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Во сабота на 8 април во просториите на Меѓународното училиште НОВА , од 10:00 до 13:00 часот, традиционално ќе се одржи по единаесетти пат конференцијата за професионална ориентација на млади, оваа година под мотото „Voice of Choice - Гласот на изборот”.Сите учесници можат да се регистрираат за настанот преку овој електронски формулар: линк

Think Outside the Box at the Literary Talks with Zivko Grozdanoski

Young and aspiring author and NOVA alumni #ZivkoGrozdanoski will be the guest speaker at an interactive event planned for our 11th and 12th-grade students at the Secondary School auditorium.The focus of the discussion will be his experience at our school and how it helped him find his genuine voice and realize his passion. Also, as a contemporary author, Zivko will elaborate on his artistic choice to use the procedure of transliteration and how he manages to fictionalize “real” people into literary characters.NOVA International Schools is a dynamic community closely following our alumni's successes. Zivko Grozdanoski is part of our expanding community of alums. We are happy to host him and highlight his achievements! 

Used Item Indeed Found a Second Life at Our Open Yard Sale!

Books, house appliances, clothes, paintings, rollerblades, bags, handmade objects, scarves, and whatnot were on offer at our Open Yard Sale! Delicious Turkish homemade food, freshly prepared barbeque, juicy ice creams, and soft drinks contributed to the great atmosphere on this special Saturday. Our students, parents, and faculty met with members of the wider community, sharing thoughts and ideas, meeting new people, and enjoying the afternoon. Take a look at our photo gallery and feel the joy of our Open Yard Sale! Check out the photo gallery from the event on the following link

Students and Staff Sample Mexican Food at Fiesta Day

Tasty and nutritious food prepared by #fjculinaryconsultants was offered at our school cafeterias. After a brief presentation on the foods’ nutritional components, accompanied by traditional music and a fiesta spirit, our students enjoyed the burritos, salads, and tasty desserts. In the spirit of genuine international schools, NOVA plans to hold monthly events dedicated to different national cuisines and cultures. Check out the photo gallery from the event on the following link

Third-graders Go on Field Trip to Learn about Macedonian Musical Traditions

The village of Vinice near Skopje, where traditional musical instruments are still handcrafted today, was the purpose of the field trip undertaken by our 3rd-grade students. Mr. Stojance Kostovski, also known as the “Macedonian Stradivarius,” presented the traditional wooden, wind, and percussion instruments to our avid learners. The students could understand how pleasant sounds are produced from a piece of wood, a sheep’s belly, or how the skin is stretched to produce the mighty sound of the traditional ‘’tapan’’. Their experience was enriched by a short workshop where all children could try out Kostovski’s drum and create their rhythmic pattern. #NOVAInternationalSchools regularly stresses the importance of learning outside the classroom through transdisciplinary approaches and broader contextualization. Check out the photo gallery from the event on the following link

Upper Secondary Students Go on Virtual Tour of the French Capital

Our nine-graders enrolled in the French Language acquisition course visited the French Institute in Skopje to learn more about the culture, the country’s heritage, and its particularities. Part of their visit was the virtual reality tour of Paris and climbing the Eiffel Tower. This visit comes within the Month of Francophonie, celebrated in all French-speaking countries globally. Interested in deepening their language knowledge, our LSS students also explored travel options to Francophone countries and created their language acquisition program. #NOVAInternationalSchools continue to support all interactive learning opportunities outside the classroom, thus enriching our students’ experiences and general knowledge.

