Tracey Iki

Benefit

All different student at the school benefit.
At lunch, I open the Computer Lab to students wanting to tinker with the computer and grow their technology desire. All students can achieve, and I create a safe environment where students love to come and learn. I have to stand outside my classroom and tell students not to run because they want to attend my classes. Within Robotics Club, I have all different abilities, and there are many inclusive students who love working in my space.
I have introduced Robotics and Digital Design which has allowed the students at Chanel College to be introduced to STEM-related topics. If I didn’t come to the school, the students would have had access to these programs and be learning and growing in these areas. 
Over the last few years, I have had students selected to attend Indigenous STEM camps, Coding Camps and Advance Science Camps. These programs allowed students to grow and foster passions beyond the classroom. I’m a dedicated, passionate teacher who loves to see students grow and thrive. One of my students graduated last year and received a 98% ATAR, and because of my STEM influence, she went on to learn about mechatronics and engineering. There have been many students especially girls I have influenced and encouraged in the STEM field.

Role Model

I'm a positive role model for teenage girls to work in the STEM field. I have dyslexia, which never stopped me from learning and becoming a teacher. I have helped many students achieve their best potential through my challenges. I have inspired many girls to start coding and robotics, leading to many other STEM choices. I help open the door to the STEM world.

Engagement

The main STEM-related program I engage with is First Lego League. First Lego League is a friendly competition at the heart of Challenge, as teams of students ages 9-16 engage in research, problem-solving, coding and engineering – building and programming a LEGO robot that navigates the missions of a robot game. As part of the Challenge, teams also participate in a research project to identify and solve a relevant real-world problem. 

Part of the First Lego League is building a connection with outside professionals. During the five years, I have helped the students make connections and introduced students to all different types of professionals, such as electrical engineers, environmental engineers, Project Managers, Electrical Instrumentation& Control at Wilmar, physiotherapists, coding experts, design experts and many others that meet the interest of the students. Each year the theme changes, and I introduce the students to the professional in that area. The students' grow and connect with a professional are part of the Robotics Club's aim.