$3.7 million science and technology upgrades at secondary schools

• Three secondary schools refurbished with new state-of-the-art STEM facilities
• New information technology laboratories, workshops and learning areas complete
• 2021 election commitment funding allocation of $3.7 million for works

Three new state-of-the-art STEM facilities have been completed in Western Australian public schools, ensuring students have access to modern learning environments.

Dianella Secondary College, Atwell College and Geraldton Senior High School now have new STEM laboratories thanks to $3.7 million in funding from the Cook Labor Government.

Delivering on a 2021 election commitment, the existing buildings at Geraldton Senior High School have been repurposed into STEM planning and maker spaces, and a general-purpose learning area.

The new facilities were designed by Bateman Architects and constructed by LKS WA Construction.

Atwell College now has a new laboratory, 3D printing room and workshop areas, while Dianella Secondary College has a new IT laboratory and planning and maker space.

Paterson Architects designed the facilities at Atwell College and Solution 4 Building constructed the new buildings, while the new buildings at Dianella Secondary College were designed by Oldfield Knott Architects and constructed by Aboriginal Construct.

It forms part of the Cook Labor Government's record investment of $5.4 billion in education infrastructure across our State since 2017.

Comments attributed to Education Minister Sabine Winton:

"It's important for students to have access to the latest technology and hands-on learning so they're ready for future jobs in science, technology, engineering, and maths.

"We know that students with strong science, technology and mathematics backgrounds and technical skills are highly sought after in the workforce.

"It's pleasing to see the modern, comfortable facilities available at these secondary schools and I wish all the students using them well in their future endeavours.

"Our government will continue to invest in ensuring Western Australian students experience a high-quality education."

Comments attributed to Morley MLA Amber-Jade Sanderson:

"Dianella Secondary College has such a proud and diverse school community, and these new facilities will make a real difference for local families.

"Having a modern IT laboratory and maker space right here in Dianella means our students can get hands-on experience with the latest technology at their own school."

Comments attributed to Jandakot MLA Stephen Pratt:

"The new laboratory, 3D printing room and workshop areas at Atwell College will allow students to learn and explore their interests at the forefront of these technologies.

"Atwell College is a forward-thinking hub in our community, and I'm excited to see the ways students make use of the new facilities."