Chemistry class at Savremena Gimnazija

At the start of the school year, first-year students from class I-4 had the opportunity to visit and explore the laboratory of Savremena Gimnazija, the Science Hub. This chemistry class provided them with a unique opportunity to learn about all the elements of the laboratory and learn how to identify and use chemical equipment.

Practical work and team collaboration

During the class, the students performed an interesting chemical reaction called the production of artificial blood. This reaction occurs by mixing iron (III) chloride and potassium thiocyanate, resulting in iron thiocyanate, which is characterised by its intense red colour.

The students were divided into groups and first learned how to properly measure liquids using a graduated cylinder. Then they prepared solutions for the chemical reaction. They dissolved a specific amount of iron (III) chloride and potassium thiocyanate in water, and then, using a pipette, added one solution into the other. During this process, they had the opportunity to observe and explain the colour changes, which further improved their understanding of chemical reactions.

This class not only enriched their knowledge of chemistry but also encouraged teamwork and creativity. The students were happy to participate in the activity and showed great enthusiasm for science.

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.