Fontys School of Life
'Our mission is to equip you with the practical tools and knowledge you need, to thrive in every aspect of your life.'
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Have you ever wondered why they don’t teach this in school? So have we! That’s why we’re introducing Fontys School of Life: a pioneering initiative within Fontys designed to equip students with practical life skills that go beyond books and classrooms.
Imagine managing your finances with confidence, having a positive outlook on life, and mastering the skills needed to ensure both physical and mental well-being. The School of Life will help you become a confident, capable, and resilient individual, ready for anything life throws your way!
School of what?
We aim to use life skills education to encourage conscious future choices and promote personal growth, not only within the curriculum but also beyond it, with the involvement of both staff and students. In doing so, we focus on developing essential life skills alongside academic knowledge.
The School of Life is a team established by Fontys to share our experiences and teach you about life skills in a fun and meaningful way. Because life’s too short to stress, we inject a hearty dose of humor into life skills education. You’ll discover that while life skills are serious business, learning them can be a laugh-out-loud adventure!
Want to know more? Send a email to r.rooding@fontys.nl
'Fontys School of Life goes beyond academic knowledge; it is about cultivating essential life skills. We believe in conscious choices and broad personal growth. Our goal is to create a positive social impact within the Fontys community and the cities where Fontys is present by organizing activities focused on personal growth and collaboration on life skills.'
Check out our initiatives and join us on an adventure!
Our agenda is filled with events hosted by our own ambassadors. Every event aligns with what we believe is important—things that aren't taught in school but that you should learn.
Pop- up Kitchen
Pop-up Kitchen is for Fontys community members eager to eat healthy, reduce food waste, and enhance their cooking skills. We offer budget-friendly, hands-on cooking experiences that promote social interaction and cultural exchange.
Through activities and workshops, we raise awareness about sustainable food practices by using leftovers and innovative technologies. By collaborating with caterers, restaurants, and educational institutions, we connect students, staff, and stakeholders, building a community focused on healthy, affordable, and sustainable food.
Project Comeback
Together with students from the Minor Embrace TEC, we are addressing the theme of mental health through the initiative Project Comeback.
Project Comeback, part of the Kikid foundation and founded by Barbara Barend, focuses on improving the mental and physical health of young people. Through a challenge, we invite students to develop technical solutions that can enhance the impact of the Project Comeback program.
Our ambassadors -->>Check them out!
Each of our ambassadors has their own reason to support Fontys School of Life. Additionally, some of them are also program makers! If you need assistance or want to tap into the expertise of our ambassadors, don't hesitate to ask them for help!
Arno Kiekels
Our success stories
Pop-up kitchen with Anne & Max Eindhoven
Nourish your cooking skills with our Pop-up Kitchen initiative, focusing on using leftovers or cooking on a limited budget! Together, we raise awareness about food waste while promoting healthy, affordable meals and social connection. Are you a student, teacher, or restaurant owner interested in joining a Pop-up Kitchen? Let us know! Check out the video of our latest edition in collaboration with restaurant Anne&Max in Eindhoven, where we cooked with students using leftovers from local restaurants.
Skill Swap Showdown
An exciting adventure where students share their skills and learn new ones from fellow students. In this program, students discover their unique talents, improve their communication skills, and build new abilities. Do you want more life skills in your curriculum? Let us know!
Fontys for Society Event
At the Fontys for Society Event, we had the opportunity to shine with an exhibition showcasing our semester projects, all centered around the theme of Making an Impact.
It was a fantastic experience to share our initiatives, and we engaged in some truly inspiring conversations along the way!
Four pillars: Head, Heart, Hands en Health.
Head
It’s all about boosting your leadership skills in how you think and act, getting you excited for personal growth. You’ll sharpen your critical thinking, problem-solving, and management skills, preparing you for an amazing journey in life.
Heart
We’re all about emotions—teaching you how to understand your own feelings and those of others, so you can stay calm in any situation. We focus on embracing diversity and mastering conflict resolution, aiming to create an environment where everyone feels included and happy.
Hands
Hands-on! In this track, you’ll master communication and leadership skills that would impress even a CEO. It’s all about becoming a thoughtful and active member of society. You’ll explore what drives you, refine your leadership abilities, and become a great team player, making you a standout in your field.
Health
Health is where we teach you how to kick stress to the curb and keep yourself physically and mentally fit. It’s all about your personal journey of discovery, focusing on living consciously and harmoniously with yourself. Students strive for a healthy lifestyle by mastering their emotions and managing personal boundaries like a pro.