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Scintilla Science Club is Bangladesh's first ever high school science club. It is a science-based organization which is run by the students of St. Joseph Higher Secondary School situated in 97 Asad Avenue, Mohammadpur, Dhaka, Bangladesh. This club is committed to encouraging young people's curiosity and love of science. The club was founded in 1957 and since then it has been providing a forum for students to investigate scientific ideas outside of the classroom. Scintilla Science Club fosters critical thinking, teamwork, and a deeper comprehension of scientific concepts in students through a range of interactive activities, such as different Quizzes, Olympiads and Project-based works.
Students with different degrees of interest and scientific proficiency are welcome to join the club, which aims to make science interesting, inspiring the upcoming generation of creative thinkers and problem solvers. Every year, more than 5,000 thousand students take part in the Annual Science Festival hosted by Scintilla Science Club.
History
[edit]Following in the footsteps of the founder Headmaster of St. Joseph Higher Secondary School, Bro. Jude Costello, C.S.C., Scintilla Science Club was established in 1957 by Bro. Gerald Kraeger, C.S.C. (Headmaster, 1963–1967). Since then, the Science Fair has been a regular feature at the school, organized under the supervision of a teacher and the active guidance of the Headmaster. Bro. William Sheehan, C.S.C. nurtured the club, helping it develop steadily. Later, under Headmaster Bro. Thomas More, C.S.C., Mr. Moinuddin Ahmed played a central role in organizing the fair. Bro. Ralph Baird contributed significantly to the advancement of the club. Recognizing the need for proper governance, Bro. Robert Hughes drafted a constitution for the club and officially named it the “Scintilla Science Club.” Mr. A. Sattar supported him in expanding the club’s activities. During this time, inter-class quiz and art competitions were introduced, giving the science fair a more festive and inclusive character with active participation from all teachers. After the sudden demise of Mr. A. Sattar, Principal Rev. Bro. John Rozario, C.S.C. appointed Mr. Suvankar Datta as Chief Moderator. Under his supervision and with encouragement from the principal, the club’s first official souvenir was published in 1998.
Today, the club has greatly expanded its activities, organizing inter-school and inter-college Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology Olympiads, set speech competitions, general knowledge quizzes, project presentations, art fairs, and more as part of its annual science festival.
Objectives and Missions
[edit]By providing students with a platform to study, experiment, and create together, Scintilla Science Club hopes to spark a lifetime interest in science. The club aims to develop critical thinking abilities, stimulate creativity, and stimulate curiosity so that members may interact meaningfully with scientific concepts.
Scintilla Science Club's main goal is to encourage students' curiosity and scientific literacy by making science interesting. The club promotes a greater comprehension of scientific concepts by encouraging members to apply theoretical knowledge realistically through experiential learning opportunities like Science project. Along with fostering a love of science and teamwork, the club seeks to create a welcoming environment where students may cooperate, exchange ideas, and work on projects. In addition to guiding its members toward professions in science and technology by igniting their interest in STEM subjects, Scintilla Science Club also engages the student community through science festivals.
Identification and Committee
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Scintilla Science Club is run by the combined effort of students and teachers from St. Joseph Higher Secondary School. The Teachers panel is comprised of multiple Moderators with one Chief Moderator. The students executive committee comprises of students from grades 7-12 and is lead by one President accompanied by a General Secretary and other key roles. The Club also accepts General Members from grades 3-12.
ReinDev: The Research Wing
[edit]REINDEV, the official research wing of the Scintilla Science Club at St. Joseph Higher Secondary School, was inaugurated on December 13, 2022. This initiative marked a significant milestone, establishing the first high school-level science research wing in Bangladesh. The launch ceremony featured the Chief Moderator, Swapan Kumer Mistry, handing over the REINDEV pennant to the school's Principal, Brother Leo James Pereira, CSC, symbolizing the commencement of this pioneering endeavor.
Operating under the theme "Research Diligently, Innovate Fosterly, Develop Interpretations," REINDEV aims to foster a research-oriented mindset among high school students. Its objectives include providing and promoting research opportunities, primarily in STEM fields, facilitating collaboration among students with similar research interests, and exploring real-world applications of their findings. By emphasizing logical thinking and reasoning, REINDEV seeks to nurture scientifically minded individuals through professional guidance and practical, revolutionary research projects. Log in or sign up to view The establishment of REINDEV reflects the Scintilla Science Club's commitment to advancing scientific exploration and innovation at the high school level, continuing its legacy as a pioneer in science education in Bangladesh.
Publication
[edit]Each year, Scintilla Science Club publishes its yearly magazine called Nucleus. It contains writings from students about various scientific discoveries, stories or even poems. This magazine showcases students talents through the form of publication.
