The ENGAGE project (Project Number: 2024-1-IT02-KA220-SCH-000249540) has been co-funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA).
All partners participated in an online training meeting to analyze the current situation about the development of the 3 training courses for teachers, counsellors and families. The 3 courses will be available in September 2026. Partners also planned the production of guidelines for the implementation of the service learning approach at the school.
Szkoła Podstawowa im. Marii Wójcik w Krępcu is a primary / lower-secondary school for students aged 7-15 who follow general education course. The school takes part in educational programmes and has experience in Erasmus+ KA220 projects. More information on the associated partners is available here!
During the meeting of the DAI project held in Frankfurt on 3 March 2026, Lorenzo Martellini showed the brochure of the ENGAGE project! Project partners representatives involved in the meeting were interested in the project and expressed their willingness to be informed about its achievements. More information is available here
The Sainte Chrétienne school group (FR) welcomes primary and secondary school children and offers an educational approach that aims to develop the educational, social and personal skills of students. More info on the associated partners are available here!
“Miron Costin” High School, a public school founded 50 years ago, has all three levels of education: primary, secondary and high school. The spacious building includes 19 classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboards, flat screens, computers, video projectors and projection screens, 5 specialised laboratories, a rich library catering for all age groups and reading levels, a modern gym and a large auditorium. It is the place where about 50 well-prepared teachers and 1000 motivated students work together, striving to promote by everything they do the values of the institution: integrity, diligence, honour, self-discipline, respect and tolerance. More information on the project website are available here!
The Prevention Strategy Grid, developed within the framework in WP2, a vital tool designed to empower both teachers and parents in proactively addressing the subtle signs of student disengagement that can lead to implicit dropout. The grid is fully active and available here
The school in the village of German has a history of over 150 years and thousands of children have passed through its doors, taught to read and write by a host of teachers from the Bulgarian Renaissance. 84 OU "Vasil Levski" was established in 1881. It preserves the educational traditions and enlightened Bulgarian spirit, providing opportunities for better life realization for its students. More information on the Associated partners can be found here!
Istituto Comprensivo Frascati 1 is a comprehensive first-cycle school located in the town of Frascati (IT), serving a diverse community of approximately 1,400 learners from early childhood through primary and lower secondary levels. The institute is composed of seven campuses distributed across the territory, encompassing infant, primary and lower secondary education, including a music-oriented pathway at the secondary level. More information on new Associated Partners who have joined the project can be found here!
The student, referred to as MacGyver, is a 13-year-old boy diagnosed with Asperger syndrome. He has an above-average IQ and is good at English as he was born in Ireland. However, he exhibits signs of academic disengagement and an implicit risk of school dropout, which have been a cause of concern for teachers and parents. Keep reading on the website
Ileana is a 12-year-old girl navigating school life in the absence of her parents, who have been working abroad for the past two years. Raised now by her grandmother, Ileana lives in a household where material needs are met, but emotional presence is scarce. Though loved, she is not truly seen. The emotional gap left by her parents' departure has shaped not just her demeanor, but also her capacity to engage with school, friendships, and herself. Keep reading on the website
Beatrice, inspired by Dante Alighieri’s luminous guide in the Divine Comedy, symbolizes wisdom, kindness, and the power of empathy to lead others toward understanding. In this case study, Beatrice represents a student whose warmth, sociability, and quiet determination create harmony within her school community. Her name recalls Dante’s Beatrice — a presence of light and moral clarity — reflecting how care, inclusion, and gentle leadership can inspire both peers and teachers. Keep reading on the website
Antoine de Saint Exupéryis the title of one of the case studies analysing early signs of implicit school dropout and operative strategies to prevent the worsening of the situation. Antoine de Saint Exupéry has a low average, significantly below the class results. He was selected as a dropout student because he is required to have support. He does everything that is asked of him out of obligation. The educational team fears that he will give up if no support is offered to him. Learning Style (observations from the teaching staff, team analysis). He struggles with languages and mathematics. He expresses himself poorly orally. In writing, he is at a disadvantage, as he makes numerous syntax errors. Keep reading on the website.
Tom Saywer is the title of one of the case studies analysing early signs of implicit school dropout and operative strategies to prevent the worsening of the situation. Tom Sawyer is not very good student. He was a curious and imaginative child, always eager to explore places and to learn practical skills. He has difficulties in social relationships. He has poor emotional and behavior regulation. He doesn’t accept that at his age parents and teachers guide students.He has low motivation. He often do not want to go to school and his parent support his unwillingness. Keep reading on the website.
The case studies section is available on the project website. It contains a collection of case studies analysing early signs of implicit school dropout and operative strategies to prevent the worsening of the situation. Check it out now!!
Different Institutions and organisations are being contacted to join the project in order to contribute to the improvement of the project impact on their target groups and to ensure the project sustainability by continuing using the project deliverables in the next years. The associate partners of the READy project are organizations interested in sustainable development issues. All associated partners share the project objectives and are willing to contribute to their achievement. Find out more information on the involved associated partners..
Pixel organized the Second meeting of the European project entitled ENGAGE 11 - 13: A Holistic Approach to Preventing Student Disengagement which took place in Florence (IT) on 23 and 24 January 2025. During the meeting, WP1,2 and 5 activities were described (with a specific focus on Case Studies), next face-to-face meetings dates were identified. Project related documents, templates were presented, discussed and approved.
The ENGAGE project website is available on the Internet. The project website is the main tool to guarantee the dissemination of the project information and the sustainability of the project result. The project website is also an important support to the project management and facilitates partners' cooperation.
Pixel organized the kickoff meeting of the European project entitled ENGAGE 11 - 13: A Holistic Approach to Preventing Student Disengagement which took place online – using the Zoom web platform – on 12 November 2024. During the meeting, WP activities were described (with a specific focus on Case Studies), next face-to-face meetings dates were identified, project related documents (Memorandum of Understanding, Quality Plan and Dissemination Plan) were presented.
The ENGAGE project is funded, by the European Commission through the Italian National Agency for the Erasmus+ Programme with the aim to: