A school that, with its project, completely challenges the closures imposed by the coronavirus and proposes an educational program, entitled " the walking school ," which could become a format to be followed in many schools.
BENCI INSTITUTE
We are at the Benci Institute , in the heart of Livorno 's historic center , where 400 children are enrolled (double the number if the entire school district is considered), 80 percent of whom are foreigners. An open school by definition, with extensive networks throughout the area where it is located and an excellent level of integration between Italian and foreign students. A school where nothing is wasted.
THE WALKING SCHOOL
The "Walking School" project involves children taking itinerant lessons as part of a single educational program. The school opens up to the outdoors, offering students the opportunity to explore evocative spaces for their learning. This includes not only a connection with nature, with walks in the woods and outdoors, but also visits to museums , artisan workshops , and institutional venues.
THE PATHS OF THE WALKING SCHOOL
To implement the "Walking School" project, the Benci Institute has signed an agreement with the municipal administration, several local associations, the Carabinieri, the Community of Sant'Egidio, and the Mascagni Music Institute. Under this agreement, the children will follow courses focused on legality , volunteering, civic education , environmental protection , and proper use of roads and sidewalks.
The "Walking School" project is competing for the 2021 Non Sprecare Award in the "Schools" section. To submit your projects, follow the instructions here.
The cover image is taken from the Facebook page dedicated to the project.
THE PROJECTS COMPETING FOR THE 2021 NON SPRECARE AWARD:
- The Street Lawyer, a thousand volunteers who provide assistance to those who cannot afford a lawyer's fee.
- House of Charity: a place for grandparents to gather
- Biorfarm: the first digital farm
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