Stichting Expertise Centrum Ervaringsgericht Onderwijs St. Maarten

Our organisation acts as a centre of expertise in Experiential Education, dedicated to fostering the academic, social, emotional, and physical development of children and youth through structured programs, school support, and international collaboration. Our aims include: • Promoting experiential and holistic education approaches. • Supporting children and young people, especially from deprived backgrounds, in building life skills and resilience. • Facilitating professional development and educational innovation in schools. Main activities: • Organising congresses, workshops, and training on Experiential Education. • Providing intensive supervision and pedagogical support to schools and teachers. • Delivering high-quality Afterschool programs in four neighborhoods, focusing on Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), academic support, and physical activities. • Coordinating the Healthy Schools and Healthy Communities initiative, including motor skill assessments (BLOC test), health education projects, and play area improvements. • Supporting youth (ages 12–18) in developing SEL competencies, media literacy, and creative expression (via storytelling, vlogs, theater, and podcasts). • Collaborating with universities and local partners to support implementation projects and teacher exchange programs. Target groups: • Children and youth aged 4–18, with a focus on vulnerable communities. • Schools and educators seeking to implement experiential and SEL-based education. • Young people aged