A Growth Mindset Learns from Challenging Cirumstances

Our SuperNOVA USS Girls Basketball team participated in the CEESA High School Girls Basketball Tournament organized by the International School of Belgrade, where four other sister schools competed. Our small team of only six girls gave its best in the matches against Belgrade, Istanbul, Tirana, and Budapest teams. Unfortunately, we didn’t win any trophies, but the students demonstrated genuine commitment and courage and kept on playing despite the sprained ankles, jammed fingers, and injured shoulders. With their performance, our girls gained respect and sympathy from all teams involved in the tournament. However, the best part of the competition was the girls’ determination to start a student-led girls' basketball club at our school and popularize this sport further. We congratulate them on their participation and wish them much success in their endeavor! Check out the photo gallery from  the tournament on the following link

Personal Project Exhibition 2023 - Bisera

Nature Lover to Start Organic Honey Production 🍯 🐝The pandemic period spent in the village of Mavrovo and her love for nature and bees' vital role in the global ecosystem inspired our 10th-grade student to start a project about organic honey production. However, our LSS student has not only commenced with her Personal Project academic requirement at school but has contributed to the launch of the family business entirely dedicated to honey production and other 100% natural bee products. 🌿The Personal Project is the activity crowning the personal learning experience within the IB MYP programme where students research a topic or idea of their choice. This activity implies setting clear goals and precise planning, as well as defining success criteria indicators to evaluate the project’s outcome. The project is to be evaluated through the approaches to learning (ATL) perspective and how it ultimately impacts the student’s learning process. Watch the video to see how our talented learner is implementing her personal goals and ideas👇:

Karpos Fire Station Demonstrates Worklife to Kindergartners

Our 3-year-olds visited the local fire station and returned with exciting memories, but more importantly, understanding the essential job firefighters do. Students learned what equipment they use, why they wear special outfits, and their daily responsibilities. Especially impressive were the firetrucks, furnished with loud sirens and bright lights, hoses, ladders, and special gear. Our avid learners could also connect these features with the importance of being a firefighter. The firefighters shared their experiences about how to quickly respond in cases of house fires, what to do when such an emergency occurs, and how to act. #NOVAInternationalSchools acknowledge that teaching and reinforcing this knowledge should take place from an early age and frequently. In this way, children learn and understand fire hazards in order to know how to prevent and protect themselves from fires. Check out the photo gallery from the visit on the following link

NOVA Girls’ Basketball Team Wins Gold In Sofia

Our Lower Secondary School students exhibited their mental and physical prowess by winning CESSA’s basketball tournament, hosted by the AngloAmerican School of Sofia, with four other European schools competing. It was a great pleasure to testify to our students’ growth whenever they stepped on the court for each game and their dedication and desire to show what they have learned throughout the training season. Showing excellent teamwork, resilience, coherence, and camaraderie, our girls could maintain their focus and show a unique balance of individual ball handling and shooting skills combined with impressive teamwork. In addition, everyone exhibited outstanding sportsmanship, leaving Sofia with fond memories and a couple of new friendships. This is considered the gift of inter-school competitions. Allowing students to test their skills, learn in a new setting, and meet peers with similar extracurricular interests. We are proud of the students’ achievements and congratulate them on their success! Check out the photo gallery from the tournament on the following link

Upper School Boys Basketball Teams Wins CEESA Tournament

A 12-player Upper Secondary School team is the champion of the 3-day CEESA competition, competing against six other international schools from across Europe. Our students displayed consistency and teamwork throughout the tournament and succeeded in not losing a single game. As tournament hosts we were proud to welcome CEESA schools back to Skopje after a two-year pandemic break. The tournament proved an excellent opportunity for players and coaches to showcase their athletic abilities. It was a unique opportunity for our visitors to learn more about our city’s history and be involved in fun, educational activities. #NOVAInternationalSchools recognize the importance of bonds amongst students and staff at such tournaments, providing a different learning experience than those acquired in the classroom and deepening interpersonal connections that can last a lifetime! Check out the photo gallery from the event on the following link

MYP Personal Project 2023 - Mihail

✒️Do you think combining different stories, finding your narrative voice, and producing a novel is hard? Not for our Mihail, who has a passion for storytelling. He succeeded in articulating his thoughts and reflections in a single work of fiction! 📌The personal project is the peak of each student’s IB MYP journey and an excellent opportunity to explore a topic or idea of a student’s choice. The personal project requires planning with clear goal setting. The student needs to decide on a original product, and what success critters he/she would use to evaluate intended project outcome. The project should be viewed through the approaches to learning (ATL) lens, and how it ultimately impacts student learning. Check out the video where Mihail explains the process of how to write a novel while being a lower secondary school student: 👇

