STEAM Laboratory Initiative — Old Boys 91 OL / 94 AL

Quick Overview

Focus

Robotics • Coding • Electronics • Practical Science

Audience

Middle & Senior School Students

Goal

Hands-on learning + innovation culture

Outcomes

Future-ready skills & stronger STEAM confidence

What is a STEAM Lab?

A STEAM Lab is a dedicated learning space where students go beyond theory and learn by doing — experimenting, designing, building, and improving projects in a guided environment.

Robotics & Microcontrollers: introductory boards and kits to build working models.
Coding: learning programming basics through real outcomes (controls, sensors, logic).
Electronics Prototyping: safe, supervised projects using basic components and tools.
Applied Science: experiments and measurements that strengthen classroom learning.

Why it Matters

Modern education is shifting towards problem-solving and practical skills. A STEAM Lab supports students to become confident thinkers, creators, and collaborators — not only exam-focused learners.

Builds critical thinking and structured problem-solving.
Encourages creativity through designing and testing new ideas.
Develops teamwork and communication via group projects.
Creates early exposure to pathways in engineering, IT, science, and innovation.

Key Benefits

Practical robotics, coding, and electronics projects
Team-based challenges that foster leadership
Exposure to modern tools and technology
Mentorship opportunities from Old Boys and educators

Impact on the School

The STEAM Lab strengthens the science and technology curriculum and supports a project-based learning culture. It also helps prepare students for competitions, innovation events, and real-world problem solving.

Better confidence for STEAM subjects and practical assessments
Support for Olympiads, hackathons, exhibitions, and school projects
Improved student engagement through hands-on learning

What the STEAM Lab Will Include

The lab will be planned as a safe, structured environment with core equipment that supports learning and creativity. Final selections will be aligned with school guidance and student needs.

Workbenches and organised storage for kits and components
Robotics kits and beginner microcontroller sets
Basic electronics learning materials and prototyping supplies

Project display area to showcase student work and achievements
Teacher/mentor-led sessions and guided project time
Safety-first setup and responsible usage guidelines

Progress & Milestones

We will keep this page updated as the initiative moves forward.

In progress Planning & Design

Defining goals, space, and initial requirements.

Next Equipment List Finalisation

Confirming essential items with school guidance.

Upcoming Procurement & Setup

Purchasing, organising, and preparing the lab space.

Upcoming Launch & Student Projects

Workshops, clubs, and the first student showcases.

Appreciation

We are grateful to every Old Boy and well-wisher supporting this initiative. Your contribution helps create opportunities for students to learn by building — and to carry the Aloysian spirit of excellence into the future.

Donation Acknowledgement Wall

Names listed as provided; please contact us for corrections.

How you can contribute

Support core equipment for robotics/coding/electronics learning
Fund a workstation or learning kit
Donate devices or learning resources (subject to school approval)
Volunteer mentorship, guidance, or training support

Official contribution instructions will be published soon. For now, please contact the organisers to coordinate.

Old Boys 91 OL / 94 AL Batch Principal Sponsor

STEAM Laboratory founding contribution

Name Here Donor

Equipment support

Name Here Supporter

Materials & supplies

To be listed on the wall, send: Name + Tier + optional short note. Corrections are always welcome.

Contribute to the STEAM Lab

STEAM Laboratory Donation Contact / Bank Details

Bank: Nation Trust Bank

Account Name: J. B. C. De Silva

Account Number: 200400088183

Branch: Piliyandala Branch

Contact Number: +94 77 735 0081