Donor: Johnson Matthey Community Impact Program “Science and Me"

Time period: 01.09.2024 - 31.07.2025

Total Amount: 20,000 British pounds

Project Aim

The project aims to strengthen science education in Macedonia by empowering primary school teachers (grades 1–9) with modern teaching techniques and inspiring over 2,000 students aged 12–14 to engage in STEM. The program supports teachers through workshops, resources, and mentoring while providing students with science fairs, lab visits, and real-world exposure to scientific careers. Special emphasis is placed on reaching underrepresented groups such as girls, ethnic minorities, and students from low-income backgrounds.

Expected Results

• Improved attitudes toward science among approximately 2,000 students in grades 6–7.
• At least 100 science teachers trained from 50+ schools, with a focus on educators with less than 5 years of experience.
• Minimum 10% increase in teacher confidence and 5% increase in motivation to teach science.
• A small-scale research study will be conducted to measure changes in teacher motivation, confidence, and the use of innovative teaching methods.  
• Creation of science fairs, school visits to the JM plant, and a promotional campaign “Science for the Future” to further engage students and the wider community.
• Opportunities for JM employees to volunteer as speakers, science fair guests, or STEM role models.