Clubs

Clubs and Workshops at Hədəf STEAM Lyceum

Workshops are organized by the school and are conducted by designated teachers based on the interests and enthusiasm of students. They may be held on a paid or unpaid basis depending on the nature of the activity.

The main objective of organizing workshops is to:

• Create an environment for students to develop their existing potential

• Increase awareness in specific subject areas

• Broaden the knowledge and skills gained through academic programs

• Help students cultivate creativity and practical application abilities

Workshops are formed on a voluntary basis and may run for one or more academic years, depending on their purpose and content. They are open to students across primary, lower secondary, and upper secondary levels. While forming the groups, student interest, talent, and intellectual capacity are prioritized, regardless of class level. Each workshop must have a minimum of 8 students and a maximum of 15.

Workshop leaders are appointed or dismissed by the school principal.
Students who participate in sports-related workshops must provide a medical certificate confirming they are physically fit to participate.

The school leadership is responsible for ensuring the effective and meaningful implementation of all workshops. Overall supervision of club and workshop activities falls under the responsibility of one of the assistant principals.
Workshop success is evaluated based on student participation in relevant events such as exhibitions, competitions, tournaments, concerts, and olympiads.

In addition to workshops funded by the school’s budget, paid and volunteer-based workshops can also be organized, as long as they comply with the school’s standards.

Humans are social beings. The development of individuals and society depends on constructive interaction between the two. Psychologists and educators emphasize the importance of a rich social environment in the development of children and adolescents. Taking this into account, Hədəf Lyceum is committed to providing students with a vibrant and engaging social setting.

Objectives of Social Activities:

• To broaden students' interests and skills

• To encourage participation in cultural and sports fields

• To instill habits of teamwork and leadership to support students in their future careers

Based on:

• 10 years of experience working with students

• Recommendations from international education specialists

• Global best practices in secondary education

the Hədəf Lyceum Board has categorized its social activities into four main groups:

🏅 Sports:

Football, volleyball, basketball, table tennis, horseback riding, archery, Alpaqut

🧠 Intellectual:

Chess, coding, robotics, Russian language, English language, Math English

🎨 Creative:

Graphic design, sculpture, culinary arts, decorative applied arts, drawing

🎭 Arts:

Dance, piano, guitar, vocal & choir, saz

According to the Hədəf Concept, the following workshops are included in the yearly academic plan.
Chess, Logic, Drama, and Gymnastics workshops are part of the primary school timetable, with 1 hour allocated weekly.

✅ List of Workshops:

• Robotics

• Coding

• Chess*

• Football

• Volleyball

• Basketball

• Gymnastics/Rhythmics*

• Drawing

• Creativity

• Archery

• Graphic Design

• Culinary Arts

• Logic*

• Photography

• Vocal and Choir

• Table Tennis

• Sculpture

• Guitar

• Drama*

*Indicates subjects integrated into the academic timetable for primary levels.

All clubs and workshops are formed and regulated in cooperation with parents and the school administration, based on student needs and interest.

Operational Guidelines for Workshops Throughout the Year:

• Workshops officially begin on October 1, 2020

• They cover grades I–VIII

• The full list of workshops and class distribution must be submitted by the workshop coordinator to the assistant principal for student affairs by September 20

• Workshops are scheduled on four weekdays, covering the last lesson periods

• In the school timetable:

  • Primary grades attend workshops on Mondays and Tuesdays

  • Upper grades attend on Wednesdays and Fridays

• Students may:

  • Choose 2 workshops once per week, or

  • Choose 1 workshop twice per week

• Workshop teachers are appointed by the Executive Director

• Teachers must:

  • Keep a student list

  • Log topics covered in official workshop journals

• The workshop coordinator must assign rooms and classrooms in advance for each activity

• At the start of workshops, students are guided to the appropriate rooms by the coordinator and class teachers

• Paid workshops are registered with the school’s accounting department;
  workshop leaders must remind class teachers of payment deadlines

• For internal socialization, it is allowed to combine different classes or sections within the same workshop group