AutismBC Goes to Young Engineers (Richmond) (FULL)

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AutismBC Goes: STEM Fun Workshop – Program Giveaway

Join us for a fun-filled 1-hour STEM workshop designed for Lower Mainland AutismBC Members with children in Kindergarten to Grade 7! As part of AutismBC Goes, we’re giving away 8 spots per session for this exciting Young Engineers Richmond workshop. Winners will be selected at random and provided a registration code to book their session. 

Workshop Details 
Location: Young Engineers Richmond
Unit 220-11780 Hammersmith Way, Richmond, BC 
Phone: 604-655-5306 
Email: [email protected] 

Please note: This is a giveaway draw; only winners will be contacted for participation in the event. 

How: Registration is required; please see essential details below. 

Eligibility: Open to Lower Mainland AutismBC Members with children in K – Grade 7 

What: An open house tour of their inclusive social programs for the winners and their parents. Followed by guided building challenge engineering classes for the selected winners.

Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025, from 1-5 pm

Program Levels: Beginner, Intermediate 

Schedule & Age Groups 

• OPEN HOUSE: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm; winners and their parents who want a tour and to meet the Young Engineers team!

Bricks Challenge (K – Grade 3) 
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM 

Galileo Technic (Grade 4 – Grade 7) 
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM 

Registration Rules & Information
A total of 16 winners will be selected, with eight winners per class challenge program.
The draw opens on Thursday, March 6, at 10:00 AM, and closes on Thursday, March 20, at noon.
Each winner may register up to two (2) participants per membership ID. Multiple entries per membership are not permitted.
If selected and unable to attend, winners must notify us immediately via email through our contact page to allow reallocation of the spot.
Winners will receive a registration code via email after March 20 to confirm their participation.

Additional Information
This AutismBC Goes event provides children and youth an opportunity to explore an engineering-focused social group.
This is not a drop-off event—a parent or caregiver must remain on-site for the duration of the class.
Participants must register only for the appropriate age and grade level of their child.
Snacks and refreshments will be available during the open house. We will make efforts to provide safe snack options.
If your child has a severe food allergy, please inform us in advance.

How to Enter

Register for the giveaway to enter the draw. Winners will be randomly selected and notified via email with a registration code to confirm their spot.

Don’t miss this exciting STEM learning opportunity!

Bricks Challenge (K – Grade 3) 
Students will explore key scientific principles through hands-on building and storytelling. Inspired by historical scientists and inventors such as Leonardo Da Vinci, Sir Isaac Newton, and Archimedes, students will engage in activities that introduce them to fundamental physics concepts, including: 

• Centrifugal and centripetal force 

• Force of inertia 

• Kinetic and potential energy 

• Law of action-reaction 

• Lift force, torque, and leverage points 

• Load distribution and angular momentum 

Students will also practice the mathematical skills necessary for scientific calculations related to their models. 

Registration Closed.

Galileo Technic (Grade 4 – Grade 7) 
Designed for older students, the Galileo Technic program provides an in-depth look at mechanical systems from an engineer’s perspective. Participants will work in teams to build complex machines, exploring: 

• Mechanical, mathematical, and physical aspects of engineering 

• Logical problem-solving and teamwork in construction 

• The fundamental principles behind machinery design and function 

Registration Closed.

Parent Guidelines
Arrival: Drop off your child 5 minutes before the session start time to ensure a smooth check-in process.
Pick-Up: Parents should not remain in the classroom during the session but may arrive 10 minutes early for pick-up to view their child’s work.
Classroom Equipment: All provided materials and equipment must remain on-site and cannot be taken home.
Personal Items: Children may bring a water bottle, but food and snacks are not permitted in the classroom.

About Young Engineers: 

Founded in 2008, Young Engineers operates Engineering after-school activities in over 50 countries, Our mission is to prepare 4 to 15-year-old students for the changing demands of the 21st-century workforce. With over 30,000 happy students globally, Young Engineers has been recognized by the Harvard School of Education and the European Union Commission. At Young Engineers, we believe in engaging our students’ education processes while developing the student’s learning skills. We understand that every child has a different technique for learning and retaining information; yet, we have found out that making learning fun is the lowest common denominator for a successful education. We have meticulously generated hands-on curricula, which combine education and entertainment, creating our unique “edutainment” method.

At AutismBC Goes events, we aim to foster a sense of community and belonging, ensuring that cost is never a barrier to participation. By organizing engaging outings and activities, we offer opportunities for autistic individuals and their families to connect, have fun, and learn in a supportive environment. 

Our programs are designed to support, empower, and connect the autism community!

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