Imperatriz Launches 14 Maker Labs to Boost Science and Technology in Public Schools by 2026
Imperatriz inaugurates first maker lab with plans for 14 labs by 2026 to enhance science and technology education in public schools.
- • First maker lab inaugurated at Escola Municipal Santos Dumont in Imperatriz.
- • 14 maker labs planned across municipal schools by 2026 through Inova Parque project.
- • Program includes 12-month scholarships for 14 teachers and 140 students.
- • Aims to enhance science, technology learning and digital literacy in public education.
- • Local authorities emphasize the initiative’s role in promoting creativity and comprehensive student development.
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The Municipal Education Network of Imperatriz is set to transform science and technology education with the introduction of 14 maker laboratories across its schools by 2026. The first maker lab was inaugurated at Escola Municipal Santos Dumont, marking the start of this ambitious project under the Inova Parque initiative, part of the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation's Mais Ciência na Escola program. This partnership between the Municipal Education Secretariat and Universidade Estadual da Região Tocantina do Maranhão (UEMASUL) aims to promote digital literacy, innovation, and youth leadership in science among students.
In addition to infrastructure, the program offers scholarships to 14 teachers and 140 students for 12 months to encourage innovative educational practices and active student participation in scientific research. Claudia Maya, Scientific Education Coordinator at MCTI, highlighted the initiative's goal to foster young scientists engaged in science fairs and research. Mayor Rildo Amaral emphasized the labs' role in enhancing creativity, practical learning, and comprehensive student development.
The maker labs will facilitate interdisciplinary projects, experimental activities, and the use of educational technologies, creating a more dynamic learning environment. The initiative represents a milestone in public education, preparing both students and educators for challenges in science, innovation, and digital culture.
This article was translated and synthesized from Brazilian sources, providing English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
