Page 93 - FactBook Junior Achievement Romania 2026

Health Hour struck me as very interesting, and the kids were thrilled. Sports That Inspire Me was a topic they really enjoyed, since most of them play soccer, swim, play tennis, or practice karate. This gave them all the chance to talk about their idols in these sports. My experience with the JA pro- grams has been a pleasant one because the materials provided to us are engaging and tailored to the children’s age group. Additionally, these materials can be used individually or in student groups. Teacher, Middle School No. 43, Constanta This is the first school year I’ve participated in JA programs, and my experience has been very enjoyable. I was surprised by the quality of the educational materials on the website, the well-or- ganized and coherent structure of the content, and my students’ enthusiasm when participating in these activities. My Family was a very popular activity. The students listened attentively to the explanations and participated enthusiastically in every task. Without the JA programs, my students would not have access to this type of free activity. Teacher, Simand Middle School, Arad I found the Ourselves project to be a very useful activity, as it gives students the opportunity to understand, in a practical and interactive way, economic and entrepreneurial concepts tailored to their age group. I liked how the activities stimulated the students’ creativity, collaboration, and sense of responsibility, actively involving them in the learning process. The impact on the students was evident: they developed their sense of initiative, communication skills, and teamwork abilities, and gained a better understanding of the value of money and the importance of making responsible de- cisions. Their enthusiasm and engagement throughout the activities demonstrated that experiential learning is highly effective and appreciated by children. The project contributed to the development of skills that are useful both in daily life and for their future educational journey. Teacher, Bobocei Extended-Day Preschool, Buzau digital and STEM skills Implementing the WiSTEM²D project in my classroom has been a truly valuable experience. The proposed activities were interactive, hands-on, and age-appropriate, sparking students’ curiosity and their desire to learn new things. With great enthusiasm, students explored STEM principles while developing their logical thinking, creativity, and teamwork skills. The most important impact was transforming learning into an engaging adventure, where children felt confident, active, and valued. The program contributed not only to the development of digital competencies, but also to increased motivation for learning and a greater openness toward technical, scientific, and innovative fields. The most engaging activity for my students was “Building with Wonderful Junk”. The children were highly involved and worked in teams to design and create the most “attractive” recycled ma- terials. Thank you for the opportunity to grow through learning! Teacher, Lucian Blaga Secondary School, Jibou, Salaj 91