Workshop on “Autumn Magic”

Organisation piloting the Good Practice

Secondary school of Hospitality and Tourism VET school “Srednjoškolski Centar Hadžići

Country

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Description of the good practice

Members of the “Learning for Life” section participated in the “Autumn Magic” workshop organized by a partner school as part of the DC-VET WB project.

During this engaging event, students explored various creative activities in the schoolyard. Using tempera paint on transparent foil, they expressed their artistic talents and created beautiful works. Another activity involved crafting artwork by gluing leaves onto cardboard frames to produce their unique “autumn magic.”

The highlight of the workshop was a friendly competition where students raced to fill their containers with water using sponges. The fastest participant from our school won the final race and received a special prize. The workshop concluded with a celebratory lunch prepared by the hosts and their students. All participants were awarded certificates of appreciation for their contributions to the “Autumn Magic” workshop.

Background

The workshop was organized to foster collaboration and inclusion between schools, enhance students’ creativity, and encourage teamwork through hands-on activities.

Steps to take if you want to implement the good practice from planning to execution and evaluation if included

1. Planning

  • Collaborate with another school to organize a joint event.
  • Prepare materials: tempera paint, transparent foil, cardboard frames, leaves, sponges, and containers for water.
  • Arrange the venue and ensure participation of students and staff from both schools.

2. Execution

  • Begin with an introduction and icebreaker activities to foster a friendly atmosphere.
  • Guide students through creative tasks like painting on foil and crafting leaf art.
  • Organize a fun competition, such as sponge water races.

3. Evaluation

  • Gather feedback from participants about their experience.
  • Review the creative outputs to assess student engagement.
  • Reflect on the outcomes for planning similar future collaborations.

Target group/s of the practice

Primary target group: Students from the Secondary School of Hospitality and Tourism and the Secondary School Center Hadžići, aiming to foster social inclusion and creative collaboration.

Number of students involved

18 students

Benefits, impact on the students and learning outcomes

Benefits

  • Strengthened sense of belonging and teamwork.
  • Positive reinforcement through fun and engaging activities.

Impact

  • Increased collaboration between schools.

Learning outcomes

  • Enhanced social and creative skills.

Suggestions for future users of this good practice

  • Foster collaboration by partnering with schools with similar goals.
  • Adapt activities to student interests and provide ample time for creativity.
  • Use evaluation feedback to refine and improve future workshops.

Other languages

Albania – Bosnia and Herzegovina – Kosovo – Montenegro

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