Quantorium School inaugurated in Yakutsk
## Federal Project "Modern School" Transforms Yakutsk City School No. 13 with Quantorium
In a significant move towards modernising educational infrastructure and enhancing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) education, Yakutsk City School No. 13 has become home to a cutting-edge technology hub known as the Quantorium. This high-tech educational space is a part of the national project "Education" and the federal project "Modern School", aimed at improving the quality of education across Russia.
### A High-Tech Haven for Learning
Located within the school's infrastructure, the Quantorium is a network of technology parks designed to nurture technological skills and creative thinking among students. Equipped with advanced equipment such as 3D printers, robotics kits, virtual and augmented reality tools, and programming stations, the Quantorium offers a unique learning environment for students of different grades.
The curriculum at the Quantorium emphasises programming, robotics, microcontroller development, digital modelling, and other modern technologies, ensuring students receive a comprehensive education in the digital age. The dedicated teaching staff, specially trained to guide students through innovative projects and research, further enhances the learning experience.
### Bridging the Gap in Education
The Quantorium project at School No. 13 has several key objectives. Primarily, it aims to enhance STEM education in Yakutsk, preparing students for future technological careers. The project also seeks to develop practical skills in robotics, programming, and digital design, fostering innovation and problem-solving.
In addition, the Quantorium promotes digital literacy, increasing students’ familiarity with cutting-edge technologies and digital tools. It encourages creativity and research, supporting students in their projects and initiatives. Furthermore, the project aims to bridge regional educational gaps, providing advanced educational opportunities in Yakutsk, a remote region, to ensure equitable access to modern technology education.
### A Catalyst for Change
The impact of the Quantorium on School No. 13 and the wider community has been profound. Student engagement in technology-related activities and competitions has significantly increased, leading to improvements in academic performance, particularly in STEM subjects.
Students gain hands-on experience, improving technical competencies and developing soft skills such as teamwork and critical thinking. Early exposure to advanced technologies helps students choose future educational and career paths in engineering, IT, and science.
The Quantorium's community benefits extend beyond the school, with workshops and events often engaging parents, educators, and the local community, raising overall technological awareness. The project contributes to cultivating a new generation of innovators and tech-savvy youth in Yakutia, helping stimulate local economic and technological development.
### A Unified Direction
The inclusion of School No. 13 in the federal project "Modern School" is a testament to the school's commitment to modernising education. According to Deputy Head of Yakutsk, Vladimir Arjakov, this move demonstrates that the school's staff, parents, and students are moving in the right and united direction.
The project "School-SSUZ-production", which involves cooperation with various enterprises such as PJSC "Yakutskenergo", PJSC "YATEK", AO "Vodokanal", Yakutsk Industrial Technicum, and Yakutsk Communal-Building Technicum, further supports the school's efforts.
Deputy Head of the Education Department, Miroslav Afanasyev, expressed high expectations for School No. 13, hoping it will become one of the top schools in Yakutsk, the republic, and the Russian Federation. With the Quantorium in place, it seems that this goal is well within reach.
In this high-tech educational space, students are offered a unique learning environment focused on education-and-self-development, with a curriculum emphasizing programming, robotics, and digital modelling, aimed at fostering innovation and practical skills. The Quantorium, as part of the national project "Education" and the federal project "Modern School", seeks to bridge regional educational gaps and develop digital literacy, ensuring equitable access to modern technology education for Yakutsk's youth.
