News
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Holocaust memorial week newsletter
One of our Junior Ambassadors wrote an article on Holocaust Memorial Day, focusing on the EU’s response to the Holocaust and other genocides. The newsletter emphasizes the EU’s founding ideals and the shared responsibility of its countries to uphold these values, helping prevent future atrocities. Check out our InfoPoint newsletter!
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Debating Programme
Myself and the politics teacher have worked with students over the academic year on a programme of debating. This began small scale, with teams of three students competing in small heats in front of 2 members of staff on the subject of sustainability. The winners of these heats went on to compete against each other
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Carmel College at Euroscola
On January 27th, 20 Carmel students headed to Strasbourg for the Euroscola event at the European Parliament. We got to play the role of MEPs, diving into the legislative process. The trip also included a debate on zero pollution, a visit to Strasbourg Cathedral, and a quick Paris adventure!
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Holocaust Memorial Day assembly and art gallery
Heidi and Violet, Junior Ambassadors from Lytham St Anne’s School, created a presentation on Holocaust survivor stories, linking them to human rights issues. This assembly for all year groups highlights how we can improve for a better future, aligning with this year’s Holocaust Memorial Day theme. Check it out!
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EPAS Junior Ambassadors at TOUMUN
Some of our Junior Ambassadors also took part in the recent Model United Nations (MUN) conference in Toulouse, representing the Europa School with great enthusiasm. As part of their EPAS involvement, they shared their experience on the EPAS social media channels, accompanied by the following images. This event was an excellent opportunity for them to
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Europe 101: free leadership programme
Discover the exciting Europe 101 program for young leaders! If you’re 16-30 and eager to grow, this free online course is for you. Learn from inspiring leaders, connect with peers, and boost your profile with a certificate. Apply by January 30, 2025, and start your leadership journey today!
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Webinar: eTwinning network for Senior Ambassadors
Our Ambassador Schools love connecting with students and teachers across Europe. They aim for international and collaborative thinking. The eTwinning platform, led by Senior Ambassador Nicole Wieringa from the Netherlands, is a fantastic tool for this. UK Ambassadors can still join and many are already active. Check out Nicole’s webinar!
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Survey on the European Parliament’s educational offer
The European Parliament wants your input to boost its educational resources on active citizenship and democracy. By joining this survey, you’ll help us create better tools for teachers and educators who inspire students aged 11 and up. Thanks for your support! [GIVE YOUR FEEDBACK](https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/educators2024)
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Celebrating spoken languages in Europe
Check out this awesome video by our students and teachers celebrating the European Day of Languages on September 26th! Our school is a melting pot with over 10 languages spoken, including Greek-Cypriot and English. Dive into their creativity on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=867769054932445
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European Corner / newsletter
Our Junior Ambassadors, guided by our Senior Ambassadors, are crafting and sharing a page in our monthly newsletter. The ‘European Corner’ section highlights various EU countries. The students collaborate, research, and proudly showcase their work each month. This project has been an amazing learning experience for them, and it continues to inspire!
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EU Ambassador Schools Accreditation
At our annual training at Europe House this September, our school proudly earned the EU Ambassador Schools Accreditation. We’re the first Greek school to snag this honor! It’s all thanks to the incredible journeys and hard work of our students and teachers. Keep pushing forward, everyone—your efforts truly pay off!
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European Parliament education session and debate
We were thrilled to have Asher visit our school, sharing key insights about the EU, the European Parliament, and the UK. Our ambassadors exchanged fantastic ideas and even enjoyed a lively debate to wrap up the session. It was truly an unforgettable evening!
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Carmel College’s Success in the Second Round of the ESU Schools’ Mace Competition
Carmel College rocked the ESU Schools’ Mace competition’s second round! Alex, Michel, and Fin wowed everyone with their top-notch debating skills, arguing against the copyrightability of musical works. Out of six teams, only two advanced, and Carmel’s stellar performance secured their spot in the regional final. Keep shining, team!
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Clyst Vale visit to Strasbourg European Parliament (Sakharov Prize)
Our trip to the European Parliament in Strasbourg was a blast! Sitting in the hemicycle and meeting international students was a highlight. Hearing the Venezuelan Sakharov Prize winners’ stories was touching. We’re grateful to the organizers and hope for more chances like this, even post-Brexit. Can’t wait for future collaborations!
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ESOL Homeless Campaign
ESOL learners at Dudley College launched a Youth Social Action project to tackle homelessness in their local community. The initiative aimed to help students develop confidence, integrate into society, and make a positive impact through meaningful community work. The students organised a “Keeping Power to Account” event, where they invited their local MP to discuss
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Unveiling Key Facts and Figures about the European Parliament
The European Parliamentary Research Service (EPRS) has released a fantastic briefing called “European Parliament: Facts and Figures.” It gives a detailed look at the Parliament, its members, and activities, plus info on the 2024 election. Dive into insightful graphics and data from past and current terms. Check it out for more!
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European Christmas Market and Cultural Celebration
This year our Junior Ambassadors organised a festive Christmas market to celebrate European cultures and traditions within the school community. The event was open to all secondary students and aimed to promote intercultural understanding and seasonal joy. The celebration featured: The event was very well received, with students across year groups taking part and engaging
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Christmas Around the World
Yr 9 Ambassadors helped run this event for Yr7 (all of yr7). It promotes how Christmas is celebrated around the world – mostly Europe. The yr7s produce posters in a team on a country and how they celebrate Christmas and present to class. The Ambassadors help the staff and students with this. Then they listen