The AybPRO project-based learning program has concluded at Dilijan High School.

The implementation of the “AybPRO” project-based learning project, which was launched at the initiative of the Keron Development Foundation and in cooperation with the Ayb Educational Foundation, has been completed at Dilijan High School. The goal of the project was to make the “AybPRO” project-based learning model available to Dilijan high school students, enabling them to acquire knowledge, practical experience, and competitive skills necessary for the development and implementation of projects.

“AybPRO” is an innovative educational model based on the principle of “learning by doing.” It simultaneously contributes to the deepening of students’ subject knowledge, personal development, and the formation of the most important skills of the 21st century such as critical thinking, creativity, communication, teamwork, responsibility, time management, and proactivity.

Within the project framework, three project clubs were formed at Dilijan High School: in the areas of territorial development, education, and tourism. With the support of project leaders, the high schoolers studied the needs of the Dilijan community, generated ideas for solving problems, developed projects, and presented them during professional discussions.

During the project implementation, students participated in a number of study visits, master classes, and mentoring sessions. They visited Loft Yerevan and Impact Hub Yerevan to learn about social entrepreneurship, impact initiatives, and sustainable community spaces. In addition, students visited Formula VC, where they learned about Armenia’s startup and technology ecosystem. Practical sessions on project management, fundraising, budgeting, communication skills, and strategic project development were also held for project participants.

The students presented preliminary versions of their projects to the first committee, receiving professional questions and guidance. In subsequent stages, the teams continued to refine their ideas with the support of project managers and industry experts.

Finally, on May 20, the students presented their project ideas to the members of the selection committee.

The DJAN team’s territorial development project plans to create a multifunctional community center in Dilijan for collaborative work, reading, and creative activities.

The Impulse educational project’s goals is the professional orientation of 9-11th graders from Dilijan and the community through a three-day educational camp, sectoral meetings, and interactive workshops.

The TourGenius AI project is a B2B platform for the tourism industry, which will use artificial intelligence to help tour operators quickly and efficiently create price offers.

As a conclusion, the educational club received the Evocabank grand prize of $3,500, as well as partnerships with Cabinet Restaurant and the GreenRock Foundation. The club will also have the opportunity to receive marketing consulting from Evocabank’s marketing team.

The Territorial Development Club will receive some space to make the idea a come true; parallely, the jury members will continue to support the team as mentors.

The Tourism Club will also continue to work with the jury members to further develop and implement the idea.

The implementation of the “AybPRO” project in Dilijan was an important step towards transferring the project-based learning model to the marzes and providing students with practical educational experience. The project not only contributed to the development of the knowledge and skills of the participants but also encouraged them to notice the problems of their own community, think about solutions and bear responsibility for their implementation.

Green Rock Foundation is the project’s partner in Dilijan.