HPAIR · YEARS 10–13
Real problem. Real people. Real solution.
Teams choose a genuine issue from their school or community, learn directly from the people affected, test a practical response and present it to adults who can help take it forward.
DATES
1–5 February 2027
LOCATION
Kings’ School Al Barsha
ELIGIBILITY
Years 10–13
DURATION
5 consecutive campus days
WHAT STUDENTS CREATE
A locally grounded problem statement backed by real voices
Evidence from interviews, surveys and observation
A solution tested with real users and improved through feedback
A public pitch, 30-day action plan and global challenge entry
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
DAY 1
SYSTEMS AND EMPATHY
Use Five Whys and a Problem Tree
Form teams around locally relevant issues
Interview staff and students across the school
Build a Wall of Voices from what people actually said
LEAVES WITH
A one-sentence problem statement supported by real voices
DAY 2
RESEARCH
Run surveys, observation and desk research
Map stakeholders, influence and missing voices
Question a guest practitioner
Turn findings into an Insight Board
Three evidence-backed insights
DAY 3
MAKING
Use How Might We and rapid ideation
Compare ideas by impact and feasibility
Complete a Solution Canvas and simple budget
Build a prototype others can react to
A tangible prototype and one-page budget
DAY 4
USER FEEDBACK
Create a test protocol
Test with ten real users
Make three evidence-led improvements
Build and rehearse the five-part pitch
A test log, three changes and first complete pitch
DAY 5
PUBLIC ACTION
Join pitch-coaching clinics
Complete a dress rehearsal
Present to teachers, parents and a community leader
Commit to the next 30 days
A public pitch, recognition and 30-day action card
BEYOND THE CORE SCHEDULE
The school helps localize the issue shortlist before Day 1. Possible themes include climate resilience, food waste, youth wellbeing, inclusion, accessibility, digital wellbeing and the dignity of support staff.
Every day ends with something made
Research and testing happen with real people on campus
The final showcase focuses on the work, not only the certificate
The project can complement service learning, leadership and wellbeing initiatives
MENTORSHIP
Dr Jojo brings experience in leadership, organizational psychology, human-centered design and executive coaching, guiding teams from community insight to practical action.
PROGRAM DETAILS
USD 650 per student
Certificate of Participation from HPAIR