ITIQ Foundation celebrated the successful completion of the “Technology Clubs in Jerusalem Schools” project, an initiative designed to equip students with modern technology skills and strengthen their abilities in web programming, application development, and game development.
The closing ceremony, held at Hassani Al-Ashhab School, brought together prominent education and community representatives, led by Mr. Samir Jibril, Director of Education in Jerusalem, alongside representatives of the institutions supporting and participating in the project.
The ceremony featured the presentation of 12 creative student projects developed by participants from five different schools. The projects demonstrated the students’ growth in applying technology in practical, creative, and effective ways.
Students participating in the program were also recognized, with awards presented to the top five projects:
🏆 First Place: Al-Ummah School — Educational Game
🥈 Second Place: Jabal Al-Mukabber Mixed School — School Website
🥉 Third Place: Hassani Al-Ashhab School — E-commerce Store
🏅 Fourth Place: Al-Thawri Tech School — Educational Application
🏅 Fifth Place: Muslim Young Women’s School — School Website
The ceremony also included a panel discussion bringing together project partners, funders, teachers, and students to reflect on the challenges, achievements, and impact of the project in advancing technology education in Jerusalem schools.
The event concluded with the recognition of trainers, teachers, and school principals for their valuable contributions to the success of the project, along with certificates of appreciation presented to the supporting institutions.
Implemented over two years, the Technology Clubs Program reflects ITIQ Foundation’s ongoing commitment to developing the skills of Palestinian youth and providing them with the tools they need to navigate and shape the future of technology.
The project was implemented in partnership with the Jerusalem Directorate of Education and funded by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) under the Education Support Program in Jerusalem, funded by the Government of Norway.
