The Finocchiaro CLP Government is expanding Power and Water's That's My Water! program to Alice Springs.
That's My Water! sees students from Year 3-7 take part in a series of fun, hands-on activities about water and learn how to save water at school and at home.
Teachers will receive practical resources to help deliver That's My Water! Alice Springs in their classrooms.
The Finocchiaro CLP Government is expanding Power and Water's That's My Water! Program to Alice Springs to help Red Centre students discover where their water comes from and learn how to save water at school and at home.
That's My Water! gives Year 3 to 7 students a fun, hands-on way to explore where their water comes from and learn how to save it every day.
Minister for Essential Services, Steve Edgington, said the Alice Springs expansion would give students a hands-on look at how the town's water and wastewater systems work through classroom activities and a 10-week immersive program.
"Launching That's My Water in Alice Springs gives local students a real-world understanding of the water and wastewater systems their community relies on every day," Minister Edgington said.
"Water plays an important part of our unique Territory lifestyle and learning how to save water means we can enjoy it and we can save on our water usage and reduce water bills."
Minister for Water Resources and Member for Braitling Joshua Burgoyne said giving teachers high-quality resources and professional development would inspire the next generation of Territory scientists, engineers, environmental specialists, and essential service workers.
"It's great to see this program expanded to Alice Springs for the first time. Great teachers spark curiosity, and hands-on activities and virtual experiences will bring Alice Springs' water story to life for students," Minister Burgoyne said.
"Investing in STEM today means building the skilled Territory workforce we need for tomorrow."
A launch event was held Thursday afternoon in partnership with the Alice Springs STEM Educators Network, facilitated by Questacon - the National Science and Technology Centre, with teachers given the first preview of the virtual reality tour of the Alice Springs water story.
The launch included a guided tour of the Alice Springs Wastewater Treatment Plant, providing educators with a behind-the-scenes look at how wastewater is treated before being safely returned to the environment.
Questacon Educator Program's Regional Leader for the NT and organiser of Alice Springs STEM Educators Network, Luke Steller, said, "Questacon's reach extends beyond the Centre in Canberra, and we are excited to partner with Power and Water to support the launch of their That's My Water! - Alice Springs program. It's a fantastic opportunity to connect teachers in Central Australia with a new local educational resource, demonstrating the value strong school-industry partnerships can have in enriching education and creating meaningful learning experiences for students across Alice Springs."
Aligned with the Australian Curriculum, That's My Water! makes STEM learning engaging through hands-on activities, real-world examples and immersive technology.
The program allows students to become subject matter experts before developing social action projects to inspire positive behaviour change and contribute to a more sustainable water future for Alice Springs.
