Events space to host free science showcase for schools

Millennium Point has announced a new free event for schools on 23 June - the SciENGINEERING Showcase.

The landmark building will be full of fun shows and interactive workshops showcasing the exciting side of engineering.

School groups from across the West Midlands are invited to book free places.

Students will be able to take part in fun activities and enjoy live performances, all themed around engineering.

Plus, industry leaders will be appearing to discuss their work and give career advice.

SciENGINEERING is the fourth of Millennium Point’s annual SciSERIES events, developed to showcase the wealth of career opportunities in STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) industries.

Over 3,000 children have already enjoyed a free SciSERIES event and this year’s event is expected to be equally popular.

The SciSERIES events are part of Millennium Point Trust’s wider aim to support the growth of STEM skills in education, for which it has already invested over £40 million into the region.

Millennium Point CEO, Abbie Vlahakis, said: “Engineering not only provides exciting careers, but also the opportunity to physically improve your local community and maybe even the whole world.

“The SciENGINEERING Showcase will be fun day out and may even inspire the next prominent aerospace engineer.”

The SciENGINEERING Showcase takes place at Millennium Point on Monday 23 June and is perfect for school years 5 to 10.

To book free places for your school, or to promote your company to over 1,000 local young people, visit the website.

Pictured: Millennium Point CEO Abbie Vlahakis & Saltley Academy students at last year's SciSERIES event