{"id":14094,"date":"2024-01-29T12:27:45","date_gmt":"2024-01-29T12:27:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/?p=14094"},"modified":"2024-01-29T16:50:18","modified_gmt":"2024-01-29T16:50:18","slug":"formula-1-rewards-trip-brings-stem-to-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bridgnorthendowed.co.uk\/news\/formula-1-rewards-trip-brings-stem-to-life\/","title":{"rendered":"Formula 1 Rewards Trip Brings STEM to Life"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Bridgnorth Endowed pupils enjoying the thrill of Formula 1 racing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

As rewards trips go, last week\u2019s visit to Williams Racing \u2013 the home to one of Formula 1\u2019s most iconic teams \u2013 was amongst one of the most exciting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Selected by their Heads of House, 40 lucky students from Years 7 to 9 got the chance to see behind the scenes of the legendary race team\u2019s headquarters in Grove, Oxfordshire and take part in a STEM enrichment experience to remember.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

F1 Racing Simulators<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first stop of the day was at the Esports Lounge, where students were soon able to feel the buzz of a Formula 1 race and put their racing skills to the test behind the wheel of state-of-the-art simulators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nathan Roberts, from 10SC, and Quinn Hickie, from 7VE, were both hailed as champions, winning two out of their three races. Slower, more cautious \u2018drivers\u2019 were also able to show-off their talents as one of the rounds involved the careful navigation of Monaco\u2019s infamous street circuit in wet conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heritage Museum Tour<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Following the adrenaline rush of the virtual race track experience, the students stepped back in time to immerse themselves in the rich history of Williams Grand Prix engineering with a tour of the Heritage Museum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They discovered a treasure trove of iconic racing cars, legendary drivers’ memorabilia, and interactive exhibits that brought the excitement of motorsports to life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From vintage classics to modern marvels, the museum plotted the evolution of F1 through technological advancements and unforgettable moments that shaped the sport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

STEM Team Challenge<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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“Formula No 1” were the winning team in the STEM Lego Mindstorms EV3 challenge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

After a quick pit-stop to refuel, the students then took on the Williams STEM Lego Mindstorms EV3 team activity, which involved programming a robot, developing a brand and presenting their project to the group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Team \u201cFormula No 1\u201d were victorious as they were the first to ensure their robot could complete a circuit of Silverstone. Henry Griffin, Ben Hirsch, Harrison Hakeman, Emily Sanderson and Oliver Winborn showed all the skills of a great pit-crew and pulled together to win first place and a limited edition Williams team baseball cap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Head of Maths and trip organiser, Mr Hughes, said: \u201cThe Formula 1 rewards trip was a great success and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the day.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“The Williams Experience Centre was very impressive and offered our younger students an immersive and engaging way to see STEM in action and spark their interest in considering a future career in this area.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Trip Highlights<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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As rewards trips go, last week\u2019s visit to Williams Racing \u2013 the home to one of Formula 1\u2019s most iconic teams \u2013 was amongst one of the most exciting. Selected by their Heads of House, 40 lucky students from Years 7 to 9 got the chance to see behind the scenes of the legendary race … <\/p>\n

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