Over the course of the pilot, Star for Life will implement our flagship Holistic School Program at two primary schools in the greater Skopje area, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,160 students in grades 1 to 9, and 130 staff. The pilot project will engage all school staff while specifically targeting students in grades 4 to 6 (ages 10-12).

The Star for Life Holistic School Program is a preventive, evidence-based social-emotional learning initiative designed to strengthen students’ psychosocial well-being, motivation, and academic performance. At the same time, it fosters inclusive learning environments characterized by respectful relationships, active participation, and authentic collaboration.

The program is aligned with the guiding documents and overarching objectives of the national education system. Its methodology is grounded in the principles of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, with particular emphasis on Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being), Goal 4 (Quality Education), Goal 10 (Reduced Inequalities), and Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).