Stories

Virtual

Connection

From coast to coast—and beyond—ShadAnywhere brought STEAM learning and lifelong connections to students in every time zone.
Ironman

Friendship

What started at Shad turned into a triathlon journey—three friends chasing limits and cheering each other through every finish line.
Hudson

Innovation

From First Lego League rookie to First Robotics Competition team leader, Hudson uses robotics to solve real problems and lead in STEAM innovation.
Katelyn-Wu

Curiosity

Katelyn Wu turned curiosity into impact by designing award-winning, low-cost tech to teach braille and empower others.
Barriers

Innovation

Shads used STEAM and heart to reimagine how communities can live, connect, and thrive.
Schulich

Excellence

Fourteen Shads earned the prestigious Schulich Leader title for 2023, recognized for excellence and leadership in STEAM.
Roche

Sustainability

Shads explored sustainable building with NRC expert Dr. Roche, diving into codes, climate resilience, and construction innovation.
Coding

Discovery

Using only their creativity and curiosity to try something new, Shads lit up the room coding music, lights, and rovers.
Design-Panel

Sustainability

Shads launched into their design challenge with insights from expert leaders shaping sustainable, equitable, and human-centered living.
TedX

Belonging

Engineer, speaker, and Shad alum Emily Nichols is breaking barriers with bold ideas on equity, inclusion, and human-centered design.
Empower

Advocacy

Robyn Chow is shaping education policy to elevate Indigenous voices and inspire the next generation of changemakers.
Empwoer

Identity

Luna Yin uses poetry and platform to amplify queer Asian voices, turning identity struggles into strength and solidarity.