In the last weeks, the 10th-grade pupils have been working on an intensive course in art history.
During their daily two-hour lessons, the teacher guided them through the epochs from the Stone Age to the Renaissance. Based on the lessons, the pupils created their own textbooks with personal texts, drawings, and notes – a valuable activity to internalize the content.

As a finishing activity, the course included practical projects:
The pupils applied what they had learned in their own works, using methods ranging from classical techniques to digital tools.
The choice of materials and techniques was as diverse as the epochs themselves:
The following exhibition featured interpretations from all eras of art history, made from clay works, drawings, embroidery, collages, Lego constructions, and digital Minecraft creations.
To give an impression of artworks and exhibition pieces from the 10th grade, they have been published in the album 2026_10_kunsthistorie.

Why this approach?
The theoretical lessons in the daily morning hours establish a solid knowledge base. The practical implementation allows pupils to actively apply and creatively deepen what they have learned – a valuable addition that connects theory and practice. Each course concludes with a test on the topic. The assessment includes the test, the self-created textbook, and the project work.

Replica of a historical artwork by Didrik (10th grade)
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#StudentProjects #Skole #Kunsthistorie #Skoleprosjekt #Læringsglede #KreativUtdanning #PraktiskArbeid #Ungdomstrinn #Stavanger

This week, our pupils in the beekeeping group were busy:
Under their teacher’s guidance, they melted wax sheets onto new frames to prepare the brood chambers of the beehives. This work is an important step in providing the bees an optimal home.

Additionally, they inspect the hives weekly to detect swarming tendencies early—this way, they can take timely action and ensure a safe environment for the bees.

🐝 Why is this important?
The pupils learn that melting wax is a traditional method to make it easier for bees to build combs.
The teacher explains:
- Bees save energy because they don’t have to build everything from scratch.
- The quality of the combs improves, leading to stronger colonies and better honey production.

With this preparation, our bees are well-equipped for the coming weeks—and the pupils know exactly what matters! 🐝

A wooden frame with wax foundation, ready for the beehive, with other frames and hive boxes in the background.

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Suddenly, you spot a dense swarm of bees—on a tree, a gutter, or even a bicycle. No need to worry—this is a natural phenomenon!
Our pupils in the beekeeping group also learn how to react safely in such situations.

🐝 Bee swarms are typically calm because:
- They have no hive or brood to defend.
- They’re loaded with honey—their food supply for starting anew.
- They’re focused on finding a new home.
- They’ll usually move on within 1–3 days.

📌 What You Should Do:
✅ Stay calm – Avoid sudden movements that might startle the bees.
✅ Keep your distance – Don’t swat, blow, or spray water at them.
✅ Don’t touch them – Even if they seem peaceful, they may sting if threatened.
✅ Call an expert – Contact local beekeepers or the fire department (many regions handle bee swarms).

📞 Key Info for Beekeepers or Firefighters:
- Where is the swarm? (e.g., height, type of tree, wall)
- How big is it? (Football-sized? Larger?)
- Is access possible with a ladder?
- How long has the swarm been there?

🐝 Good luck, and happy bee-watching! 🐝

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Film and Video in school - Creativity and Craftsmanship Behind the Camera:
In VG1/VG3, students take a four-week course in film and video, where they learn not only the basics of film production but also collaborate on a screenplay and experience all stages of filmmaking.

Camera setups:
Students explore how angles, perspectives, and movements shape a film’s narrative.
Storyboard:
The visual blueprint of the film is created here. A good storyboard acts like a comic, helping to sketch scenes, plan camera movements, and design the rhythmic flow of the story.
Set design (Scenografi):
Students learn how lighting, colors, and props bring a scene to life and enhance the film’s atmosphere.
Props:
Even small objects can deepen characters and plots—from an old book to a modern smartphone.
Directing:
Students practice guiding actors, coordinating scenes, and leading the creative process to bring the film’s vision to life.
Acting:
In front of the camera, authenticity and expression are key. Body language, facial expressions, and voice breathe life into characters and convey emotions to the audience.

The course culminates in the production of their own film exercise, where all these elements come together. Students also create a documentary project linked to film history—a creative and reflective way to engage with the medium.

Students editing their film projects from raw footage to final cut.

#FilmEducation #VideoProduction #MediaStudies #CreativeLearning #HandsOnFilmmaking #StudentFilmmakers #FilmHistory #VideregåendeSkole #Stavanger #FilmOgVideo #Mediefag #Skolevalg

Whether you apply trigonometry in land surveying, hand-bind books, or delve into Gothic literature: At Steinerskolen Stavanger VGS, theory and craftsmanship merge in a unique way.

Here, students explore landmåling, blacksmithing, bookbinding, film/video, and entrepreneurial projects.
The classic core subjects—Norwegian, Mathematics, English, German, and Natural Sciences—provide the solid foundation for these creative and hands-on endeavors.
The school offers specialized study programs, preparing students for careers in crafts, arts, or further education at universities (with subject-specific access).

»Synes det var bra for meg å gå på videregående fordi vi hadde engasjerte lærere, et generelt godt læringsmiljø, og følte jeg lærte ‘hele bildet’ istedenfor kun ensidig teori. Lærdommen fra videregående har definitivt hjulpet meg både videre i arbeidslivet og med universitetsstudier. Det aller viktigste var at jeg følte at det enkelte individet sto i sentrum gjennom utdanningen.«
(«I found it beneficial to attend upper secondary because we had engaged teachers, a generally good learning environment, and I felt I learned the bigger picture rather than just one-sided theory. The knowledge from upper secondary has definitely helped me in both my career and university studies. Most importantly, I felt that the individual was at the center of the education.») (Quote from a former student)

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When the hive becomes too crowded, the colony prepares to divide—a natural reproductive process that ensures the genetic diversity of honeybees.

1️Swarm mood:
Weeks beforehand, the bees get restless: they start building queen cells. Regular hive inspections help the beekeeper recognize this phase. Our students in the beekeeping group, under the guidance of the school’s beekeeper (a teacher), get to examine the hives and learn to interpret the signs.

2 The departure:
On warm, calm days, about half the colony leaves with the old queen—a breathtaking natural spectacle that showcases the vitality of the bee colony.

3️ The bee cluster:
The swarm gathers in a dense cluster near the original hive. Here, the bees rest while scouts decide on a new nesting site.

4️ Democratic house hunting:
Scout bees explore potential new homes. Through their famous waggle dances, they present their findings, which are then verified and either confirmed or rejected by the others.

5️ Moving into the new home:
Once a consensus is reached, the swarm moves into its new home. The bees immediately begin building comb, and life in the new hive gets underway.

The swarming season is a special phase in the bees’ annual cycle, which our pupils in the beekeeping group experience firsthand with great enthusiasm and curiosity.