TY Update Spring 2018 | Page 36

! SCIFEST SHOW RACISM THE RED CARD SciFest is a science fair programme that takes place at local, regional, and national level. It is free to enter and participation is particularly suited to TY students. A charity set up to tackle racism. Our resources include DVD education pack, mascot, stickers, posters, wristbands and website. ! Last year over 8000 students participated. National winners compete at Intel ISEF in America and INESPO in the Netherlands. ! SciFest inspires creativity and innovation. ! ! Our programmes include: • creative competition • wear red day • ambassador workshops • education packS ! ! Contact us for more information ! SMART FUTURES Smart Futures is the national collaborative programme providing access to role models and careers information in s c i e n c e , t e c h n o l o g y, engineering and Maths (STEM) to increase the level of STEM subject and career uptake. ! Visit www.smartfutures.ie ! ! ! TAYTO PARK We o ff e r a v a r i e t y o f packages for TY students. Choose from a fun-day out all-inclusive package or one of our educational sessions such as business, biodiversity, conservation or a tailored package! ! Tayto Park is the only destination that combines thrilling park attractions, a unique zoo experience and learning outside the classroom in one location. ! www.theredcard.ie [email protected] TY Ir ! ! ! TEAM HOPE TEEN LINE THE ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF IRELAND Christmas Shoebox Appeal TeenLine Ireland is a free- phone and free text service dedicated to teenagers. Our lines are open every day of the year from 8pm to 11pm. All calls are confidential. Works across the country in the heart of local communities providing dementia specific services and supports and advocating for the rights and needs of all people living with dementia and their carers. Get your school involved in making shoeboxes for children in need across Africa and Eastern Europe. Last year Team Hope sent 254,218 shoeboxes from Ireland to children living in poverty. ! For information on volunteering contact: [email protected] ! ! Our free text service is also open at the same times. ! ! Text “TEEN” to 50015. www.teamhope.ie T Y UPDATE SPRING 2018 ! ! www.alzheimer.ie TY ONLINE ! TY EXPO ! TY UPDATE