NOVA 10th-grade Students Visit the French Institute to Learn about the World of Francophonie

As part of their study unit Communications, Media, and Literature, our 10th graders paid a visit to the French Institute in Skopje, where they were presented with all of the nations in the World using the French language, and participated in an interactive workshop. During the workshop, they researched famous French authors such as Balzac, Hugo, Baudelaire, Verne, and Prévert, as well as prominent publications, newspapers, and magazines, such as Figaro, Le Monde, Rire, and others. Their research work was presented during class, where students shared their experiences and ideas of what they had learned during the visit. Previously, NOVA’s 9th and 10th-grade students attended a French gala film night at cinema Millenium when the two-Ceaser winner film A Plein Temps was screened, with speeches held by the French and Swiss ambassadors. Check out the photo gallery from the event on the following link

NOVA Students Learn About South-American Cultural Heritage Virtually

Our 6th-grade students took a virtual field trip to Peru, on the paved roads of the Inca Empire, via a presentation led by our teacher, Ms. Rosa Zdravkov, whose heritage is both Inca and Spanish. In the Individuals and Societies class, in connection with the Spanish language acquisition, they are learning about the discoveries of the Americas, the history of colonization, interactions between the Europeans and the indigenous people in Latin America, the casualties of environmental issues, and the lack of sustainability in modern days. Today, many Inca traditions are still prevalent in the world, such as textile making, the superfoods they ate and that we consume daily, Inca archaeological sites like Machu Picchu, and even their ancient language, Quechua, which is still widely spoken. Learning about different cultures contributes to students’ understanding of different perspectives of our complex world, and they develop as respectful global citizens. Check out the photo gallery from the event on the follwoing link

Grade 7 Students Write & Compose Their Own Anti-imperialist Songs

As a creative extension of their Individuals and Societies inquiry task - casualties of 19th-century imperialism, our 7th graders wrote lyrics for their anti-imperialism songs, while some created beats and music. Focusing on the research results, they successfully connected to current global events and conflicts. Intending to raise awareness, they protested through songs as their communication medium. The inquiry assignment was crowned with performing their songs to their Lower Secondary School peers. The MYP individuals and societies subject group incorporates disciplines traditionally studied under humanities and social sciences. This subject group encourages learners to respect and understand the world around them. It equips them with the necessary skills to investigate historical, geographical, political, social, economic, and cultural factors affecting individuals, societies, and environments.

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NOVA’s Food Art Club as part of the After School Activities program

Every parent feels their child needs to consume more fruit and vegetables and develop healthy eating habits. We found a solution for this problem - the Food Art Club, where children, in a hands-on, playful atmosphere, are encouraged to taste food they may have never tried! The kids are encouraged to try new foods and expand their pallets because when they make something, they’re more likely to eat it. The workshop is designed to ignite the senses and feed the imagination of students, showing them that healthy food can be fun, nutritious, and delicious. Moreover, the classes will enable children to develop fine motor skills, learn about the food they eat, and have a fresh perspective by stimulating their creativity and innovation. The after-school-activity is designed for students from 1st to 4th grade. For more information, please contact our extraordinary and talented Vesna Kaeska at vesna.kaeska@nova.edu.mk.

NOVA Lower Secondary School Students Win Gold and Silver at the World Scholar's Cup

Three teams of nine 6th-grade students returned victorious from participating in an international academic team competition against students from over 65 countries. Collaborative Writing, Debating, the Scholars' Bowl, the Scholars' Challenge, the Debate Showcase, and the Talent Show are the six competitions comprising the Scholars’ Cup, including three-person discussions and group writing projects. Our teams competed in the Regional Round for the first time and qualified for the Global Round based on their performance, for which they all received invitations. Our students won silver and gold as a team but were also awarded individual silver and gold medals. We encourage all our students to use this positive practice and weigh their strengths against their peers in various challenges, including research-based knowledge competitions! Check out the photo gallery from the event on the following link

