Recycling plastics in STEM
13 November 2024
Recipients
2025
Congratulations to our 2025 TIP recipients. These initiatives have all been assessed as the winners of this year's TIP program and we're excited to share this year's TIP projects.
Little Yarra Steiner School
Little Yarra Waterwatch
Testing and monitor the health of Little Yarra River river to grow an understanding of the ways in which human activities impact waterways.
$1,208
Echuca Twin Rivers Specialist School
Bees Love our Eco Garden
Introducing beehives into the flourishing Eco Garden program.
$2,000
Wirrigirri Primary School
Grow & Graze
A Kitchen Garden Program that reduces stigma, builds confidence, and promotes life-long habits around food and care.
$4,000
Cornish College
Menger Sponge
Building the world's largest Menger sponge to bring mathematics concepts to life and break a Guiness World Record in the process.
$2,000
Marysville Primary School
Welcome to the Past
Constructing a new entrance arbour that marks a rich history and incorporates Aboriginal design elements.
$2,000
Big Hill Primary School
Reset Zone
Offering a comforting and safe environment for students through calming tools, mindfulness supports, interactive furnishings, sensory lighting and music.
$4,000
Hume Anglican Grammar
Math Meets Matter (M3) - Connecting Big Ideas with Tiny Science
Transforming how students experience mathematics by making abstract concepts tangible and directly linked to cutting-edge science.
$2,000
Warrnambool College
Switch Foot
Students taking on the role of mentor, supporting specialist school students as they build confidence and have fun learning to surf and ride tandem bikes.
$4,000
Monivae College
Learning from Time on Country
A school camp where students can experience time on country and strengthen ties between elders and current students.
$1,400
Mickleham Primary School
3D Design and Thinking in STEM
Using 3D printers to bring students’ innovative designs to life. This project aims to embed deep mathematical knowledge and skills while engaging students.
$2,000
Sunshine Primary School
Seen through Classroom Libraries
Providing a range of newer, quality diverse texts so that students see themselves and their lives reflected in the books they choose to read.
$1,970
Lucas Primary School
Life Skills Electives Program
Offering students the opportunity to participate in engaging electives like the Energy Breakthrough Program.
$2,000
Tanjil South Primary School
Musical Garden
A Musical Garden within the school grounds, providing a space where students can explore sound, rhythm, and cultural expression.
$4,000
Flexible Learning Option Wonthaggi
Chicken Farm Engagement Project
A student-led chicken farm to provide interactive, practical and hand on learning based activities.
$300
Nganboo Borron School
Step into Sounds!
A sensory-based phonics program designed for learners with disabilities, incorporating tactile toys, visual supports, songs and interactive materials that make learning fun and accessible.
$1,300
Belvoir Special Development School
Belvoir Special Development School
Developing and selling handmade products at school-based markets to teach the foundations of enterprise and entrepreneurship.
$4,000
Thomastown Meadows Primary School
The Wellness Box
Develop a Wellness Box for each classroom and shared learning space across the school, with evidence-based resources selected to meet a range of individual needs.
$1,400
Fountain Gate Secondary College
Cultivating Sustainability at Fountain Gate Secondary College
Empowering students through hands-on learning, celebrate Indigenous food knowledge, reduce environmental impact, and promote healthy living.
$2,000
St Francis Xavier Primary School
Villa Voices, The Podcast of SFXcelling!
A student-led podcast to showcase student wellbeing stories and provide a safe platform to discuss responsible social media use and financial literacy.
$2,489
Quarry Hill Primary School
A Warm Welcome
Signage to help create a more inviting and inclusive environment for families from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
$2,000
Jackson Special School
The Rabbit Bus
Upcycling a 1970's bus as a flexible learning space with a bunny house attached to the side.
$2,000
Frankston High School
Student Laundry Pod
A dedicated student laundry pod to provide students with a discreet, accessible space to wash their clothes, promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing.
$2,000
Travancore School
Amplify: Creative Expression through DJ Workshops
A hands-on, skills-based music program where students can explore sound, rhythm, and technology in a structured and inclusive environment.
$2,500
