International Success of Giresun Students: Young Elites Shine on the Global Stage

Excellence in Digital Projects and the eTwinning Platform Students of TOBB Abacıbükü Primary School in Giresun, under the guidance of their teacher Nur Öztürk, achieved great success in an international project titled "From Design to Model, From Reality to Virtual World." This project, implemented on the European eTwinning platform, involved students from Bulgaria, Romania, and Italy [1]. These young talents successfully designed a "Digital Sister City" using Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technologies, which earned praise from European educational experts [1].

Simultaneously, students from Mustafa Yüksel Primary School in the Eynesil district demonstrated their skills in spatial awareness and digital mapping in a similar project involving 16 schools from different countries [4]. These activities reflect a shift in Giresun's educational approach toward technology production rather than mere consumption.

Victory in the International Robotics Olympiad Another pillar of success for the region's students has been excellence in the field of robotics. Robotics teams from Doğa Koleji in Giresun achieved top national and international rankings by participating in the Fibonacci International Robotics Olympiad [3]. These students proved their technical capabilities against strong global teams with advanced coding projects and functional robot designs.

Provincial Officials Honor the Elites In recognition of these valuable achievements, a grand ceremony was held on June 24 and 25, 2026, at the Çotanak Conference Hall. During the ceremony, Mustafa Koç, the Governor of Giresun, honored 125 students and 46 teachers who won awards in national and international science, technology, sports competitions, and TÜBİTAK projects during the 2025-2026 academic year [2].

In his speech, Governor Koç emphasized that these young people will be the architects of a "Great and Powerful Turkey" in the future. He noted that the successes achieved are the result of discipline, the dedication of teachers, and the unwavering support of families [2].

Future Outlook and Development of 21st-Century Skills The recent successes of Giresun students are not limited to winning medals; they demonstrate their mastery of 21st-century skills, including problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork in international environments [1]. With the continuous support of the Giresun Provincial Directorate of National Education and investment in technological infrastructure, this growth trend is expected to continue in the coming years, introducing more elites from this region to global technology and science markets [4].