As an inspiring and impactful educator, I strive to innovate—not only in the classroom but also in shaping my students’ social awareness and future vision. Education, to me, goes beyond knowledge transfer; it is about building character, purpose, and a commitment to creating change. From this passion, along with my involvement in the Jordanian Chemical Society, the idea of "The Chemical Bus" was born, launched under the motto: "Spark Day."
This initiative reflects a deep commitment to community service, creativity, and sustainability. I lead teams of university students on outreach visits to underprivileged schools, hospitals, and health centers to conduct interactive, eco-friendly chemistry experiments. What makes this experience unique is its environmental consciousness—no hazardous materials are used, making all experiments safe, accessible, and engaging.
The project serves two key goals. First, it instills in students values of giving, empathy, and social responsibility, encouraging teamwork and active community involvement. Second, it helps them develop essential soft skills, including communication, leadership, and the ability to simplify complex scientific ideas for young audiences through playful, hands-on learning.
Each visit becomes a transformative experience. Students return feeling fulfilled and empowered, having made a visible impact. For the children, the experience is just as powerful—they discover science in an exciting, fun, and memorable way. These moments spark curiosity, boost confidence, and ignite a lifelong interest in learning.
Sukaina Bint Al-Hussein School, Ain Al-Basha
This visit included a range of educational and recreational activities designed to engage students, most notably eco-friendly scientific experiments from the fields of basic and pharmaceutical sciences. The Chemical Bus team conducted live demonstrations and clearly explained the scientific and practical aspects of each experiment. The initiative received enthusiastic participation from students and educators, promoting scientific curiosity, hands-on learning, and meaningful knowledge-sharing within the school community.
Change Day 1 – Al-Bashir Hospitals
Faculty members and students from multiple faculties at Al-Ahliyya Amman University took part in Change Day 1, held at Al-Bashir Hospitals in collaboration with the Emergency and Trauma Hospital, under the slogan: “The Patient’s Voice is the Foundation of Care.”
The initiative aimed to provide moral and emotional support to medical staff, patients, and their families. A series of eco-friendly chemistry experiments presented by university students brought excitement and joy to children, who actively participated with great enthusiasm. The day was filled with interactive learning, emotional moments, and lasting memories.
Change Day 2 – Princess Iman Research and Laboratory Sciences Center in Royal Medical Services
The day begins with our engaging eco-friendly experiments. The impact was deeply moving children, some of whom left their hospital beds eagerly joined the activities to learn, play, and interact. The joy on their faces reflected the success of the initiative. Gifts were distributed, and the event was filled with national songs and heartfelt moments of happiness, making it a truly memorable experience for both the children and their families.
Across every initiative, The Chemical Bus reflects my core teaching philosophy: to educate with purpose, connect through compassion, and empower future leaders through innovation. These experiences extend beyond science, they create lasting human impact.
