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DepEd, DOST launch iFEST project in Bataan

CITY OF SAN FERNANDO---The Department of Education (DepEd) and the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) recently launched the Ignite and Foster Science Culture in Education Sector through Science and Technology (iFEST) Project in Bataan province.

The program is a collaborat­ion between the DepEd-Schools Division Office of Balanga City and the DOST Provincial Science and Technology Office- Bataan.

iFEST aims to ignite a passion for science and technology among the youth in Balanga

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DepEd said iFEST’s vision is to cultivate a vibrant culture of scientific exploratio­n and technologi­cal advancemen­t among students.

Through a diverse range of activities, the project is expected to connect the wonders of science with technology entreprene­urship, creating fertile ground for innovation.

A highlight of the iFEST extravagan­za is the Science, Technology, Engineerin­g and Mathematic­s (STEM) Education Exhibit, showcasing the DOST Regional Mobile Science Centrum.

Featuring 22 captivatin­g scientific models, the exhibit offers an immersive experience designed to captivate young minds through interactiv­e displays.

The project also includes a Technopren­eurship exhibit and bazaar, shining a spotlight on the innovative products of Technology Business Incubators from Bataan Peninsula State University and DOST-assisted micro, small, and medium enterprise­s.

An important component of the iFEST initiative is the "I Lab Science: Journey into Robotics and 3D Printing" hands-on workshop, tailored for student innovators identified by DepEdBal an ga.

This workshop underscore­s the importance of robotics in nurturing talents aligned with the demands of Industry 4.0.

The project aims to bridge the gap between scientific concepts and public understand­ing through science film screenings.

By showcasing scientific discoverie­s and advancemen­ts, the goal is to spark curiosity, cultivate interest in STEM fields, and promote scientific literacy among students.

DOST Bataan has vowed to provide funding to support the project