I Can School Challenge

Step 1 FEEL

List the challenges or problems in your surroundings (school,neighbourhood etc.) that bothered you.

A lot of students forget to drink enough water during school, which makes them feel tired, unfocused, and sometimes get headaches.

State the problem chosen to work and why.

We chose to help students track their daily water intake because staying hydrated improves alertness, focus, and overall health.

Who were the people affected by the problem? What were their primary concerns?

Middle school students were affected. Their main concerns were low energy, difficulty concentrating in class, and forgetfulness in drinking water.

Step 2 IMAGINE

List ALL the different solutions you came up with.

Middle school students were affected. Their main concerns were low energy, difficulty concentrating in class, and forgetfulness in drinking water.

Which solution from those listed above did you choose to implement and why?

We chose to implement a digital water-tracking app, HydraTrack, because it is easy to use, allows fast logging of drinks, sends smart reminders, and shows statistics that motivate students to drink more water.

Step 3DO

Describe very briefly the process of implementing your solution(s).

1. Introduced HydraTrack to participating students. 2. Explained how to log drinks and use the app features. 3. Students used the app on their own for several days. 4. Collected feedback using a Google Form. 5. Reviewed feedback and made improvements to the app.

What was the result or impact of your project?

HydraTrack helped students increase their daily water intake. Most students reported feeling more awake, focused, and able to concentrate better during class.

How many people were impacted by your solution(s)?

300

What did the impacted people have to say about your project? Provide 2 quotes or testimonials:

• “The reminders helped me remember to drink water, even on busy days.” • “Seeing my daily progress made me want to drink more water.”

What challenges did you encounter while implementing your project, and how did you overcome them?

Some students forgot to log drinks at first We added faster logging and smart notifications.

How long did it take to implement your solution?

15-30 Days

Which global goals does your story align with?

Good health and well being

Please explain briefly why do you think so?

Our project aligns with SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being because it promotes healthy hydration habits, which improve energy, focus, and overall wellness for students.

Step 4 SHARE

How did you share your project with your school and community? Who did you share your project with? What was their response?

We presented HydraTrack to our school community, including classmates and teachers, through a live demonstration. Students were encouraged to try the app, and they responded positively, saying it helped them drink more water.

Approximately how many people did you share your story of change with?

More than 100

Briefly share your plan to sustain the impact of your project?

• Continue updating HydraTrack based on feedback. • Encourage teachers to recommend the app in class. • Promote daily use through school wellness programs and announcements.

STORY PREVIEW

HydraTrack

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