CHRISTMAS EVE AT THE OPEN-AIR MUSEUM IN KOLBUSZOWA

 

CHRISTMAS EVE AT THE OPEN-AIR MUSEUM IN KOLBUSZOWA

     On 19 December 2025, pupils from grades V and VI took part in a unique Christmas Eve celebration at the open-air museum in Kolbuszowa. During the trip, they learned about the Christmas traditions of the old countryside, viewing beautifully decorated rooms and listening to interesting stories about Christmas customs. They sang Christmas carols together and had the opportunity to taste traditional Christmas Eve dishes prepared according to old recipes. The meeting at the open-air museum was not only an interesting history lesson, but also an opportunity to experience the Christmas atmosphere together in a unique place. This day will long remain in the memory of the participants as one full of joy and festive spirit.

 

II MEETING - ŚWILCZA YOUTH COUNCIL

 

On 10 December, the second away meeting of the Świlcza Youth Council was held. 

Our representatives Oliwia Bułas, Natalia Daleka, Franciszek Uszyński and their supervisor Filip Nowicki participated in the meeting.

This time, we were guests at the historic palace of the Prison Service Training Centre in Olszanica in the Bieszczady Mountains. Thanks to the kindness of Lieutenant Colonel Adam Nieznański, we were able to hold our meeting in this unique place. Here, we learned about the functioning and history of the centre and the secrets of the work of this formation.

The meeting was also an opportunity to summarise the educational project ‘With Marshal Piłsudski on history’ run by the municipality of Świlcza together with the Podkarpackie Teacher Education Centre and the Piłsudski Association. The aim of the project was to popularise history through a series of meetings, workshops and open lessons.

Class V and VI a trip to the theatre

 Class V and VI a trip to the theatre

On 15 December, pupils from classes V and VI a attended a performance of ‘Anne of Green Gables’ prepared by the Cracovia Theatre. The pupils enjoyed the performance very much and followed the adventures of red-haired Anne Shirley with great interest. The young people were able to get to know the characters in the book better and transport themselves into the world described by Lucy Maud Montgomery. The trip to the theatre was not only an enjoyable experience, but also a valuable lesson in culture, literature and music, as the performance included many songs.

CLEAN AIR DAY

 Clean Air Day activities

In November, Poland celebrates Clean Air Day, established several years ago by the Arka Foundation in Bielsko-Biała, which works to improve air quality, among other things.

On this occasion, students from classes 7A and 7B participated in classes devoted to the problem of air pollution and its impact on human health and the environment.

At the beginning, the teacher gave a brief introduction to the main sources of pollution, such as smog, car exhaust fumes, smoke from chimneys and industrial activity. The consequences of breathing polluted air and ways of reducing harmful emissions were also discussed.

The pupils were then divided into groups and given the task of preparing short presentations on a selected topic related to air pollution. Each group could focus on a different issue, including types of smog, the impact of pollution on health, acid rain, the ozone hole, the greenhouse effect, the importance of urban greenery, and environmental measures to improve air quality. Using available materials, notes and their own knowledge, the pupils created clear and informative presentations.

After completing their work, the groups presented their results to the class, showing their posters and mind maps. Each presentation was followed by a short discussion during which the pupils asked questions and shared their observations.

KAHOOT CUP 2025

 

On Thursday, 13 November, Class 8 took part in the Kahoot Cup 2025, an international educational event held in English. Students and teachers from as many as 83 countries participated in the event.  Over 7,000 students took part in the competition, competing in five sessions. The winners of each session were representatives from South Korea, Cyprus, Ukraine, Croatia, and Peru. The atmosphere of the event was full of joy and cooperation – students proudly presented the colours of their countries, waved flags and enjoyed playing together, as can be seen in the attached photos.

22nd Provincial Art Competition for Children and Young People

 

The success of our students in the 22nd Provincial Art Competition for Children and Young People

  Students from our school took part in the Provincial Art Competition for Children and Young People entitled ‘St. Hubert as a model of the modern ecologist’, organised by School and Kindergarten Complex No. 12 in Rzeszów under the patronage of the Podkarpackie Province Superintendent of Education, the Mayor of Rzeszów and the Regional Board of the Polish Hunting Association in Rzeszów.

We are pleased to announce that the winners included:

Gabriela Salach - class VI a                3rd place

Kinga Prędki - class VIII a                  2nd place

Congratulations!

MUNICIPAL YOUTH COUNCIL

 

On 24 October, the first meeting of the 7th term of the Municipal Youth Council was held at the Municipal Centre for Culture, Sport and Recreation – branch in Świlcza! 🙌

Communal Centre for Culture, Sport and Recreation in Świlcza, based in Trzciana

The most important point of the meeting was the swearing-in of new councillors, the receipt of certificates from Mayor Dawid Homa and Communal Council Chairwoman Joanna Wdowik-Mika, and the election of the presidium 💪

👏 Szymon Ryba, a pupil at Cardinal S. Wyszyński Primary School No. 1 in Bratkowice, was elected chairperson.

👏 Oliwia Bułas from Stanisław Dąmbski Primary School in Rudna Wielka was elected vice-chairperson.

👏 Secretary – Maja Górska from St. John Paul II Primary School No. 2 in Bratkowice

🗳 The ballot counting committee consisted of Julia Dworak, Natalia Daleka, Franciszek Uszyński and Kacper Rzepka.

💬 During the meeting, speeches were given by, among others, the Mayor of Świlcza Municipality, Dawid Homa, the previous supervisor of the Youth Council, Damian Trala, who thanked everyone for their years of cooperation, and lawyer Marcin Rupar.

We warmly congratulate our student, Oliwka Bułas, who is second year in a row in the authorities of the Municipal Youth Council!!!

 

A VISIT TO THE CINEMA

 

A Visit to the Cinema – "O psie, który jeździł koleją II"

On Friday 17th, students from the 5th class of Primary School in Rudna Wielka went on a trip to the cinema. They watched the film "O psie, który jeździł koleją II". The movie was very interesting and touching. It told the story of a loyal dog and his adventures. The students really enjoyed the film and talked about it on the way back to school. It was a fun and exciting day!

TEACHING ASSIGNMENT FRANCE

 Teaching assignment in a high school in France, near Lille, Teaching English to high school students - lessons about democracy, ecology and history of American presidents.

European Day of Languages 26.09.2025

 This year we celebrated European Day of Languages by learning about countries in the European Union.