Lower Secondary Basketball Team Returns with Gold from Belgrade

We are happy to announce that we completed the Middle School Boys' Basketball season by securing first place at the 2-day CEESA tournament held in Belgrade, Serbia. Our 11-member team demonstrated skills, sportsmanship, and readiness to compete with another seven international schools from Southeast Europe. Having won all six games in the process, NOVA students played well individually but especially as a team. This success comes after three months of extensive training to develop their basketball skills. One of the best takeaways from this experience was building new friendships outside the classroom and meeting peers from different countries. #NOVAInternationalSchools is proud of our student’s growth, team spirit, and competitive spirit, as three stand-out performers from our team were selected for the "All-Star Team" tournament. Check out the photo galery from the tournament on the following link

NOVA Graduate Receives Presidential Scholarship to attend Rochester Institute of Technology

We are proud to share that our 12th-grade student has been accepted at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), known for its interdisciplinary collaboration, global engagement, and revolutionary research. Moreover, to pursue a biotechnology and molecular bioscience course, our student has been awarded the RIT Presidential Scholarship. #NOVAInternationalSchool continuously provides academic support in order for our learners to access leading higher education institutions in the world!

NOVA Elementary School to Host Second Movie Night on Friday

As part of our efforts to bring our community together and enjoy shared experiences, we are hosting our second movie night this year at the Elementary School auditorium this Friday, March 10th.Students, parents, and staff are welcome to bring their blankets, plushies, and snacks, and get ready to have a thrilling movie experience. Food and drinks will also be available for sale.

Interdisciplinary Studies at the Core of NOVA IB Programme

Eleven-grade students had the pleasure of welcoming math teacher Mr. Murad Ramanovski, who, together with psychology teacher Ms. Dimitrovska held a joint class on Data Analysis with a focus on the intersection between the two subject areas. Students learned that statistics is the language of experimental psychology, helping researchers determine their research findings’ validity and communicating them to the general public. Statistical literacy is not only important for carrying out their experimental study on internal assessment in psychology, but it is also instrumental for developing critical thinking when reading psychological reports and interpreting study results. In previous classes, students conducted in-class experiments to collect data and apply relevant descriptive and inferential statistics. This interdisciplinary class allowed students to gain hands-on experience on how statistics and math can be used to analyze data to aid understanding and predict human behavior to presented data. Interdisciplinary learning is a focus of NOVA’s International Baccalaureate Programme, which enables students to consider multiple perspectives, use knowledge-based sources, and apply them practically in real-life contexts.

🏊Secondary School Team Secures Several Podium Finishes at CEESA Swim Tournament in Warsaw🏊‍♂️

A SuperNOVA 5-member team of Secondary School School participated in the two-day swimming competition held in Warsaw, Poland, and secured several medals in various styles. The competition was part of CEESA’s winter season, with five more international schools from Central and Southeast Europe participating. Though our students faced fierce competition, they nevertheless succeeded in securing excellent times and places in some of the finals. A NOVA student won gold and bronze medals in the 100 m and 50 m freestyle and a silver medal in the 50 m butterfly. Others secured their place in the finals. All team members showcased excellent teamwork, enthusiasm, and a desire to win. #NOVAInternationalSchools recognizes the importance of physical education in our learners' physical and psychological development and social-emotional growth. We strongly believe the international setting of these tournaments provides them with extracurricular opportunities which contribute to their overall well-being. check out the photo gallery from the event on the following link

Kindergarteners Learn How Objects Evolve through Time at the Archeological Museum

As part of the unit Where We Are in Place and Time, our 5 and 6-year-olds visited the Archeological Museum. The visit’s purpose was to learn how the items we use have changed over time. The lessons focused on how school, games and toys, household items, and more have changed throughout the years. Our kindergarten students were very interested in seeing how pots, bowls, jewelry, and tools changed over time and pointed out how the materials changed from rocks/clay to metals and more details. One of the most thorough conclusions they came up with was that households and buildings were plain with no paint at the beginning of human history, and then designs and colors were slowly added through the years. The learning experience @#NOVAInternationalSchools stretches beyond the classroom and includes innovative teaching methods and approaches. Check out the photo gallery from the visit on the following link

NOVA Students Complete the Reading Around the World Challenge!

