’s Math & STEM Specialist Sets Tessa Primary Program Apart

In-depth Exploration: Unlike many primary schools, Tessa has a specialist that ensures students not only learn the basics but also explore more advanced topics that stimulate intellectual curiosity. Our school offers a curriculum that dives deep into Math and Science concepts.

Engaging Activities: Learning at Tessa is far from rote memorization. Our specialist employs hands-on activities, experiments, and projects that make Math and Science come alive. This approach helps students see the real-world applications of what they learn, making the subjects more relevant and exciting.

Strong Foundation: By focusing on critical thinking and problem-solving skills, our program prepares students for future academic and professional success. We aim to instill a love for learning that will last a lifetime, encouraging students to pursue STEM fields with confidence.

Our dedicated Math & STEM Specialist provides rigorous and engaging instruction for students.

Choosing the right primary school for your child is a crucial decision that can shape their educational journey and future success. At Tessa, our commitment to excellence in Math and Science education sets us apart. With the guidance of our dedicated Math & STEM Specialist, we provide a stimulating and supportive environment where young learners can thrive in a technology-driven world.

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