Newton Room Phases

There are three phases which make up the duration of a Newton Room; the first is the Establishment phase, the second is the Pilot test phase, and the third is the Operational phase.

Establishment phase

Establishment of a Newton Room requires local commitment based on thorough planning and organisation. After evaluation and agreement to establish a room, the establishment process, which is managed by the National Operating Partner (NOP), will begin.

Below is an overview of the main tasks of the establishment phase, describing what will be required locally and what can be expected from the NOP.

Local owner & administration

Create progress plan
Secure ownership agreement between school and Newton Room
Draw up contracts
Advertise for Newton teachers
Establish operational group/team
Carry out venue refurbishment
Plan official opening
Get started with the education
Host operations meetings

NOP - Newton administration

Manage building, installation, and completion
NOP facilitates room construction and interior design
Plan Newton Room operations
Execute official opening, support, and training

Pilot phase

The pilot test phase is the first school year during which the Newton Room offers teaching. When the Newton Room facilities are completed, teaching in the selected Newton modules begins. The first year is used to gain experience with teaching, logistics, and administration of the Newton Room.

Below is an overview of the main tasks during the pilot test phase, describing what will be required from the local administration and Newton teachers.

Administration and management

Establish good routines for Newton teachers
Establish good connection and dialogue with the schools
Create routines for maintenance and purchase of equipment
Fill out and update Newton Room website
Participate in network gatherings

Teaching and evaluation

Set up booking calendar
Teaching
Evaluation
Participate in network gatherings

Operational phase

In the operational phase, the focus is on conducting education in Newton modules as effectively, and with as high quality as possible. Activities are run in accordance with current guidelines in the Newton concept. Education is carried out using Newton modules, and ideally the Newton Room is operating at full capacity. The teaching is evaluated and further developed on a continuous basis.

The Newton Room is a shared resource by schools in a region, with possibility to host a variety of STEM-related activities. One should seek to increase the value of the Newton Room by offering attractive activities, communicating and marketing available services, and further development of the educational programs.

Below is an overview of the main tasks of the operational phase, describing what will be required from the local administration and Newton teachers.

Administration and management

Keep a close dialogue with Newton teachers
Maintain an effective operational group
Participate in network gatherings
Secure further operational agreements

Teaching and evaluation

Conduct education in Newton modules
Be in close dialogue with the schools
Participate in annual courses and gatherings
Continuous evaluation and adjustment of teaching offered