Elementary School students have finished the activities planned within the Reading Around the World Challenge by pinning hand-made passports to the "Wall of Fame '' with stamps of the countries where their preferred authors come from, while students from 6th to 8th grade share their reading experiences through presentations. The Month of Reading Celebration is a way to encourage students to broaden their horizons, get familiar with authors from around the world, and develop a passion for reading and learning. #NOVAInternationalSchools regularly encourages learners to rely on different research-based sources and make informed comparisons and decisions. Check out the photo gallery from the acivity on the following link

NOVA Elementary School Students Know What Love Is

Valentine's Day is a special day at our school. Every student partakes in the festivities, starting with our youngest ones. The event is enriched with hand-made gifts and sweets prepared by the hard-working hands of our PTA members. Students had a chance to purchase a token of love and appreciation for their closest ones and share their thoughts on what love stands for. Check out our sweetness-overload video and find out the answer to this most important question for yourselves: 

NOVA Students Learn about IE University from Spain’s Programs

The IE University associate director for undergraduate programs for Italy and Southeast Europe, Alba Conde, visited NOVA Secondary School and presented the educational programs available at one of Europe’s most renowned universities, known for its business and economics studies. The 11th-grade students had the opportunity to get familiarized with IE University, and learn more about the application process and the admissions timeline. They were also informed about the need to pass a placement test and the scholarship programs at their disposal. Ms. Conde presented the university’s two campuses in Madrid and Segovia and talked about students’ life in Spain. NOVA learners showed great interest, as they had many questions to ask during the presentation. #NOVAInternationalSchools pays great attention to hosting representatives from some of the institutions of higher learning in order to present its students with high-quality educational for their continued educational journey.

NOVA Celebrates the Day of Love

💘Treats and gifts hand-made by the diligent members of the Parents Teachers Association, as well as balloons, keychains and other decorations, were on offer today in the Elementary School. Our youngest learners had the chance to purchase Valentine’s gifts, send a message of love, and enjoy the festive spirit.  💝Students shared their views on what love means to them. “I love my friend Marina”  - said one Early Education Center student, referring to her school friend. Our hearts are content knowing that love, respect towards others, and tolerance are key values embodied by even our youngest learners. 👉Have a look at our photo gallery and have your heart melted (link)  

This Week’s Month of Reading Celebration Ends with a Book’ Swap

To encourage Elementary School students to dive deep into the world of literature, this week NOVA is hosting a book swap, where students and parents are encouraged to bring their favorite novels, stories, collections, and poetry books to the library, and pick-up another one they prefer.#NOVAInternationalScools is dedicated to encouraging learners to broaden their minds and hearts with educational, exciting, and fun activities that benefit their intellectual and socio-emotional development.

NOVA Hosts International Schools for the MathCounts Tournament

Students from international schools from Bucharest, Sofia, Zagreb, Istanbul, and Tirana were guests during NOVA’s Lower Secondary MathCounts 3-day tournament, competing in solving challenging mathematical problems while demonstrating both technical and “out of the box” thinking. Students weighed their strengths in the sprint and target rounds, the team competition, and the countdown round. However, the participants' experience would not be complete if they didn’t have some fun along the way; hence the guests and NOVA students, as hosts, took part in a laser hunt and attended different workshops. Students also had the chance to enjoy a cultural tour and learn more about Skopje and its history. The MathCounts Tournament is a Central and Eastern European School Association (#CEESA) competition to build students’ confidence and enhance their attitudes toward math and problem-solving. #NOVAInternationalSchools strongly believes that students should have multiple opportunities to learn in various ways while also having experiences that allow them to develop their social and communication skills. Check out the photo gallery from the event on the following link

