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Report on the 3rd  English Language Competition at Avicenna High School  Avicenna International College proudly hosted the 2nd round (oral finals) of its annual English Language Competition on 24 March, welcoming 60 talented Grade 7 and 8 students from approximately 10 Budapest-based schools. The event took place on the college campus, providing a vibrant and engaging atmosphere for participants, their teachers, and families alike. This prestigious competition, now in its third year, has grown significantly in both size and reputation. The first round, held earlier this academic year, was a written test assessing students' grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, [...]

New AI-powered Resource Book for Teachers by Avicenna Publications April, 2025 Dr. Kornél Farkas (Course and Materials Developer at AIC) has announced the publication of AI Tools and Image-based Discussion Tasks – a hands-on resource book packed with adaptable, discussion-centered activities for learners of English and other foreign languages. The content of the book invites students to collaborate in pairs or groups, using images and structured prompts to spark meaningful conversations and build essential 21st-century skills like critical thinking, collaboration, and AI/digital literacy. With thematically organized tasks and accessible guides, the book helps both teachers and students in [...]

AIC/AISAC management visit to ZalaZone 13. March 2025 Based on the invitation of ZalaZone management Dr. MirzaHosseini Shahrokh, President and Mr. János Kovács International Director of AIC/AISAC visited the one of a kind in Hungary industrial area near the city of Zalaegerszeg, on March 13, 2025. During the visit the AIC/AISAC officials had the privilege to meet Dr. László Palkovics, former Minister and recently appointed Government Commissioner for AI. After the in depth introductory presentation of Dr. Palkovics, the opportunities for the use of AI in education was discussed, followed by a visit to the local branch of the [...]

Grade 10 Physics Science Fair  March 19, 2025 In teaching and training, practical work plays a crucial role—especially in subjects like Physics. As a Physics teacher, I find it essential to guide students through the steps of scientific investigation in real-world contexts. That’s why I organized a Science Fair for my Grade 10 students, focusing on the themes of Optics and Electricity, two key topics they are exploring this academic year. I introduced the idea in November, starting with sessions in the computer lab to teach students how to research scientific topics effectively and select one they were [...]

Italian Erasmus Students Experience Learning and Culture at Avicenna High School From March 10-15, Avicenna High School had the pleasure of welcoming 12 students from Nocera Umbra, Italy, for a week-long Erasmus mobility filled with academic engagement and cultural exploration. This initiative aimed to strengthen international connections, foster intercultural understanding, and provide students with a truly immersive experience.Each morning, our Italian guests joined lessons and interactive workshops, gaining insight into our school’s dynamic and international learning environment. They actively participated in classroom discussions, collaborated with Avicenna students, and experienced different teaching methodologies.The afternoons were dedicated to exploring Budapest’s rich history and [...]

Echoes of Liberty: G10 Students Bring 1848 Hungarian Revolution to Life! A wave of patriotic fervor swept through the school hall as the G10 students delivered a powerful and moving presentation on the Hungarian Revolution of March 15, 1848. With meticulous attention to detail through repeated rehearsals and a clear passion for their subject, the students brought the historical events to life, captivating the entire school. The presentation wasn't simply a dry recitation of facts. Instead, it was a dynamic and engaging performance that transported the audience back to the streets of Pest in 1848. Students took on [...]

AIC Celebrates World Kidney Day with Inspiring Talks and a New Initiative To mark World Kidney Day (WKD), Avicenna International College (AIC) hosted a special event focused on kidney health and education. Students had the opportunity to listen to Dr. László Rosivall, Professor Emeritus of Semmelweis University and founder of the Hungarian Kidney Foundation. In his engaging presentation, Dr. Rosivall highlighted key discoveries in contemporary kidney research and shared a personal story about how he proposed the idea of WKD to the International Society of Nephrology, making this global awareness day a reality.Following his talk, AIC President Dr. Shahrokh MirzaHosseini took [...]

Workshop & Competition: AI & Financially Smart Sustainable Cities March 6, 2025 Organized by the Mathematics Subject Group On March 6, 2025, Avicenna International College proudly hosted an engaging and educational Money Week event focusing on AI & Financially Smart Sustainable Cities. The event was organized by Ms. Hanieh Rezaei and Ms. Zsuzsanna Bozai, bringing together students from all high school grades to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, finance, and urban sustainability. The day commenced with a thought-provoking workshop led by Ms. Hanieh Rezaei, who introduced students to the concept of smart cities, showcasing how AI is [...]

Turkish Erasmus students at AIC 24-28 February 2025 On February 24-28 the Avicenna community received a Turkish Erasmus group of 9 students from 3 different schools and cities: Gaziantep, Kilis and Sanliurfa. They were accompanied by 3 lead teachers, one from each school. The students were specially picked and prepared by their schools and they had a memorable and a great time at Avicenna despite spending only 5 days with us. They participated in a contemporary art workshop with Eszter and in a Hungarian cultural workshop with Erika who also speaks Turkish so she could engage them at an [...]

Spanish and Turkish Erasmus students at AIC17-21 February 2025 This week from 17 to 21 February marked the return of Erasmus groups to Avicenna after the long winter break. We were delighted to welcome a group of Spanish adult students from near Madrid from a partner language school Escuela Oficial de Idiomas de Rivas-Arganda who sent students to us for the 3rd time. We were also delighted to welcome students from the Turkish Kilis region, it was the 2nd time we received students from them.This busy and equally action packed week was designed the way that both visiting Erasmus groups could [...]