Catch Them Young
Transforing Minds at
ATAL TINKERING LABS
Reports
Reports
Catch Them Young Phase 1 Report
About
The “Catch Them Young Program” is a series of initiatives designed to empower and inspire young innovators through Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs) in schools across Odisha. The program comprises three major activities:
- ATL Teachers Meet – Conducted on 26th April 2024.
- ATL Think Camp – The current event for which we are extending this invitation.
- Student Science Fair – Scheduled for October 2024 at KIIT University. Students who participate in the ATL Think Camp will be eligible to participate in the Science Fair.
VISION OF THE PROGRAM
The program aims to foster innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship among young learners in Odisha, empowering them as future leaders and changemakers which includes:
- Cultivate innovative skills and an entrepreneurial mindset in students.
- Provide a platform to showcase creative solutions.
- Enhance teacher engagement and collaboration with emerging technologies & STEM education.
- Foster long-term community impact through innovative ideas.
- Support intellectual property (IP) protection and ecosystem collaboration.
Program Phases
ATL Teachers Meet
Phase I: 26th April 2024
Key Highlights
100+ teachers from Odisha
Focus on knowledge sharing, skill-building, and fostering student creativity.
331 ATL schools engaged across Odisha.
ATL Think Camp
Phase II: 28th Aug - 20th Oct 2024
Key Highlights
17 districts across Odisha
1000+ students from all districts
300+ Idea pitched
Student Innovation Fair
Phase III: 24th Oct 2024
Key Highlights
Districts Engagement: 17
ATL Schools: 18
Project Showcase: 60+
Participants: 200+ students