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       As part of the eTwinning project "SEL Wiz: Hocus Pocus: Heart and Mind in Focus", I participated with the 5th grade class of the 5th Primary School of Munich, implementing a variety of activities that promoted emotional intelligence, imagination, and teamwork, all centered around the themes of nature and sustainability.      Our approach was interdisciplinary, integrating subjects such as Greek Language, Music, Art, Discovery of the World, and ICT skills. The students enthusiastically took part in collaborative tasks, contributed to the creation of the project’s common song, developed digital content, and expressed their thoughts and feelings through artistic and literary creations.        A particularly meaningful highlight of our participation was the collaboration with the European School of Munich, where students co-created an original character—the scarecrow—inspired by The Wizard of Oz. During an online meeting, the c...

   The creation of the  eTwinning 2024-25 program , titled “SEL Wiz: Hocus Pocus: Heart and mind in focus – Discovering Nature’s Magic Within” – Celebrating UNESCO Days for Sustainability and Peace through cultivating SEL in students, aiming for our school's inclusion in the  UNESCO AspNet Schools Network , allowed our students to collaborate with schools from other countries. This European collaboration helped them deepen their knowledge of the SDGs, exchange ideas, and share best practices in conjunction with technology. Simultaneously, it fostered the development of essential skills for 21st-century citizens, including the cultivation of  social and emotional intelligence ,  critical thinking ,  problem-solving , and  intercultural communication , thereby empowering them to actively contribute to the creation of a sustainable future. By connecting the Blue Schools program with the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) , our sc...

The added value of the active participation of students from our school's integration classes in the European eTwinning program through our experience this year . The participation of inclusive education students in the eTwinning project «SEL Wiz: Hocus Pocus: Heart and mind in focus - Discovering Nature’s Magic Within” - Celebrating UNESCO Days for Sustainability and Peace through the cultivation of Social Research and Technology (SRT) in students » proved to be very important, as it offered multiple benefits on an individual and educational level. In particular: Social Skills Development: Students had the opportunity to collaborate, communicate, and develop skills of collaboration, empathy, and respect for diversity. This is especially critical for students with special needs, who may face social isolation. Self-confidence and self-esteem: Successful participation in an international project, achieving common goals and recognizing their efforts, significantly enhance...

We are proud to announce the 3rd issue of our Greek section’s student newspaper, titled “Ta Ellinakia”! 📰 This special edition captures the joyful spirit and creativity of our students throughout the school year. Inside, you’ll discover a rich collection of activities, projects, and collaborative moments between our pupils who spread happiness this year through many different ways. You will also find out the P4/5's greek class projects contributing in out e twinning Project Hocus Pocus From cultural celebrations to environmental actions and cross-curricular learning experiences, the pages are filled with the energy, curiosity, and happiness that defined this past year. The students didn’t just participate — they acted, they created, and they expressed themselves with enthusiasm and pride 👏! We invite you to take a look and share in the joy of what they’ve achieved. “Ta Ellinakia” is more than just a newspaper — it’s a reflection of our vibrant school life and the spirit of ou...

The students of the 4th and 5th year Greek section at the European School of Munich participated in a variety of activities that promoted social and emotional learning. Through creative storytelling, teamwork games, and reflection exercises, they developed their empathy, self-awareness, and communication skills, while enriching their vocabulary in both Greek and German.

Participating in the eTwinning project was a truly rewarding yet challenging experience for our first-grade class at 2nd Primary school.of Ag.Nikolaos Primary School. This particular age group is just beginning its journey into literacy, learning their first letters and words , and taking their initial steps in reading and writing. As a result, engaging with the project's themes required thoughtful adaptation and simplification of complex ideas. The educator carefully introduced concepts related to the 17th Sustainable Development Goal (Partnerships for the Goals) and Mindfulness , using age-appropriate language and activities. These ideas were taught cross-curricularly , blending seamlessly with the subjects of Language, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies . This interdisciplinary approach helped children connect with the topics in a natural and engaging way, within the context of their everyday learning. One of the highlights was our celebration of World Water Day . Th...