Commemoration of statehood day

Organisation piloting the Good Practice

Secondary School Center Hadžići

Country

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Description of the good practice

The activity “Commemoration of Statehood Day” was organized to help students with developmental disabilities to understand the significance of this important date for Bosnia and Herzegovina. Through creative activities, such as drawing the coat of arms of Bosnia and Herzegovina and creating a timeline board, students learned about the country’s symbols and history. The students’ works were displayed in the school hall, giving them the opportunity to showcase their contributions to the commemoration of this national holiday. This activity helped to develop cultural awareness and patriotism among the students.

Background

This practice was designed to help students with developmental disabilities develop an understanding of the significance of Statehood Day and the key symbols of Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as the historical development of the country. The activities were designed in a creative way, adapted to the students’ abilities, ensuring their active participation.

Goal: To introduce students with developmental disabilities to the symbols and history of Bosnia and Herzegovina in a way that is understandable and creative.

Problem to solve: There is a need to include students with developmental disabilities in important social and cultural activities, thereby developing their awareness of national holidays and their identity.

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

1. Planning

Plan the date and space for commemorating Statehood Day.
Prepare materials for drawing (paper, coloured pencils, markers) and for creating the timeline board (cardboard, fabric, paints, images).
Prepare students by discussing the significance of Statehood Day and the symbols of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

2. Execution

Students drew the coat of arms of Bosnia and Herzegovina, while others worked on creating a timeline board, showing key events in the country’s history.
Students’ works were displayed in the school hall, enabling students to share their creations with their peers.

3. Evaluation

Evaluate how much the students comprehend the importance of Statehood Day and the symbolism they represented in their works.
Discuss with the students their feelings about the activity and what they learned about Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Target group/s of the practice

Students with developmental disabilities who participated in the commemoration of Statehood Day through creative activities.

Number of students involved

10–15 students with developmental disabilities participated in the activity

Benefits, impact on the students and learning outcomes

Benefits for students:

Developing cultural awareness about Bosnia and Herzegovina and its history.
Increasing feelings of pride and patriotism through active participation in commemorating Statehood Day.
Creative expression and development of artistic skills through drawing the coat of arms and creating the timeline board.

Impact on learning outcomes:

Increased social and cultural inclusion of students with developmental disabilities in school activities.
Developed ability to understand and express key national symbols and events.
Enhanced creativity and motivation to participate in school activities

Suggestions for future users of this good practice

To adapt activities based on the students’ abilities, using different materials and techniques that are easier to implement.
To include students in explaining the meaning of symbols and dates to make them active participants in the learning process.
To encourage students to explore and share information about their symbols and history with others, fostering a sense of community.
To organize exhibitions of students’ works in the school, giving them the opportunity to showcase their hard work, which will boost their self-confidence.

Other languages

Albania – Bosnia and Herzegovina – Kosovo – Montenegro