Teacher designed learning activities

Free education resources to get kaiako, tamariki and whānau enthused about STEM.

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What exactly is School-gen?

The Next Generation

School-gen aims to engage young New Zealanders in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths while learning about energy.

We're big on encouraging the next generation of energy innovators by helping them build skills and knowledge they need for jobs of the future.

Empowering and supporting kaiako (teachers) to confidently deliver STEM content is key. That's why our resources are tailored towards teachers. Check them out.

Latest news

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  • 21 Nov 2023

Congratulations to 2023's round of successful school applicants

39 schools have been selected from this year’s Genesis School-gen Trust application round.

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  • 25 Oct 2022

Congratulations to our selected schools

The Trust is delighted to announce that 36 schools have been selected from this year’s application round.

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  • 4 Jul 2022

Empowering Kiwi kids with STEM

School-gen Trust supports students from Te Wharekura o Mauao with STEM opportunities.

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  • 9 Dec 2021

Genesis nurtures innovators of tomorrow

Find out how STEM equipment gifted by the Genesis School-gen Trust is being used...

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For teachers

Lesson plans, activities, and online games to engage students in STEM learning.

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For kids

Play online games, make fun stuff, and explore reading.

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STEM PLD

Presented by Nanogirl, these 5 video modules will help you increase your confidence and understanding of STEM learning.