As part of the "Stress-Free Adolescence" programme, we hosted parents at Savremena Gimnazija, where they had the opportunity to attend two insightful lectures given by our psychologist Aleksandra Rakić and physical education professor Stefan Radojičić, alongside psychologist Ana Mirković.

Practical Advice for Adolescents' Everyday Challenges

The main focus of the lectures was on the everyday challenges and issues adolescents face while growing up. Through a practical approach and numerous real-life examples, we shared valuable insights on handling adolescent challenges, particularly those involving communication with parents, teachers, and peers. Special attention was devoted to basic life needs, such as food and sleep, as well as the importance of engaging in sports and physical activity.

Communication in the Digital Age: Challenges and Tips

Ana Mirković spoke about communication in the digital age, the time young people spend on their phones, and the importance of appropriate, timely, and directed communication with parents. The lectures were educational, practical, and emotional, as the audience comprised parents who are caring for and navigating this challenging time. As Ana Mirković emphasised, it has never been harder to be an adolescent or a parent. The universal advice for overcoming obstacles during this period of life remains love, attentive listening, and dedication.

The Strength of Unity and Support Through Shared Experiences

Although we spent a wonderful two hours in discussion, it felt like we were just beginning. The topic was vital, and parents responded wonderfully to each example mentioned. It was clear that everyone shared common ground, facing similar challenges, which brought a sense of relief.

We are proud to have organised these lectures and plan to continue gathering with the same goal – to support our students and provide them with encouragement and guidance!

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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.