NOVA Team Wins 2nd Place at International Knowledge Bowl Tournament

Our team of 11 graders secured second place at the Knowledge Bowl competition held last week in Zagreb, organized by Central and Eastern European Schools Association (CEESA). The trophy was well deserved as the students demonstrated leadership, motivation, cohesive teamwork, and extensive math, science, geography, and social science knowledge. This year, Knowledge Bowl united fourteen teams from five CEESA sister schools. It proved an excellent opportunity for our young learners to weigh their skills and knowledge, gain international experience, make friendships, and enjoy what Zagreb has in store for its visitors. NOVA’s second team ranked 5th, a result that will serve as a proper motivator for upcoming competitions. #NOVAInternationalSchools provide varying opportunities tailored to each student’s academic interests, creating valuable experience outside the classroom. We understand learning as a holistic process comprised of both the accumulation of knowledge and experiences. Checko out the photo gallery from the tournament on the following link

“North Pole” Screening @NOVA Spurs Lively Debate on Peer Pressure

We had the honor of hosting “North Pole” writer and director Marija Apcevska for our 9 and 10 graders, along with the movie’s producer Robert Naskov, for a screening of the movie and a discussion dedicated to the issues raised, such as peer pressure, social media influence, teenage development, and consent. A NOVA parent, psychologist Ognen Spaskovski, took part in the discussion, pointing out that teenagers could become quite vulnerable to outside influences and highlighting the need for society to be open and to talk about such issues. Apcevska focused on the choice of the subject matter, i.e., the new generations’ challenges, the feeling of not belonging to any particular place or group, (self)isolation, friendships, and romantic relationships. She stressed the importance of social media influencers’ identity and their impact on mental health among youth. Furthermore, she elaborated on her artistic choices to use a 16mm camera, the decision to almost eliminate sound, and referred to her personal experiences as a source of inspiration. She also explained why she picked this exact title - to convey the feeling of being torn between two poles, referring to society’s expectations and personal wishes. Her advice to aspiring filmmakers was to reach out to professionals in order to understand the filmmaking process better. #NOVAInternationalSchool has a mission to challenge young minds for them to go beyond the classroom’s boundaries, by continuing to welcome thought-provoking guest speakers! Check out the photo gallery from the event on the following link

NOVA Robotics Team Wins “Design Award” at International Competition

For demonstrating understanding of the presented task and unique coding, and problem-solving skills, our Secondary School students won the Design Award at the Robotics competition held last week in Tirana, competing along with 11 other teams from 7 international schools. Our students had a most positive experience at this year’s tournament, being especially appreciative of the fact it was being hosted in person. “Besides working on the robot, we got to know each other better and became really good friends. The team atmosphere was overwhelmingly positive, with listening and singing popular songs and making friends and alliances with some of the other team members. The competition helped us learn essential lessons such as communication, collaboration, and time management. We are very honored to be able to return one of the awards to NOVA, showing our team's effective planning and strategic execution of our robot” #NOVAInternationalSchools continually supports students who want to engage in various activities outside the regular classroom, who showcase initiative, teamwork, and nurture their competitive spirit by developing 21st-century skills. Check out the photo gallery from the event on the following link

Poetry at the Focus of This Week’s Month of Reading Celebration

Personal works and the verses of their favorite poems were recited by Elementary and Lower Secondary Schools students and faculty in front of an audience of parents and relatives as part of this week’s Month of Reading Celebration initiative. Among the planned activities, three poetry jam assemblies were introduced this year to stimulate learners’ curiosity, creativity, verbal expression, and abstract thinking skills. The assemblies provide students and faculty with a wonderful learning experience related to reading and writing and the marvelous, inexhaustible world of literature. See how #NOVAInternationalSchools celebrate poetry and feel the atmosphere by browsing our photo gallery!

