{
  "id": 11209054,
  "title": "Science & Art @ School: Where curiosity meets creativity",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/science-art-school-where-curiosity-meets-creativity",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-10-01T14:05:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "CERN",
    "slug": "cern",
    "url": "https://home.cern/science-art-school-where-curiosity-meets-creativity/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "CERN’s Science & Art @ School programme has once again captivated nearly 180 local children this year, igniting their curiosity in the realms of science and creativity. Launched in 2024, the initiative aimed to bridge the gap between fundamental scientific exploration and artistic expression, engaging students aged 7 to 11 from schools across Pays de Gex and Haute-Savoie.\n\nThe programme, a collaboration between Art@CMS and the ORIGIN Network, began with a teacher training session at CERN, equipping educators with scientific knowledge and creative ideas to integrate into their curriculums. Teachers then introduced these concepts into their lessons, connecting them to various subjects like art history, inspiring students to produce artwork inspired by renowned artists.\n\nFollowing this, CERN scientists visited the participating classrooms for a 90-minute interactive workshop, transforming complex scientific ideas into tangible, engaging experiences for the children. The third phase included a full-day visit to CERN, where the children explored the Laboratory through guided tours, activities, and a treasure hunt at the CERN Science Gateway.\n\nThe creative activities culminated in a series of workshops, challenging the children to experiment with unconventional methods like paint-covered marbles, robot-assisted painting, negative drawing, collaborative collage-building, and geometric string-art installations. These hands-on experiences demonstrated that curiosity, experimentation, and collaboration are foundational to both science and art.\n\nThe final phase saw the children sharing their creations with the wider community, presenting their artwork at CERN, school exhibitions, and local festivals. Some groups even took their projects further by developing dance performances and original poetry. One of the highlights was the grand exhibition at CERN IdeaSquare, where selected artworks and performance videos were showcased.\n\nThe success of the programme has prompted CERN to plan its expansion, aiming to involve more schools in the region and further cultivate a passion for science among children. Those interested in contributing their expertise or creative talents to this initiative are encouraged to contact education.locale@cern.ch with the subject line \"Science & Art @ School\". More information, including resources for teachers, can also be found on the program's dedicated webpage.",
  "summary": "This June, a second successful year of CERN’s Science & Art @ School programme concluded with exhibitions, performances and celebrations across the local region. Almost 180 local children between the ages of 7 and 11 took part in the programme, which aims to spark children’s interest in fundamental science through creative activities and encounters with CERN scientists. “We […]",
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}