New experiences with new experiments
March 20, 2025 —
Practice is often more interesting than pure theory. Especially when it comes to learning physics.
Thanks to a great donor who, in today's busy world, didn't even spare the most precious thing - time – our SKOLA+ project was recently provided with 14 fantastic physics experiments for secondary school students In this way, physics lessons can be made much more exciting through varied practical demonstrations, which inevitably intensifies learning.
Professor Ferenc Krausz personally handed over these "BOXED experiments" to physics teacher Myroslav Herei at the Bakosh Lyceum in …
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Strong together: small steps towards greater victories!
February 27, 2025 —
The young volleyball players of the SPORT+ project demonstrated impressive gameplay during a recent friendly competition, filled with emotion, excitement, and true team spirit.Every match was not only a test but also an opportunity to showcase volleyball skills and team unity. With each set, the thirst for victory grew, and the support from parents, coaches, and fans created an atmosphere of a true sports celebration.
These competitions are not just about winning; they highlight the importance of growth, teamwork, and the ability to overcome challenges. Every point won was a step toward …
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SPORT+ wins the children over
December 29, 2024 —
Our SPORT+ initiative has exceeded all our expectations.
We are creating regular sporting opportunities for children in rural Ukraine, coordinated by professional coaches.
SPORT+ started exactly one year ago, with one volleyball coach and a few dozen children.
Today, two volleyball coaches, a football coach and a basketball coach work with hundreds of schoolchildren every day.
We supply the children's teams with jerseys, replace their missing sports equipment on a small but regular basis, support them in competitions and provide them with essential equipment that can keep the gyms lighted …
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SKOLA+ grows successfully
December 23, 2024 —
After a successful pilot phase, our SKOLA+ programme started its first full academic year in September 2024. The SKOLA+ programme aims to help Ukrainian children to overcome the educational backlogs caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the war against Ukraine.
The programme continues to be present in 5 schools, but has also expanded its team of dedicated teachers and its camp of interested and motivated children.
Through the generous donations of our supporters, 23 teachers in 4 rural schools in western Ukraine and one school near the front line provide extra-curricular activities in 13 …
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A week under a peaceful sky, without bombs
August 1, 2024 —
This is the title of a week-long series of educational and recreational activities organised for children from the town of Marhanets who are participating in our new SKOLA+ project. The event took place from 21-27 July 2024.
Marhanets is located in southern Ukraine, not far from the frontline. The children living there are unable to do everyday activities such as going to school offline or playing sports. At first, it was due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and 2.5 years ago, russia deprived us of a peaceful, safe and free life.
We created this project so that nine wonderful children, together …
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The extraordinary heroes of everyday life
March 16, 2024 —
San Sanych is no ordinary volleyball coach. Unfortunately, he had to flee his native Southern Ukraine in the summer of 2022 because it was under occupation. He and his family found a new home in Western Ukraine, where he became a pillar of the local community.
He took up a job as a high school physical education teacher and immediately put his many years of coaching experience to good use.
He now coaches 5 teams, 2-3 times a week for a total of 22 hours, all in his spare time and for free, out of his own pocket.
The children coached by San Sanych had never before been offered such …
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SKOLA+ keeps expanding!
March 14, 2024 —
As of January 2024, the SKOLA+ program has now moved from its pilot phase to full-fledged projects.
Under the Skola+ programme, 20 teachers in 5 schools provide remedial and talent development sessions for around 250 students in the western and near frontline areas of Ukraine.
These sessions are not just a dry review of the curriculum, but a playful way to improve children's mental health and academic performance.
And this is just the beginning! Our plans and dreams are still big and getting bigger.
We are grateful for all the donations and encouragement received so far, which not only …
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Nobel Prize meets SKOLA+
November 10, 2023 —
On October 31, Professor Ferenc Krausz paid a visit to Transcarpathia in order to meet with teachers and students who are actively engaged in the “SKOLA+” educational project. This initiative is made possible through our partnership with the NGO “Science4People.
During his visit, Professor Krausz had the opportunity to personally engage with the two schools involved in the initial phase of the project. He had productive conversations with both students and teachers, observed several classes, and personally delivered S4P’s additional equipment for the enhancement of future SKOLA+ classes.
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OUR EDUCATIONAL PROJECT "SKOLA +" HAS STARTED!
October 2, 2023 —
On October 2, Tabula Rasa for the Future Generation launched their pilot educational project, SKOLA+ with the support of Science4People.
