🔍 Understanding Before Solving: The Power of Context Researching at Makerthon 🌱💡

At Makerthon, every great idea starts with understanding the world around us. That’s why one of the first, and most important, phases in the Design Thinking process is Context Researching. 🙋‍♂️🌐

Before jumping into solutions, our students take a deep dive into the real-life situations, environments, and communities affected by the challenge at hand. Whether it’s learning about the biodiversity of mangroves, the needs of a local population, or the science behind environmental change, this phase is all about empathy and awareness. 🌴💡

Through interviews, field visits, expert talks, and independent exploration, students gather valuable insights that help them frame their problem accurately and responsibly. It’s not just research, it’s the foundation that ensures their projects are relevant, meaningful, and impactful. 🕊️

Context Researching reminds us that innovation is not just about building something new, it’s about building something that matters. 🌎✨

#MakerthonAIS #ContextResearching #DesignThinking #EmpathyInAction #AltamiraInnovates #FutureChangemakers #LearningWithPurpose

🌎✨ Sembrando conciencia, cultivando futuro 💡🔜

En el Encuentro Ciudades Educadoras: Infancia y Sostenibilidad, recibimos a ponentes nacionales e internacionales para dialogar y compartir proyectos que buscan proteger nuestros ecosistemas y fomentar acciones sostenibles desde las escuelas. 🍀🪴

Reafirmamos nuestro compromiso de educar más allá de lo académico, formando ciudadanos responsables, conscientes y comprometidos con el futuro de nuestro planeta. 🌱📚

#SostenibilidadEnLaEducación #EducandoParaElFuturo #CiudadanosGlobales #ComunidadAIS

👾🎯 Celebrating the Joy of Childhood! 🧒👶

Our Pre-Primary students had an unforgettable Children’s Day filled with laughter, adventure, and endless fun! 🎉 They rode scooters and skateboards, enjoyed colorful face paintings, and took on exciting physical challenges. Every smile was a reminder of the magic of being a child! ✨💛

At Altamira, we believe that childhood is a time to dream, discover, and grow. 🌟 That’s why we create experiences that spark imagination and joy because we know that when children are happy, they’re inspired to learn, explore, and build a brighter future. 🛴🎨🌈

#HappyChildrensDay #AISLife #YoungExplorers #JoyOfChildhood #Happiness

🦈 Sharks on the Move! ⚽️ 🏐

Our Girls’ Soccer and Volleyball teams have been proudly representing Altamira at the Copa San José, and tomorrow they play their final matches! Let’s show them all the Shark spirit and support as they give it their all on the court and the field. 🏆 🏅

We are so proud of these girls for all their efforts and dedication to sports! ❤️ 🎊

🌿🌊 Step by Step: How to make a Makerthon! 🌴

As preparation for this innovative and intense challenge, our 7th and 8th graders took their journey into the field with a visit to Fundación Batis. There, they explored the wonders of mangrove ecosystems, learning firsthand how to plant, care for, and protect these vital environments. 🐚🌊

This hands-on experience sparked curiosity and deepened their understanding—fuel for the innovative solutions they’ll soon bring to life. 🌟

#AISMakerthon #HandsOnLearning #InnovationCenter #LearningWithNature

✨A meaningful milestone in faith and community! 🙏

During the month of April, a select group of our 8th, 9th, and 10th-grade students received the sacrament of Confirmación at Iglesia Torcoroma, surrounded by family, friends, and teachers. This special moment marks a deeper step in their spiritual journey, guided by values, reflection, and unity. 🤍⛪️

In Altamira, faith is more than just a tradition, it’s a pillar that nurtures empathy, responsibility and compassion. We are proud to walk alongside our students as they grow not only academically, but also spiritually, fostering a community rooted in love, respect, and meaningful connections. 🙌🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒

#ConfirmationDay #FaithJourney #AISCommunity #AltamiraValues