Pico Kids

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PICO Kids is a Jerusalem-based organization that engages youth in STEEM (Science Technology Engineering Entrepreneurship & Math) education through hands-on, values-based learning. The programs and partnerships are designed to develop a sense of wonder and propensity for action, inspiring and nurturing the next generation of leaders to be problem-solvers who can face immense challenges with optimism and resilience. PICO Kids engages students from first grade through high school, in both in-school and after-school settings, across Jerusalem schools and neighborhoods from diverse economic, social, and religious communities.

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Dec 19, 2022 · www.jpost.com

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A historic mission: Israeli youth visit Bahrain to combat water scarcity

The article discusses the success of the Abraham Accords and the importance of creating meaningful relationships. It highlights the role of youth ambassadors in promoting understanding and mutual respect. The founder of PICO Kids Ambassadors, an organization based in Jerusalem, shares their experience in fostering cultural exchange between Jerusalem youth and other parts of the world. The article mentions a recent mission of 18 young Jerusalemites to Bahrain, emphasizing the potential for lasting regional and global benefits in the Israel-Bahrain relationship. The mission aims to address mutual challenges, particularly water scarcity, through collaborative workshops between Israeli and Bahraini youth. The article emphasizes the belief that these collaborations are key to a better future. The writer is the founder of PICO Kids and the managing partner of PICO Venture Partners.

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Jun 7, 2022 · www.pc.co.il

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הדור הצעיר חושב על המחר: פיקו קידס במייקאתון אופנה מיוחד -

פיקו קידס במייקאתון אופנה מיוחד עם ילדי כיתות ג-י מירושלים יצרו פתרונות ירוקים לתעשיית האופנה על מנת להפחית את הזיהום. המייקאתון התקיים במטרה לתת פתרונות לאתגרים שעומדים בפני התעשייה. פיקו קידס הוקמה בשנת 2012 ומטרתה לחזק את החינוך בתחומי המדע, הטכנולוגיה, היזמות והמנהיגות בקרב ילדים ובני נוער ירושלמים.

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Dec 26, 2021 · www.jpost.com

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PICO Kids: Inspiring Jerusalem’s next generation

PICO Kids, an organization based in Jerusalem, is helping children and teens develop skills in technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The flagship program, now in its eighth year, offers a variety of areas for skill development including 3D printing, coding, photography, and graphic design. The PICO Ambassadors program recently saw a delegation of 16 Jerusalem teens visit Dubai for a makeathon with Dubai high schoolers, where they worked together to solve the shared regional issue of water scarcity. The program has had a significant impact on the lives of the participants, helping them gain confidence, improve their public speaking skills, and prepare for their future careers.

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Apr 2, 2020 · www.jpost.com

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Jerusalem kids tackle lockdown challenges in ‘corona-hackathon’

Jerusalem-based nonprofit PICO Kids organized the PICOrona Makeathon, a virtual event where children came up with innovative ideas to address challenges during the coronavirus crisis. The event aimed to fight the isolation of the elderly and tackle other issues such as fake news, indoor physical activity, and education outside classrooms. PICO Kids, established in 2012, runs programs for schoolchildren in Jerusalem, focusing on STEM education and soft skills. The organization quickly adapted to the pandemic by providing science kits and organizing online teams with mentors. The Makeathon projects will be showcased on the organizations website, fostering a sense of community and intergenerational connection. PICO Kids also offers educational lectures and scientific experiments for children at home.

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