The Learning Partnership’s Annual Invention Convention Showcases One-of-a-Kind Student Innovations

On Wednesday, April 22 City of Ottawa – Richcraft Recreation Complex-Kanata will be abuzz with more than recreation, fitness and aquatics. Nearly 400 Grade 8 students will gather to show off their one-of-a-kind creations as part of The Learning Partnership’s 10th annual I3 – Investigate! Invent! Innovate! Invention Convention. From 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., the public is invited to walk around, explore the interactive exhibits and speak with students about their inventions.

The Invention Convention is the culmination of The Learning Partnership’s I3 – Investigate! Invent! Innovate! Program – an integrated science, math and technology curriculum-based program for Grade 7 and 8 students. Students identify problems in their daily lives and invent products or processes to solve those problems based on the concepts they learn in class.

“The ability to innovate, think creatively, communicate and problem solve effectively will be essential skills in tomorrow’s competitive global economy,” says Akela Peoples, President and CEO of The Learning Partnership. “I3 – Investigate! Invent! Innovate! is a fun hands-on approach to fostering these 21st century skills while instilling a passion for science, mathematics and technology.”.

WHO: Nearly 400 students, representing four schools in the west and south areas of our city – Holy Trinity HS, All Saints HS, Sacred Heart HS and St Joseph HS.
WHAT: Over 120 inventions by Grade 8 students
WHERE: Richcraft Recreation Complex- Kanata – 4101 Innovation Drive K2K 0J3
WHEN: Wednesday, April 22, 2015 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Everyone welcome! Please come and support our students by sharing your feedback.