Democratic learning
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Celebrating Women: A week of inspiration for International Women’s Day
As International Women’s Day approaches this Sunday (8 March), our college community has been marking the occasion with a full week of activities celebrating the achievements, strength, and impact of women. On 24th February, we were delighted to welcome Holly Ellis, The Scouse Scientist, for an inspiring and thought‑provoking talk. Holly shared her journey and experiences, encouraging
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Dulwich College Junior Ambassador on the National Jury of the European Charlemagne Youth Prize
We are proud to highlight that our student Jan Kozak has been selected to serve on the national jury of the European Charlemagne Youth Prize, in recognition of his many years of dedicated service and sustained engagement in public life. The Prize, jointly organised by the European Parliament and the Foundation of the International Charlemagne
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Cultural Day Festivities
The school ran a cultural day and the EPAS club had a stall as part of the celebrations. We played a European flag recognition game, pin where you are from, and gave out European foods to students. EPAS Team Comment This sounds like a fun addition to the cultural day. I wonder how many EU
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European Institutions Workshop
Asher came from the European Parliament Liaison Office to give a workshop on the European Union and Parliament and other European institutions. The students gained a much better understanding of the role of what each part of the EU does and how the European Parliament works. EPAS Team Comment Great to work with your Junior
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Model United Nations 2026
In February our Model United Nations Society organised and lead a MUN conference in Bad Homburg, Germany. Five of our pupils chaired the five committees and two shared the role of Secretary General. This event requires motivation, resilience and hard work in the six months leading up to the conference. Our pupils choose the countries
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Info Point Sharing the history of the EU
The RUTC Junior Ambassadors have created an Info Point on the European Union, presenting information about its historical, political, economic and cultural developments since its establishment. This info point is available for the whole college community. EPAS Team Comment Great job! Lovely to see the team work that has gone into this.
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Govan High Euroscola February 2026!
We had the amazing opportunity to visit Strasbourg and attend Euroscola in February! Pupils and staff had such a fantastic time and learned a lot from the experience! Euroscola was an incredible experience and Strasbourg was a beautiful city. This will be something we will remember for years to come! The following are extracts from
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SHS Debating European Issues
EPAS students developed debates on a number of European Issues, they gave students a range of arguments and evidence to help them argue for and against. All KS3 Tutor groups had a session with EPAS students to do the debates. Each tutor group voted, each KS3 student had the chance to contribute to the debate
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EPAS Preparation for Adulthood
In Spring 1, our Preparation for Adulthood curriculum at Leo Kelly revolved around The European Parliament Ambassador Schools programme (EPAS). Pupils had five lessons per week, focusing on European History, Geography & Politics, learning French, European cuisine, debating pan-European topical issues and preparing for a European-themed activity, which was shared with Asher when he visited
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International School Award Success for Wellington School
Wellington School’s EPAS activities contributed to the evidence required for the International School Award. On 2 February, Senior Ambassador, Susan Coontz, travelled to London to receive the award at the Houses of Parliament. Screenshot The assessors’ report praised the range of activities organised in school, in particular, the Model United Nations programme which gives young
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Euroscola Event Strasbourg trip
On January 28th, 21 students from the European Studies Club, accompanied by Ms. Roe and Ms. Kern, traveled to Strasbourg. Their first meeting point was St. Pancras, where the group boarded the Eurostar to Paris at 8:00 a.m. They had an hour and a half to explore the city before continuing their journey to Strasbourg’s
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Europa School EPAS Students Make Their Voices Heard in Online Euroscola Session
On Thursday 29th of January, our EPAS (European Parliament Ambassador Schools) Club has been involved in exciting opportunities, including taking part in an online Euroscola session organised by the European Parliament. Last week, our junior ambassadors and some of our S4–S6 students (year 10, 11 and 12) connected live to this session from the European
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Holocaust Memorial Day 2026 at Carmel College
Junior ambassadors at Carmel College marked Holocaust Memorial Day with two meaningful events. The first was a powerful talk from Ernie Hunter of NHEG, who shared the story of his German-Jewish mother and her courage in actively confronting Nazi oppression. Our Year 12 students involved in the Lessons from Auschwitz project then prepared and led
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Carmel Students Shine At The Ethics Cup
Our junior ambassadors had a fantastic day at the annual Ethics Cup,hosted by the University of Liverpool. Competing against schools across the region, they debated challenging ethical issues with confidence, insight, and teamwork. Carmel students impressed all the way to the semi-finals, gaining experience in university level debate and showcasing their critical thinking skills. Links
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Work Experience with John Finucane
Two of our GCSE Politics students recently took part in valuable work experience with John Finucane, MP for North Belfast. This opportunity allowed them to gain a first-hand insight into the role of an MP, including representing constituents and engaging with issues within the local community. Throughout their placement, the students developed their understanding of
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German Embassy visits Emerson Park Academy
Students at Emerson Park Academy in Hornchurch recently welcomed staff from the German Embassy in London for an insightful guest talk. The visit provided a fantastic opportunity for students to explore what an embassy does and learn about the continuing diplomatic, cultural, and economic links between the UK and Germany. By engaging directly with people
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Carmel Students Take Part in National Gallery Articulation Prize
Six Carmel College junior ambassadors impressed audiences as they took part in the internal heat of the Articulation Prize, a prestigious national public speaking competition organised by the National Gallery. The Articulation Prize challenges young people aged 16–19 to deliver a 10-minute presentation on an artwork, artefact, or architectural piece, encouraging deep engagement with visual
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Trip to Brussels
From 20th–23rd December, QE students from Years 11-13 took part in an European Parliament Ambassador School Programme (EPAS) trip to Brussels. The visit included trips to the European Commission, the Council and the European Parliament, giving students a valuable insight into the workings of the European Union. Alongside this, students explored Brussels’ rich cultural heritage