How the Partnership Was Formed
The T.R.I.P. partnership was created through the eTwinning platform and the Erasmus+ Gateway, where schools with shared interests in STEM education, gender equality, and international cooperation connected and agreed to collaborate.
After initial discussions, all partners formed a common communication group on WhatsApp to ensure fast and effective coordination. From the beginning, all institutions showed strong motivation, active engagement, and a shared commitment to the project theme “Women in Science and Technology”.
Each partner brings valuable experience from previous Erasmus+, eTwinning, STEM, and innovation-based projects, ensuring a strong foundation for cooperation.
Located in Istanbul, the largest and most vibrant city in Türkiye, Şehit Haki Aras Anatolian Girls High School is a modern educational institution dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and inclusion. The school serves over 700 students aged 12–18 and offers a wide range of facilities, including science laboratories, STEM classrooms, coding rooms, project workshops, a library, conference hall, sports facilities, and a boarding house for students from rural or disadvantaged backgrounds.
As a Science and Social Sciences Project School, it places a strong emphasis on scientific research, technology, and international collaboration. The school actively participates in Erasmus+ and eTwinning projects, encouraging students to develop their skills through teamwork, creativity, and intercultural exchange.
A special focus is placed on empowering girls in STEM fields. Through projects such as Talented Girls, students explore the achievements of women in science, technology, and literature while gaining confidence to pursue their own ambitions. The school also organizes Model United Nations (MUN) conferences, helping students improve their English language skills and engage with global issues.
Committed to equal opportunities in education, the school supports students from diverse social, economic, and cultural backgrounds, including immigrant students and those with fewer opportunities. Through academic guidance, psychological support, and international projects, the school aims to prepare young people to become active, responsible, and globally-minded citizens.
Turkey (Coordinator) -task and responsibilities
Technical College “Constantin Brâncuși” Petrila is one of the largest educational institutions in the Jiu Valley region of Romania, serving more than 1,500 students aged 3 to 19 under the guidance of over 100 dedicated teachers. Located in the town of Petrila, in the heart of Transylvania’s Carpathian Mountains, the school plays a vital role in a community that has faced significant economic and social challenges following the decline of the coal mining industry.
As the only high school in Petrila, the college offers students access to diverse educational pathways, including Mathematics and Informatics, Natural Sciences, Philology, Social Sciences, Electromechanics, Mechanics, Commerce, and Construction. The school is deeply committed to inclusion, providing educational opportunities for students with special educational needs and those facing social or economic disadvantages.
Innovation, technology, and hands-on learning are at the core of the school’s educational vision. Students actively participate in national and international projects, competitions, and STEM initiatives. The college has achieved remarkable success through its robotics team, WAFI, which qualified for the First Tech Challenge World Championship in Detroit, USA. Students have also participated in initiatives such as Tech for Girls, Meet and Code, Game Jams, and the regional FIRST STEAM Challenge, where they earned first place.
The school maintains strong partnerships with local organizations, including the Planeta Petrila Association, which transformed the former mining site into a modern innovation and robotics hub. These collaborations provide students with valuable opportunities to connect technology, creativity, and real-world problem-solving.
Through Erasmus+ projects and international cooperation, Technical College “Constantin Brâncuși” aims to inspire young people, strengthen digital and STEM competences, and prepare students to become active, innovative, and responsible citizens. By combining traditional educational values with modern technologies and experiential learning, the school empowers students to build successful futures despite the challenges of their environment.
Romania – task and responsibilities
Liceo Scientifico “Carlo Urbani” is a public secondary school located in San Giorgio a Cremano, near Naples, in southern Italy. The school serves approximately 745 students aged 14 to 19 and offers a diverse educational pathway through its Scientific, Applied Sciences, Linguistic, and Classical Studies programmes.
The school’s educational approach combines excellence in Mathematics, Science, Environmental Sustainability, Social Sciences, Information Technology, and Foreign Languages, including English, French, and Spanish. Its mission is to prepare students for higher education while developing the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Situated in an area facing social and economic challenges, including high unemployment rates and the risk of social exclusion, the school is strongly committed to providing equal opportunities for all learners. Erasmus+ projects play a crucial role in broadening students’ horizons, offering international experiences that many would otherwise be unable to access.
The school actively promotes gender equality and scientific awareness through initiatives such as the Women in Science events, which celebrate the achievements of female scientists and encourage young people to pursue STEM careers. Students also participate in prestigious scientific competitions such as the Archimede Games and innovative projects including Humanoid Robots for a Future World, demonstrating their strong interest in science and technology.
Committed to inclusion, innovation, and academic excellence, Liceo Scientifico “Carlo Urbani” encourages students to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, and responsible citizens. Through international cooperation, digital learning, and project-based activities, the school empowers young people to develop confidence, creativity, and the skills necessary for their future education and careers.
🇮🇹 Italy – task and responsibilities
is one of the region’s leading secondary schools, renowned for its academic excellence and strong European outlook. Founded in 1949, the school currently serves approximately 475 students aged 15 to 19 and is supported by a dedicated team of teachers, educational specialists, and administrative staff. The school is committed to providing high-quality education while fostering values such as ambition, perseverance, responsibility, and respect for diversity. Its students regularly achieve outstanding results in national olympiads and subject competitions, reflecting the school’s long-standing tradition of academic success. For more than three decades, the school has actively participated in international cooperation programmes, including Comenius and Erasmus+, promoting intercultural dialogue and European citizenship. As a strong advocate of a united and inclusive Europe, the school encourages students to develop global perspectives and engage in meaningful international partnerships. A particular strength of the school is its commitment to increasing the participation of girls in science and technology. As a Microsoft Showcase School, it became involved in initiatives promoting women in STEM and artificial intelligence. Following participation in the international AI Bootcamp *Alice Envisions the Future* in Athens, students and teachers launched the innovative project *Informatics on High Heels*, organizing STEM workshops and artificial intelligence events aimed at empowering girls and women of all ages. The project achieved national recognition, earning second place in the prestigious Polish social innovation competition *Zwolnieni z Teorii*. Guided by the belief that “Science is a Woman,” the school continues to promote gender equality, digital skills, and technological innovation. Dedicated to inclusion and equal opportunities, the school supports students from diverse social and educational backgrounds, including those with special educational needs and exceptionally talented learners. Through a combination of academic excellence, international cooperation, and innovative STEM education, the school prepares young people to become confident, responsible, and active citizens of modern Europe.
🇵🇱 Poland – task and responsibilities