What is SKOLA+?
Our goal is to assist students in two rural Transcarpathian schools in bridging the learning gaps caused by the war and the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, we aim to enhance the knowledge of select students in specific subjects beyond the standard curriculum. To achieve the project's objectives, teachers will have the autonomy to make decisions regarding their activities within the project. They can develop work plans, select the subjects …
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International Youth Day 2023
August 12, 2023 —
On August 12, we took part in the organization of Youth Day 2023 at the Zdybanka youth center. The event attracted over 30 people. Its program included an interesting quest, several creative locations, art therapy classes, as well as a short presentation of the center’s projects and our joint activities. The event ended with a performance by Ukrainian artist and activist Serhii Letuchy, during which the audience got acquainted not only with his art, but also with his civil work.
The event was part of all-Ukrainian Youth Day 2023 within the framework of the USAID "Mriemo ta Diemo" program, …
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Earth Day 2023
April 22, 2023 —
Tabula Rasa for the future generation in partnership with the Science4People held a drawing competition among local students for Earth Day 2023 as part of the project "For the sake of the future generation". 130 pupils from 5 schools of the Batyovo community took part in it. Through anonymous voting, 9 winners were chosen (three people in each age category), each of whom received a package with an art set and a board game. The winners were announced on April 22 at an event in honor of Earth Day, at which the NGO team in cooperation with the Student Self-Government of the Bakosh Lyceum, held an …
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Design session
February 18, 2023 —
In February, the Zdybanka Youth Center team, together with members of the NGO Tabula Rasa for the Future Generation, began work on updating the design of the youth center's premises. As part of this, a joint facilitation meeting with local young people was held on February 18, where participants jointly identified the needs of future potential visitors to the center, the areas into which the premises and yard could be divided, and the necessary equipment to fill the center. The design activities for the Zdybanka Youth Center are part of the "Dreaming and Acting" program implemented by IREX in …
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ANNUAL REPORT 2022
February 11, 2023 —
On February 11, the "Zdybanka" youth center presented its first annual report. The participants of the event could learn about all kinds of activities that took place in the center, as well as the various trainings and forums which the team and volunteer ambassadors took part in throughout the year. Summaries were drawn up regarding the general level of attendemce at the center. The partners who most supported our activities were identified. The representatives of "Tabula Rasa for the future generation" introduced guests to the history of its establishment, as well as the stories of its …
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Power Banks
January 11, 2023 —
The first shipment of powerbanks has arrived in our community. They have already been performing their welcome services here since the turn of the year. Two pieces went to the office of the Batyovo Council, where they will be used in the ID department. Two units went to the school in Bakosh, and another two to the youth center “Zdybanka”. Moreover, two sets are always ready for the volunteers, who will use them where they are most needed. We would like to take this opportunity to thank our partner, “Science4People”, and supporters on behalf of everyone on site!
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Our new office
December 11, 2022 —
Thanks to the support of our partner, "Science4People", we were able transform one of the rooms of the "Zdybanka" youth center into an office for the team of the center and our organization. Now the small room is equipped with tables and comfortable chairs, as well as several shelves and cabinets for storing supplies, stationery and all kinds of trinkets. This way, one of our members or volunteers can be found there during most workdays.
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PING-PONG
December 8, 2022 —
Thanks to the cooperation of “Tabula Rasa for the next generation” and “Science4People”, as well as their generous supporters, the youth center “Zdybanka” became richer with a fantastic gift. The young people of the our community and the IDPs who found safety here after fleeing the full-scale invasion, could take possession of a super ping-pong table. And whether it's a coincidence or not, Oleksandr (San-Sanych), a tennis coach who fled from the Kherson area in a manner fitting for a horror novel, also lives in the community, and he gladly took it upon himself to teach the guys. In this way, …
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ANNUAL REPORT 2022
September 3, 2022 —
On September 3, 2022, the team of the NGO "Tabula Rasa for the future generation", together with the team of the youth center "Zdybanka" held a charity auction, the funds from which - namely 23 thousand hryvnias - were equally transferred to the Zakarpattia regional shelter for minors in Batyovo, as well as to the "Come Back Alive" Foundation. The participants of the event had the opportunity to purchase paintings drawn by local youth at a workshop, held on the Independence Day of Ukraine. One of the paintings went to the head of our partner organization "Science4People", and several paintings …
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