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Assembly presentation to S5 pupils
Junior Ambassadors from Clevedon Secondary School gave a presentation to new Secondary 5 students. They highlighted the Ambassador Schools program and invited questions. Students were encouraged to join activities and reach out if they wanted to become Junior Ambassadors. Dive in and discover more about this exciting opportunity!
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German Exchange
In November and March, 37 Wellington students and their German partners joined a language and cultural exchange. UK students visited Germany for a week, and their German friends came to Scotland. The program included five days of workshops, sports, and team-building activities. Emilia’s report shares her exciting experience in the school magazine.
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Model United Nations
Wellington School Junior Ambassadors hosted a Model UN for Primary 7, focusing on Human Rights and Child Labour. Delegates worked in pairs or threes, representing 12 countries linked to the EU. The JAs led the event, from opening to closing, rewarding top delegations. Participants loved it, gaining skills and eager for more!
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Information point development
Over three days, Clevedon Secondary School’s Junior Ambassadors created an info board and leaflet detailing their goals in the EU Ambassador Schools program. These were showcased at their launch event and are now proudly displayed in the Humanities Faculty, regularly updated to spotlight their achievements. Check out their leaflet here!
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Using Languages in the Workplace
Wellington School’s Junior Ambassadors rocked a workshop to show how languages shine in the workplace. They kicked off with British Council films, picking three crowd-pleasers. Attendees listed language-related jobs before and after, revealing more opportunities. Fun activities kept everyone engaged. It was such a hit, they’re doing it again!
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EUROPE DAY 2024 CELEBRATION AT EUROPA SCHOOL UK
To celebrate Europe Day, our junior and senior ambassadors hosted a fun European food and games event. We showcased the EPAS club and shared info about the EU. On May 17th, students enjoyed homemade European sweets like French madeleines and Italian tiramisu cookies. It was a hit, with positive feedback all around!
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Student-led Europe Day assembly
Students at Manchester Hospital School’s Galaxy House CAMHS unit teamed up to create an assembly for Europe Day. They showcased EU cultures and ended with a fun quiz. A Junior Ambassador presented it online to KS2 and KS3 students at Galaxy House and Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital. Download their presentation [here](https://epas.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/formidable/12/8_5_24-Secondary-Assembly-EU.pptx).
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Europe Day Celebrations
On Thursday, May 9th, we celebrated Europe Day with enthusiasm! Our NHEHS EPAS club organized fun activities, including a ‘wear European flag colors’ day. Students were eager to learn about Europe’s impact on our lives. Year 12 Ambassadors supported Umunandi with donations. We also enjoyed quizzes and a European-themed escape room!
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Europe Day Quiz
To celebrate Europe Day, Junior Ambassadors at Carmel College joined a fun quiz about the EU and European Parliament. They even had a bonus round on European food, culture, destinations, and, of course, Eurovision! Dive into the excitement and discover more about this fantastic event.
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Digital EU Info Point
Junior Ambassadors at Alcester Grammar School crafted a PowerPoint presentation to display on their school’s digital screens. This serves as their Info Point, keeping everyone updated on the Ambassador Schools team’s activities. Check out a sample of their work here and stay informed about their exciting projects!
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European Elections InfoPoint
Junior Ambassadors from Lytham St Anne’s High School have set up slides in the dining room, sharing info on voting in the EU and celebrating Europe Day. This helps European students learn how to vote when they’re of age. The slides are up from May 9th to June 6th, covering the European Parliament elections.
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Starter activities for each subject
Junior Ambassadors at Lytham St Anne’s High School created awesome starter tasks for Europe Day to kick off lessons with a bang! These slides are packed with fun activities and cool facts about European culture. Each subject has a tailored task, like art featuring famous European artists. Download their slideshows now!
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Europe Day Assembly and Quiz
Hey Ambassadors! If you’re planning an assembly or tutor time for Europe Day, we’ve got you covered. This year’s theme is the European Parliament elections, focusing on democracy in Europe. Check out our resources, including a fantastic video and presentations in both PowerPoint and PDF formats. Dive in and inspire!
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collaborative Website & Podcast “Pildoras europeas”
Students from Europa School UK and Instituto Español Vicente Cañada Blanch have teamed up to create a website for our EU-related projects. Our project, “European Pills,” aims to inspire students to conduct small, impactful research. We’ve launched a podcast, and each year, more episodes will be added. Dive in and explore!
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The EU and Negotiating our ongoing relationship
On April 30th, we welcomed Asher Jacobsberg from Europe House. He shared insights on the European Parliament’s structure and history, which was eye-opening for us. We played a fun bingo game to learn about EU countries and even participated in a debate, boosting our teamwork and public speaking skills!
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LUX Youth Seminar in Brussels
Junior Ambassadors from Wellington School in Ayr, Scotland, recently joined peers from all 27 EU member states at the LUX Audience Award ceremony. It’s an amazing opportunity for these young leaders to connect and learn. Dive into their inspiring journey and see how they’re making a difference!
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European Elections Webinar Recording
Typhaine Morillon, from the European Parliament Liaison Office in the UK, chatted with Junior and Senior Ambassadors about the UK’s European Parliament elections campaign. She highlighted its impact on EU citizens here and shared resources for Ambassador Schools to boost democratic engagement. Dive into the details and get involved in shaping the future!
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VIDEO: Ambassador Schools Accreditation at Instituto Español Vicente Cañada Blanch
In December, Junior and Senior Ambassadors from The Cherwell School, Emerson Park Academy, and Instituto Español Vicente Cañada Blanch proudly received plaques and certificates from MEP Thijs Reuten. The exciting accreditation ceremony took place at Instituto Español Vicente Cañada Blanch. Dive into the full story to discover more about this inspiring event!