Access Bijelo Polje

👨‍🎓Today we talked about American science and technology, exploring how historic inventions changed our daily lives.
💡From guessing zoomed-in mystery inventions like Edison's light bulb to branches of a "Tech Tree" vocabulary activity, the classroom was buzzing with energy.
🔍Working in groups, students researched major innovations, created brilliant presentation posters, and took on the roles of expert historians.

🚀We had a fantastic and highly successful lesson with our Access students as we explored the future of education! Through active listening, creative teamwork, and critical thinking activities, students shared inspiring ideas about what learning could look like in 2050.💡They designed innovative learning environments, invented future learning tools, and confidently presented their ideas in a fun “Shark Tank: Education Edition.
🔊The students showed great creativity, collaboration, and communication skills throughout the session.
Well done, Access students! 🌟📚🚀

Exploring Education Through a Global Lens!

Today, our students had the privilege of welcoming two special guests, Mr. David Jennings, Criminal Justice Advisor at the U.S. Embassy in Podgorica, and Ms. Maja Mugoša, Program and Budget Specialist in the INL Section for an engaging and thought-provoking lesson on education and educational systems.

Through interactive discussions, group work, and debates, students compared the American and Montenegrin education systems, exploring topics such as students’ attitudes toward learning, freedom of subject choice, freedom of speech in schools, and learning environments. Our guests shared valuable insights and encouraged students to think critically about the strengths and challenges of modern education.

The lesson concluded with a lively exchange of opinions, giving students the opportunity to express their views, listen to different perspectives, and engage in meaningful dialogue.

A heartfelt thank you to Mr. David Jennings and Ms. Maja Mugoša for inspiring our students, sharing their knowledge, and making learning an interactive and memorable experience. 🌟

🇺🇸 Honoring Memorial Day in the Classroom

Today, our students engaged in a meaningful, interactive session dedicated to the history and significance of Memorial Day. Through reflective photo discussions, collaborative reading activities, and creative memory exercises, they explored the deep values of remembrance and tribute. We are so proud of their critical thinking, teamwork, and heartfelt appreciation for those who served.

Building Values and Tolerance, One Step at a Time!

What truly makes a good life? Today, our students dived deep into this question through a series of dynamic, reflective, and hands-on activities focused on life values and tolerance.

Here is a glimpse into our inspiring day:
- Spot the Change: We kicked things off with a high-energy observation game that got everyone focused and smiling.
- What Makes a Good Life?: A brilliant brainstorming session where students freely shared ideas about the qualities and values that help people live happily.
- Diamond Ranking: Students got reflective, individually ranking their core life values and then working in pairs they debated and compared what matters most in society today.
- Role Play Scenarios: Putting values into action! Groups tackled real-life conflict scenarios, performing insightful dialogues and discussing how empathy and core values can improve difficult situations.
- The Jigsaw Wrap-up: To bring it all together, groups used their creativity to fill in pieces of a blank puzzle with key words, quotes, and illustrations, combining them into one beautiful, shared message about life values.

It was incredible to see our students participate so actively, listen to differing ideas with respect, and collaborate to understand what connects us all. So proud of their critical thinking and big hearts today!

Today’s session was all about sports, culture, creativity, and teamwork! 🇺🇸🏀⚽🇲🇪
We were honored to welcome Mr. Karl Lohse, General Services Officer at the U.S. Embassy Podgorica, who introduced students to the role he plays at the Embassy and shared fascinating insights into sports culture in the United States.

Students had the opportunity to learn more about the role of sports in American society, compare sports culture in the United States and Montenegro, and actively participate in creative discussions and teamwork activities throughout the session.

A huge thank you to Mr. Karl Lohse for inspiring our students, encouraging meaningful conversations, and making today’s session both educational and enjoyable. 👏

🇺🇸🏆 American Sports Culture!
Our students brought incredible energy and teamwork to our latest interactive lesson! ⚾️🏀

They crushed quick-fire sports trivia, leveled up their vocabulary with digital games, and worked in teams to explore the world of major US sports. The best part? Bringing their findings to life through creative sports vlogs, comics, and live "TV talk shows!" 📺🎙️

Amazing job by everyone on mastering new language skills, collaboration, and public speaking! 👏👏