Month of Empathy at Savremena Gimnazija: Build the Community You Want to Live In

In March, Savremena Gimnazija is launching the Month of Empathy initiative, a project aimed at raising awareness about the importance of solidarity, understanding, and mutual support among peers. Through a series of workshops, visits, and humanitarian activities, our students will develop emotional intelligence and actively contribute to the community.

Why Is Empathy Important for High School Students?

Scientific research has shown that challenges are easier to overcome when we have support from our surroundings, and adolescence brings numerous obstacles – from academic responsibilities to social relationships. By developing empathy, high school students learn to better understand both their own emotions and those of their peers, fostering stronger and healthier relationships with family, friends, and teachers.


Empathy also encourages teamwork, improves communication skills, and helps young people develop a sense of responsibility in their interactions. Besides academic education, these qualities are key factors in personal growth. In an era where social media and digital communication dominate, nurturing genuine understanding and compassion is more important than ever before.

What Awaits Us at Savremena During the Month of Empathy?

As part of this project, students will participate in various activities, including:

-workshops on empathy and emotional intelligence – interactive discussions and exercises where students will learn to recognize others' emotions and communicate with understanding;
-humanitarian actions and volunteering – collecting clothes and essential items for the Drop-In Center and visiting organizations that support vulnerable groups;
-inspirational lectures – guest speakers from different fields will share their experiences and stories, inspiring students to reflect on the importance of empathy in everyday life.

The Month of Empathy is an opportunity for students to realize how even the smallest change can make a significant impact. Every activity contributes to creating a school environment where compassion and mutual support take priority, making the school a place where everyone has the chance to grow and develop into empathetic and responsible young individuals.

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.