Students in grades 10 and 11 at Saba Zreik High School identified the need for stronger critical thinking and technological literacy to counter misinformation and societal division. In response, they launched a project focused on evaluating the credibility of information, addressing bullying and cyberbullying, and promoting good governance, engaged citizenship, and social justice. Their journey…
Two geographically close schools, Agial Kfartoun and Dekwer, participated in a collaborative scaling learning program designed to foster resource-sharing, close cooperation, and professional motivation among teachers and principals. This partnership enabled the schools to implement differentiated instruction strategies, tailoring lesson plans to meet students’ individual needs, sharing best practices, and engaging in joint initiatives. Key…
Al Manar Modern School (AMS) launched a Learning Difficulties Center in partnership with nafda and the Learning Difficulties Professional Association (LDPA) to support students with diverse abilities, including those with ADHD, autism, and dyslexia. This initiative trained teachers in Differentiated Instruction and helped develop Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). This led to increased student performance and…
Serving 85 students with learning difficulties and special needs, Themarona Special Needs School focused on developing life skills in financial management and emotional regulation to build confidence and independence among students aged 5 to 15. By adapting the Aflatoun International Program and using active learning methods, the school empowered students to understand their rights, responsibilities,…
Makassed El Marj School launched the Makassed Learning Abilities Center (MLAC) to address the lack of special needs resources in the area and enhance the academic performance and behavior of students, offering therapy services and targeted interventions. Key Outcomes: 75% of teachers improved their ability to implement instructional strategies for 89 students in Cycle 1.…
Project Context Hammana, located in Mount Lebanon, is home to Themarona Special Needs School, a unique institution serving 85 students between the ages of five and 15, who face learning difficulties and special needs; including conditions such as autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), epilepsy, and more. It welcomes students from…
Project Context Located in West Bekaa, Makassed El Marj School welcomes around 300, and 25 competent teachers and administrators. The school firmly believes that achieving success requires a combination of exceptional teaching practices, diligent administration, collaborative families, and responsible students. Following the community visioning process, and with nafda’s support, the school has recognized the critical…
Project Context Al Manar Modern School (AMS) is the first school in its area to dedicate itself to serving a body of students with different abilities. This is inclusive of students who are born with or develop learning difficulties (ADHD, autism and dyslexia among others), as well as the social, emotional and learning development compromised…
