F1 set to rebrand F1 in Schools as STEM Racing

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Formula 1 has announced that its educational programme previously known as F1 in Schools will be rebranded as STEM Racing, but its core mission will remain to enable students worldwide to pursue STEM subjects in their education with a view to a potential career in motorsport.

While the re-branded STEM Racing programme will continue to help thousands of young students around the world in the future, it will distinguish itself as an independent non-profit organisation, while still harnessing the full support of F1 and the sport’s community.

The programme was designed for students aged 6-19, and targets to help them gain insight in areas of STEM through the creation of a miniature F1 car.

Students work in small groups, either within classroom learning or in extracurricular activities, putting their own version of an F1 team together where they are assigned roles and responsibilities, such as designing the car, manufacturing it, testing it, branding it, or even becoming the Team Principal to ensure everything runs smoothly. Teams then race against each other and present their cars and wider projects to a panel of judges.

Operating globally, teams showcase their work in regional and national competitions, with the goal of competing in the prestigious World Finals. This year evolut1on, from Germany, were crowned champions at the finals hosted in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.

The winning team then had the opportunity to visit the F1 Qatar Grand Prix at the Lusail International Circuit to get up close and personal with the world of Formula 1.

Reflecting on the announcement, Formula 1's Head of ESG Ellen Jones said: "Education is the cornerstone of the future of F1 and this is why we are so passionate about empowering future generations globally to pursue their dreams in STEM and motorsport.

"The support for STEM Racing will build on the fantastic work that has already been done over two decades and is the latest example of how we are continuing to make pathways for young people around the world to achieve their goals and show them what is possible."

Speaking of the programme, FounderAndrew Denford, Founder and Chairman of STEM Racing, commented: “We’re delighted to become an organisation that is officially supported by Formula 1, continuing our mission to inspire future generations to explore STEM and unlock their full potential.

"STEM Racing will bring the excitement of motorsport and Formula 1 directly into classrooms and through hands-on events both on and off the grid where we hope to spark a passion for a future career in motorsport in young people around the world.”