Latin Class at Kalemegdan: Savremena Gimnazija Students Bring History of Singidunum to Life

Accompanied by their Latin teacher, Natalija Stanković, second-grade students had the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of the Romans and their period of dominance over Singidunum, now known as Belgrade, at the very historical site - Kalemegdan. This class was an exceptional opportunity for students to learn directly from historical remains.

In addition to visiting Kalemegdan, students also toured the Roman Hall of the Belgrade City Library, where they had the opportunity to further acquaint themselves with Roman history and culture. During the tour of the Belgrade Fortress, students familiarized themselves not only with Roman history but also with the significance of other periods, including the time under Turkish rule, as well as with the Monument of Gratitude to France, the Military Museum, the Exhibition of Medieval Torture Devices, and the Roman Well.

Interactive Activities: Involvement of Savremena Gimnazija Students and Teachers in the Event

During their time at Kalemegdan, students participated in various activities including collage making, quizzes, video material preparation, and intensive research. This interactive approach enabled students not only to acquire new knowledge but also to actively participate in the learning process.

Ambient or field education, such as this one at Kalemegdan, plays a crucial role in the educational process as it allows students to apply and expand theoretical knowledge in a real environment. Learning on-site not only increases students' motivation and interest but also teaches them practical skills through teamwork and collaboration. This approach, known as a classroom without walls, contributes to better understanding and memorization of learned material, and develops critical thinking skills and independent research.

The initiative to implement such classes is extremely important as it allows students to firsthand experience and understand the historical contexts that shape our culture and identity, which is an irreplaceable component of the overall educational experience.

I am extremely pleased and proud to be the parent of a Savremena student. During my first encounter with the school management, when I asked about my child’s potential enrolment, I saw how much love, enthusiasm and professionalism you put in your work. I was impressed by your approach, ideas and methods. I couldn’t believe something like this existed in our country! It doesn’t take long to realise that this is a school you would recommend to everyone. Creativity, modern technology, top-quality education, and most of all, the humaneness that can be seen throughout the school, make it truly different and worthy of its name – Savremena Gimnazija. With such an approach, the success of this school and, consequently, our children’s success, is unavoidable. Congratulations! Jelena Đorđević, Andrija’s mum
Contemporary in any sense of the word, our school offers functional knowledge and quality preparation for tertiary education in Serbia and abroad. Implementing modern and creative teaching in the classroom, where the teachers’ pedagogy and students’ performance are aligned with the highest academic standards for the high-school finals, our school develops linguistic, mathematical, scientific, artistic, cultural, technical and ICT competence, which is a prerequisite for further education and professional development. Teaching is supported by the interactive whiteboards and educational software, whereas practice exercises research and critical thinking.