NOVA Student Wins Gold at CEESA Speech and Debate International Tournament

We are proud and delighted to share that our 8-grade student Galina Aranitasi competing in the CEESA Speech and Debate Tournament, won first place in the impromptu category. The team, primarily made up of 6th-grade students, competed in several areas, such as debate, oral interpretation, duet acting & impromptu speaking, which allowed them to learn more about the debate process, and the competitive nature of speech. Considering that other schools competed with more than one team, we were pleased to have NOVA reach the quarter-finals, semi-finals, and finals in each competitive area. Our students exhibited excellent knowledge and skills. In addition, they had an opportunity to network with students from the other competing schools, including the tournament’s host, the International School of Prague, the Riverside School (Prague), the International School of Bucharest, and the American International School Vienna. Although a competition, students bonded with one another and built camaraderie throughout the competition, an important aspect of our holistic approach toward learning. #NOVAInternationalSchools is focused on providing students with valuable out-of-school international experiences. Check out the photo gallery from the event on the following link

Students Relax During Recess While Playing Chess

Through structured free play, learning about the game’s fundamentals, and analysis of famous chess matches, our Lower Secondary school students use their lunch and recess break to relax and play some chess. The 8th grade students spontaneously decided to profit from their free time by setting up rounds of chess games in the ES cafeteria. The Chess Club is also a part of our After School Activities program. The learning process for one of the world’s most famous games is supervised by an experienced teacher and volunteer parent and is an excellent way to keep our learners’ minds and bodies active after school! Take a look at the photos to see how our eighth graders enjoy spending their recess at the cafeteria! Check out the photo gallery from the event on the following link

Kindergarten student’s Exit Point Exhibition

For the inquiry unit How We Express Ourselves, the kindergarteners have been learning how we tell stories while focusing on the fact that there are many different ways to tell tales and that different time periods are marked by different types of storytelling. For this purpose, an exhibition was set up to show parents what their children had been learning and what new skills they had been working on. At the Exit Point exhibition, our youngest learners demonstrated five ways to tell a story - through dance, music, written books, acting, and puppet shows. We would like to highlight our teaching staff's efforts to introduce innovative educational approaches by incorporating toys, acting, dance, and music during class. In addition to telling stories differently, during the event, students showcased what they had learned about the notion of respect - what it means, how it sounds, how it feels, and what it looks like. Additionally, #NOVAInternationalSchool was mindful of having many discussions surrounding the topic of respect, i.e., respect towards our friends, the environment, teachers, our family members, and while eating and communicating with each other. Check out the photo gallery from the event on the following link

NOVA Hosts CEESA Middle School MathCounts Tournament

After a three-year break NOVA is hosting its first international tournament. Six schools in total, coming from Romania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Turkey, and Albania will compete in this year’s tournament. MathCounts activities consist of various Kahoot games and interactive workshops that build students’ problem-solving skills and force them to think “outside of the box” by combining mathematical, technical, and artistic abilities. #NOVAInternationalSchools encourage all participants to rise to the occasion, exhibiting the best of their abilities. We wish them successful participation in the competition.

Kahoot Literature-related Games and Pajamas Read-outs to Wrap Up This Week’s Month of Reading Celebration

Is there a better way to enjoy an exciting story and understand its moral than being tucked in a warm blanket, wearing your favorite pajamas? At NOVA, we understand that learning and fun go hand in hand, which is why this week’s Month of Reading Celebration finished with Elementary and Lower Secondary school students reading their most beloved books over a cup of hot cocoa. Furthermore, to inspire students to read, learn, draw conclusions, and become independent thinkers, interactive, a digital Kahoot quiz was organized by the language teachers across both divisions, related to books students have read and analyzed. The Month of Reading Celebration is a beautiful initiative established at #NOVAInternationalSchools to boost the thirst for knowledge and resourcefulness by meeting various authors, participating in poetry jams, playing reading games, swapping books, and exchanging ideas. Check out the photo gallery from the event on the following link

American College of Thessaloniki (ACT) Presents Its Programs

An informative session about the ACT’s programs, the application process, scholarship opportunities, and easy access to affordable accommodations was hosted at NOVA to learn more about its curricula, admissions process, and life in Thessaloniki. The institution, accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, offers four different business areas of interest students can choose from Biological Sciences, Computer Science, Business Computing, Psychology, Political Science & International Relations. The students and academic advisors could ask questions, learn about the admission process in detail, and share a joint commitment for future collaboration.