This week, which marked the beginning of the academic year in the public education network, the full-time high schools of the public network (EMTI) implemented Marco Zero Reception, an initiative designed to welcome new students and integrate them from the school environment. the first moment. Through dynamic conversation frames and artistic presentations, the goal was to raise the awareness of newcomers about the essence of the educational project in schools. This moment also marked the beginning of the reflection offered by the Life Project Integrative Activity.
In each school, the action lasted for one day and was creatively conducted by students trained as young heroes, supported by the Basic Education Specialist (EEB), EMTI Principal Coordinator (EEBCG) or Teacher Principal Coordinator (PCG). During the activity, participants were guided to think about the importance of their dreams and the expectations associated with their realization through the implementation of Protagonism.
Reception activities, in addition to receptiveness, have a pedagogical basis and must be carried out in a previously approved scenario. The results obtained during the activity will be used throughout the year to enrich the Life Project lessons and support the pedagogical planning of the educational institution, as students’ dreams are shared during the dynamic.
At the Escola Estadual Professora Nhanita in Santa Barbara, the action was divided into two moments. a celebration ceremony led by young heroes, which included artistic performances and interaction with students, teachers and administrators; and a protagonist-led conversation framework focused on EMTI 1st-year students to clarify how the program works and discuss doubts and expectations.
“Being greeted by young people who, in addition to wearing a school shirt, are on the move to school is terrifying. It shows all the strength of this youth which, if well led, will make us very proud. At the same time, it emphasizes our responsibility as leaders to guarantee all the educational rights of these students,” says school principal Sidinea Fernandez.
For the young protagonist Ruan dos Santos Xavier, 16 years old, the moment is very important because “when a teenager talks to another teenager, without the presence of a teacher, it removes the shame that comes. 1st year students, for example, had the confidence to ask questions,” emphasizes the student of the department.
At Governador Milton Campos Public School in Belo Horizonte, new students were welcomed by young heroes who helped them find their classrooms and introduced them to the school grounds. In addition, events such as the Dream Clothing Line and Time Capsule, an optional part of the Life Project, were held, along with recreational activities such as flag stealing and tug-of-war.
“Being welcomed by another young person who already belongs to the school gives a sense of security and belonging. The success of the academic year is related to the success of admission. Working on the dreams of our young people from the beginning is essential so that together, students, teachers, staff and administration, we can work on building each student’s project,” says Principal Nivea Galvao Augsten.
790 schools of 47 Regional Education Departments (SRE) of the state participated in the action, in which more than 90 thousand students were involved in the Marco Zero Reception.
Initial formation
On February 2, virtual training was held in schools that provide full-time education. To this end, schools have been sent a recording that covers the principles and guidelines of the pedagogical and management model, in addition to the unique components of the curriculum.
Each institution allocated 1 hour of the school day for all teachers to watch the video, with the aim of presenting the principles of full-time education in the state network, to support the planning of teaching activities. The Student Life Project is the centerpiece of the model, which drives 3 axes: academic excellence, 21st century skills, and training for life. The course allows teachers to organize moments to plan and develop strategies that enhance students’ experiences in their cognitive, physical, social, and emotional dimensions.
Learning with 1 million possibilities
On 1/23 and 2/6, SEE/MG, in conjunction with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) One Million Opportunities (1MiO) initiative, conducted training for analysts from 47 SREs seeking to support transition of students to the labor market.
The goal was to teach about youth leadership, secondary education teaching, and effective youth engagement. Analysts will be methodology multipliers in EMTI vocational schools, with SREs playing a crucial role in methodology dissemination.
Work in schools seeks to diversify the training experience of young people by offering courses on the 1MiO platform and delving into relevant Life Project topics. Students will receive certificates and have more employability opportunities in addition to competing for scholarships, such as English, provided by Unicef partners.