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Following the Trail of Rebel Girls
Budapest School P10
How can we shape our present and the world? How did others do it? What is it like to be a woman in the 21st century, and what was it like before? Through the book "Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls," the children learned about women who made significant contributions to the world and to the perception of women. They also studied gender roles, stereotypes, and how perseverance and courage can lead to great achievements in the world. In the end, they created their own publication about rebellious girls based on research and interviews.
Health Extravaganza: Cook, Eat, Move!
Budapest School Gellért
Understanding health is one of the most important things to learn and a great project theme. In the first trimester, the Gellért students explored what a healthy lifestyle means and how we can improve our physical and mental health in our daily lives. They learned about the types and roles of nutrients and discussed topics such as positive body image, the effects of food, and the influence of social media. At the end of the module, the children worked in teams to create healthy dishes, which they shared with each other.
Broad Smiles: A Community Building Project
Budapest School Gellért
"Broad Smiles" was a truly special project that aimed to bring smiles to the faces of city dwellers. The children explored urban spaces and sought ways to reduce stress during commutes. As a result, they created a digital platform with uplifting messages, as well as an offline "message board" where people could share their thoughts. The children demonstrated that even at a young age, they can have an impact on the urban community.
My 20th Century: A Historical Scrapbook ű
Budapest School Gellért
A truly creative project kicked off this year, aimed at providing a comprehensive overview of the significant historical turning points of the 20th century and their impact on everyday life. The children showcased aspects of daily life during the Dual Monarchy, the Industrial Revolution, and the formation of the Austro-Hungarian Empire in a scrapbook they edited themselves. This personal format allowed each child to approach the topics in a way that suited their personality, using creative texts, images, and timelines.
Geometry in Art and Nature
Budapest School Campona
Upper The eighth graders are enthusiastically preparing for high school entrance exams, with geometry being a key component of the math test. To support successful preparation, teachers collaborated to connect visual culture with geometry—approaching the topic through an artistic lens. In the first part of the trimester, the students studied the works of the 20th-century Dutch artist Piet Mondrian, who used simple geometric shapes and primary colors in his two-dimensional works. The children created similar artworks, from which they assembled an exciting puzzle. This playful challenge developed their attention, spatial awareness, and problem-solving skills. Later, they explored the practical and functional art of the Bauhaus movement, which also emphasized geometric forms. After the art studies, the children searched for further examples in nature, creating observational drawings of natural geometric forms, such as the hexagons in honeycombs, the symmetry in spider webs, and Fibonacci spirals. This project helped the children develop their spatial awareness and problem-solving skills while deepening their understanding of geometry.
Masters of the 13th District: A Photography Project
Budapest School P10
At BPS, we consider the development of communication, empathy, social sensitivity, and project execution skills as important as subjects like math, literature, or any other classic academic disciplines. This is why the "Disappearing Trades" module was so intriguing, during which 12-year-olds documented the disappearing trades of the district in a special photo series while collecting interesting stories from local workshops. Throughout the module, participants learned the basics of documentary photography, mastered mobile photography and interview techniques, and learned how to convert audio content into text using AI and how to proofread it. They edited the finished project using Canva templates. During the program, students not only acquired technical skills but also learned how to communicate with others and connect to their stories. Through interviews with local craftsmen, they demonstrated empathy and attentiveness, thereby enriching community connections. By organizing the exhibition, the students actively contributed to preserving the cultural heritage of the neighborhood, creating a tribute to the disappearing trades. By the end of the module, we organized an exhibition of the best photos, which we framed together and displayed in the school's street-facing windows to share them with the neighborhood's residents. The result? An exciting collection that can now be seen in the window of the BPS micro-school at 10 Pozsonyi Road!
