CLASS IV AND V EXCURSION TO THE OJCÓW NATIONAL PARK

 

CLASS IV AND V EXCURSION TO THE OJCÓW NATIONAL PARK

On June 12, Classes IV and V took part in a one-day excursion to the Ojców National Park. The students saw the Bat Cave and the Elbow Cave, visited the Castle in Pieskowa Skała, took a commemorative photo under the Mace of Hercules, took part in activities at the Educational Center of Ojców National Park and had a delicious lunch in one of the local restaurants. The weather was great, so the trip also provided plenty of wonderful impressions and unforgettable moments.

 

The ‘No Littering Lesson’ educational campaign – 4th edition

 The ‘No Littering Lesson’ educational campaign – 4th edition

The ‘No Littering Lesson’ is a nationwide educational campaign organised by the Our Earth Foundation, aimed at schools and running since 2020. Its goal is to promote pro-environmental attitudes and educate students on proper waste segregation. The campaign combines learning with creative fun – participants prepare films, posters, songs and comics promoting the idea of not littering, which helps to develop environmental awareness and shape good environmental habits.

In the fourth edition of the campaign, eighth-grade students actively participated in the activities by preparing posters encouraging care for the environment.

THE FINAL MEETING OF COMMUNE YOUTH COUNCIL

 On 8 June 2025, the final away meeting of the Świlcza Commune Youth Council in this term took place.

The councillors visited the Old Town and the Palace of Culture and Science, and above all, observed the work of the Sejm and the Senate of the Republic of Poland.

We would like to thank three of our councillors — Oliwia Bułas (Chairperson), Natalia Daleka and Przemysław Winiarz — for their work on the Council, the proposals they made and their commitment to our community.

Job shadowing in Favria, Italy.

 Ms Diana Hodyr, deputy principal, and Ms Barbara Tarnowska-Mazan began a partnership visit to a primary school in Favria (Italy), as part of the “job shadownig” of the Erasmus+ programme. Its aim is to exchange good practices and to increase knowledge on how to better function for pupils with learning difficulties in a public school.

JOB SHADOWING BY TEACHERS FROM TURKEY

 On 26th May we welcomed to our school two vice-principals of schools and an English teacher from Turkey, who are visiting us as part of the ‘job shadowing’ activity of the Erasmus+ programme. Our guests toured the school, told us about their home schools and brought us ice cream, which did not melt throughout their journey as it was transported in dry ice - it was also an interesting physical experience for Class III and a delicious treat for Class VII! Class IV received named letters - this will be the start of an exchange of correspondence.

A MOBILITY TO CROATIA

 

A MOBILITY TO CROATIA

 

 Back in May, our students visited their Croatian friends. The visit coincided with an international exchange with students from Spain, which made the meeting even more special.

The first day started with a ceremonial welcome, after which we had a tour of the modern school and took part in an educational escape room in the library. We then participated in a workshop using 3D printers and recorded interviews for the school's website. In the afternoon, we watched artistic performances - a play about King Tomislaw and a concert by students from the local music school. There was plenty of dancing and chatting together during the breaks.

On the second day, we participated in lessons conducted in Croatian - it was a big challenge, but also a great learning opportunity. Together we made bracelets and created improvised theatre scenes. In the afternoon we went to the town hall, where we met the deputy mayor and learned about the history of Koprivnica. A walk around the town and a picnic in the park rounded off the day. In the evening we took part in a ceremony to elect the best eighth grade in all of Koprivnica - our friends from OS Podolice won, which prompted thunderous applause.

On the third day we took a trip to Zagreb - where we participated in an exciting city game, visited museums and spent time at the zoo. We ended the day with shopping and saying goodbye to the Spanish participants.

Thursday was spent in Ludbreg, where we took part in a robotics workshop, visited a museum and visited the Sanctuary of the Most Precious Blood of Jesus - one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Croatia. In the evening, we had a party together by the pool - there was dancing, singing, thanks and a lot of fun.

The last day was a solemn farewell - one last dance together, exchange of contacts, tears of emotion and promises that this is only the beginning of friendship.

The Erasmus+ exchange turned out to be much more than an educational programme. These were days full of emotions, new experiences, learning and mutual understanding. The students had the opportunity to see the world from a different perspective, to open up to new cultures.

 

 

STUDENTS FROM CROATIA IN POLAND - from the point of view of a student

 

STUDENTS FROM CROATIA IN POLAND

Erasmus+ brings young people together - an unforgettable exchange between schools from Poland and Croatia 

The spring of 2025 went down in gold in the history of the Primary School in Rudna Wielka and the School Centre in Podolice. Thanks to the Erasmus+ programme, pupils and teachers had the opportunity to take part in an extraordinary international exchange - first by hosting Croatian partners in Poland, and then by visiting their school in sunny Koprivnica. Working together, having fun, learning about the culture and everyday life of their peers proved to be a beautiful lesson in life, tolerance and friendship.

In April, pupils from Croatia came to Poland. Already on the first day, after a warm welcome within the walls of our schools, we began to get to know each other and our cultures together. The Polish students prepared a performance about the Gniezno Congress, which allowed our guests to learn about one of the key events in Polish history. The evening was highlighted by joint quizzes and educational games, which broke down language barriers in a friendly atmosphere.

On the second day, we visited Łańcut together - a city with a rich history and a beautiful castle . There was no shortage of delight. In the afternoon, it was time for sports emotions - we met at the KS Rudnianka stadium, where in international teams we competed and had fun during various games and competitions.

The third day brought a bit of sweetness - our guests could taste traditional Polish pastries during the annual school fair.

On the fourth day, science and entertainment awaited us - at the Lukasiewicz Science Centre, students could experiment, learn through play and discover the world of technology. We ended the day with a game of bowling and then shopping at the Millenium Hall shopping centre.

The last day in Poland was full of emotions. In the morning, there was an integration workshop and a farewell ceremony at the school. The Croatian students also had the opportunity to see a unique pantomime depicting the Stations of the Cross, prepared by our students in the parish church. In the evening we had a party together - dancing, laughing and talking until late. On Saturday morning, during the farewell at the station, nobody hid their emotions - there were tears, hugs and promises to meet soon.

Oliwia Bułas, 7th grade