Activities and Events
[edit]Annual Science Festival
[edit]Every year, Scintilla Science Club arranges the Annual Science Festival. The events of the Science Fair are as follows:- (Event list may change every year)
| Name of event | Type of Event | Category | Institution Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Display | Expo | 3-12 | Intra |
| Scrapbook Display | Expo | 3-12 | Intra |
| Scientific Wall Magazine | Expo | 3-12 | Inter |
| Sci-Fi Poster Designing | Expo | 3-12 | Inter |
| T-shirt Designing | Expo | 3-12 | Inter |
| Mega Quiz | Team Based Event | 3-University | Inter |
| Truss Challenge | Team Based Event | 3-12 | Inter |
| Science Quiz | Team Based Event | 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 | Intra |
| Sci-Fi Book Based Quiz | Team Based Event | 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12 | Intra + Inter |
| Sci-Fi Movie Quiz | Team Based Event | 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12 | Intra + Inter |
| Anime Quiz | Team Based Event | 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12 | Intra + Inter |
| MARVEL VS DC Quiz | Team-Based Event | 3-12 | Inter |
| General Knowledge Quiz | Team-Based Event | 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12 | Intra + Inter |
| Physics Olympiad | Olympiad | 9-10, 11-12 | Inter |
| Chemistry Olympiad | Olympiad | 9-10, 11-12 | Inter |
| Biology Olympiad | Olympiad | 9-10, 11-12 | Inter |
| IQ Olympiad | Olympiad | 9-10, 11-12 | Inter |
| Aero-Astro Olympiad | Olympiad | 9-10, 11-12 | Inter |
| Extempore Speech | Solo Event | 9-10, 11-12 | Inter |
| Conceptual Videography | Solo Event | 9-10, 11-12 | Inter |
| Sci-Fi Story Writing | Solo Event | 9-10, 11-12 | Inter |
Inquizition
[edit]Inquizition is a yearly quiz competition organized by Scintilla Science Club. Through this competition, the club selects intellectual quiz teams to participate in national and international quizzes.
Quiz for Resilience
[edit]As a massive flash flood hit Bangladesh in the August of 2024[1], Scintilla Science Club took initiative to raise fund through hosting a Quiz Event. The event saw success as the club was able to raise enough monetary fund for the flood victims.
Past Science Festivals
[edit]Though Scintilla Science Club has been serving the science community for a long time, the club saw its rebirth after the Corona Pandemic. With new leaderships at helm, the club delivered back to back successful science festivals till now.
65th Annual Science Festival
[edit]The 65th Annual Science Festival, organized by the Scintilla Science Club of St. Joseph Higher Secondary School, was held in June 2022, marking a significant return to in-person events after a hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The festival featured a variety of events, including Science Project Displays, Scrapbook Exhibitions, Olympiads in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Aero-Astro, and IQ, as well as quiz competitions, Extempore Speeches, Crosswords, Conceptual Videography, Sci-Fi Story Writing, and Robotics Exhibitions. The event attracted many students for the Olympiads, highlighting its popularity among students[2].
A notable highlight of the festival was the presence of Education Minister Dr. Dipu Moni at the inauguration ceremony, underscoring the event's significance in the educational landscape.
66th Annual Science Festival
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The Scintilla Science Club of St. Joseph Higher Secondary School successfully organized its 66th Annual Science Festival from March 16 to 18, 2023. This three-day event featured a variety of activities, including project displays, exhibitions, and a closing ceremony with cultural programs. Many students took part in the festival, engaging in events such as quizzes, extempore speeches, and sci-fi story writing. The closing ceremony was graced by Chief Guest Shariff Imranul Kabir, UGC Professor at Jagannath University, and Special Guest Iqbal Hossain, CEO of BanglaCAT. During the ceremony, the club's annual souvenir, "Nucleus," was unveiled and distributed among participants along with certificates.[3]
67th Annual Science Festival
[edit]In 2024, the club hosted its 67th Annual Science Festival from April 25 to 27, bringing together over 700 students and guests from more than 60 institutions. The event featured 1,629 submissions for the Science Project and Scrapbook Display, alongside Olympiads, quizzes, extempore speeches, and engineering-based challenges like the Truss Challenge.
Distinguished guests such as Prof. Imran Rahman (VC, ULAB), Syed Almas Kabir, and A. Mannan Khan honored the event, while the cultural night and awards ceremony marked a fitting conclusion. Throughout the year, the club also ran impactful projects such as inQUIZition 2.0 and a flood-relief fundraiser, “Quiz for Resilience,” led by its research wing, Reindev.
68th Annual Science Festival
[edit]The 68th Annual Science Festival, organized by the Scintilla Science Club of St. Joseph Higher Secondary School, was held from February 13 to 15, 2025, at the school's campus in Mohammadpur, Dhaka. As one of Bangladesh's oldest school-level science clubs, established in 1957, Scintilla continues to foster scientific curiosity and innovation among students.
This year's festival featured a diverse array of events, including science project displays, scrapbooks, Olympiads in various subjects, quizzes, extempore speeches, and robotics exhibitions. The event attracted participants from numerous institutions, highlighting its popularity among students.
References
[edit]- ^ "Bangladesh: Eastern Flash Flood Situation Report No. 01". Bangladesh. Archived from the original on 2025-01-22. Retrieved 2025-05-09.
- ^ "Scintilla Science Club to organise 65th Annual Science Festival". The Daily Star. 2022-06-03. Archived from the original on 2024-09-08. Retrieved 2025-05-09.
- ^ "Scintilla Science Club organising 66th Annual Science Festival". The Daily Star.
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