High school in Leskovac celebrates 140 years of operation

March 12, 2026

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Technical School "Rade Metalac" in Leskovac celebrates 140 years of operation.
The school has over 1,000 students and leads in modernizing teaching and adapting to economic needs.
It has a history of innovation, with students' inventions filling science parks and equipping other schools.
The school participates in a dual education system and has a student cooperative to prepare students for future careers.
A "Makers Lab" fosters creativity in electrotechnics and mechanics, recently acquiring a robotic arm for student projects and competitions.
There is significant student interest in traffic-related fields, with plans for a new vehicle for training and a traditional "Prom without cars" campaign promoting responsible driving.
The anniversary celebration includes competitions, lectures, concerts, and presentations to showcase attractive professions to younger students.
The school aims to connect education, science, and industry, mirroring global standards.
Teachers are motivated to modernize teaching and create teaching aids and models to improve student results.
A group of students is preparing two projects for the "Galaksija kup" finals, a republican competition for electrical engineering schools.

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