Article published 25 February 2026
An Exhibition and Celebration of MYP 5 Students’ Dedication, Creativity, and Innovation, 6th March 2026
The Personal Project Exhibition 2026 is a testament to the dedication, creativity, and innovation of our MYP 5 students at the International School of Älmhult. This annual event showcases the remarkable journey of our final-year students as they explore their passions, develop essential skills, and bring their ideas to life.
Each student will have a dedicated exhibition space where they will present and explain their projects. This is a wonderful opportunity to witness their creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills in action.
Date: 6th March 2026
Venue: International School of Älmhult
Time: 16:00–17:30
We invite parents, students, teachers, and the wider community to celebrate our students' hard work and dedication. Come and be inspired by the next generation of thinkers, creators, and innovators!
Innovative and Passion-Driven Projects
This year’s projects span a diverse range of disciplines, reflecting students' interests, career aspirations, and commitment to thinking outside the box. A common theme among all projects is the students’ passion for their chosen topics. Here are some inspiring examples:
Sustainability, Design & Innovation
- Business Proposal on Self-Sustainability
- Sustainable Architecture: Designing for the Future
- Compact Living in a Student Home
- Low-Budget Sustainable Drone for Lightweight Transport
- Donut-Themed Architecture: Playful Concepts in Structural Design
- Mini-Scale Rocket Design and Testing
Creative Arts, Culture & Design
- Designing and Sewing a Custom Outfit
- Representing Cultures Through Interior Design
- Character Design for The Gang
- Storytelling Through Pop-Up Art
- The World in the Classroom: 12 Recipes from 12 Countries
- Podcast Series: Exploring Food from Different Cultures
Psychology, Research & Human Behavior
- The Connection Between Dopamine and Distraction
- Happy vs. Sad Thinking: A Study on Contrasting Mindsets
- Developing Entrepreneurial Thinking in Teenagers
- The Scarlet Phantom: A Criminal Psychology Case Study
Apps, Websites & Digital Projects
- Fitness App Designed by a Teen for Teens
- StoryStack: A Website to Help Readers Discover What to Read Next
- Balanced Lifestyle for Teens – Informational Website
- Developing Financial Literacy for Teenagers – Interactive Website
Fitness, Sports & Health
- Lifting Knowledge: A Beginner’s Guide to Fitness
- Workout Series for Teen Beginners
- Investigation into Hockey Training Methods
- Science-Based Hockey Training Guide
STEM & Technical Learning - Comprehensive Student Handbook on Aviation Basics
What is the Personal Project?
The Personal Project is a student-centered, independent research project where MYP 5 students delve into an area of personal interest over an extended period. This capstone experience allows students to consolidate their learning and develop skills crucial for their future education and life beyond the classroom. It fosters confidence, critical thinking, and lifelong learning while reinforcing MYP core concepts such as international-mindedness, communication, and reflection. Additionally, students enhance essential skills like time management, research, and problem-solving.
The journey to completion is both challenging and rewarding. Students navigate the process by engaging in thoughtful planning, reflective learning, and consistent documentation in their Personal Project reports. The project consists of three key components:
- Product or Outcome – A tangible or intangible result demonstrating what the student aimed to achieve or create.
- Process Journal – A record of ideas, criteria, developments, challenges, research, possible solutions, and progress.
- Report – A structured account of the project, its impact, and achievements, including a bibliography and evidence from the process journal. Reports are initially moderated by teachers at ISÄ and later reviewed by external IB examiners who award final grades.