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We sincerely thank Archaeostoryteller, the author of the best-selling books on archaeology, Theodoros Papakostas, for the interview he granted us. We talked about his book, which we used in the context of the history lesson; we commented on all the elements that make archaeology attractive nowadays, while he was also asked to answer the difficult questions of the DES students about the work of the archaeologist, the writing, its antiquity and its importance for the self-awareness of modern man. Ultimately, he congratulated the students for their level of knowledge and interest in getting to know the archaeologist-scientist and the archaeologist-human up close.

Black History Month

#year4 

Black History Month is an annual celebration of African-American history and contributions to the formation of the modern US.

Black History Month 2024-Art as a Platform for Social Justice

African American artists — poets, writers, visual artists, and dancers — have historically been change agents through their crafts.

Drawn from their ancestors’ ancient rites of passage and the shared hopes of liberty, Black artists continue fusing creative expressions’ rhythmic cadence with the pulsating beats of progress. Our #4th_graders celebrate Black History Month 2024 by highlighting the “art of resistance” and the artists who used their crafts to uplift the race, speak truth to power and inspire a nation.

#BlackHistoryMonthCelebration #LearningFromLegends #HonoringHeroes #UnityInDiversity #InspirationalLeaders #ProudHistoryBrightFuture #CelebrateDiversity #RememberingLegacy #EmpowerEducateInspire #HarmonyThroughHistory

Happy Pancake Day! Our school is flipping out excitedly as we celebrate this delicious tradition. From classic toppings to creative concoctions, we are stacking the fun and enjoying every tasty bite. Let us savour the sweetness of Pancake Day!

Pancake Day is super fun! We get to eat lots and lots of yummy pancakes. It is a special day when everyone makes pancakes and flips them high in the air! We also put yummy toppings like syrup, chocolate chips, or fruit on them. It is like a pancake party! Pancake Day is also called Shrove Tuesday, the day before Lent starts. So, we eat pancakes to use up all the good stuff in our kitchen before Lent when we give up some things. It is a happy day filled with tasty treats!

#PancakeDay #SchoolSpirit 

“With Eyes Turned to the Sky” Year 2 Leonardo Da Vinci -Flying Machines 

The students of the 2nd grade of Elementary School embarked on an exciting journey into the world of inventions, studying Leonardo da Vinci’s flying machines. They explored two of his most fascinating creations, the ornithopter and the aerial screw. The children prepared a presentation about the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci and, through voice comments, described the idea’s conception and the successful design of two fantastic inventions that forever changed the concept of flight step by step.

The kids used digital multimedia tools such as Voicethread during the group project.

Wishing everyone a meaningful International Mother Language Day. May we always cherish our native languages!

International Mother Language Day is observed globally every year on February 21 to recognise and promote linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism. “UNESCO believes in the importance of cultural and linguistic diversity for sustainable societies. It is within its mandate for peace that it works to preserve the differences in cultures and languages that foster tolerance and respect for others,” the UN body said. The theme for International Mother Language Day 2024 is “Multilingual education is a pillar of intergenerational learning”

1. Narrative Unveiling: With wide-eyed curiosity, our young linguists embarked on a journey. Through a personalized narrative, they discovered the magic of -ing verbs—those dynamic words that dance with action!
2. Noticing Adventure: Armed with keen eyes, they scoured their texts, hunting for those elusive -ing endings. Like word detectives, they circled their finds and etched them into their notebooks, creating a vibrant -ing word map.
3. Silly Inspector’s Visit: Enter the whimsical Silly Inspector! Armed with a trusty torch, this quirky character tiptoed into the classroom. His mission? To ensure that his -ing detectives remained laser-focused on their linguistic quest. 🔦🕵️‍♂️
4. Outdoor Finale: As the sun peeked through the classroom windows, we bid adieu to our indoor adventures. The big playground awaited—a canvas for our language mastery. With laughter echoing, pupils wove sentences from their physical play, infusing the air with joy and learning. 🌞🤸‍♂️

Year 1 English Grammar #DynamicDiscovery#WordDetectives#SillyInspectorQuest#PlaygroundLanguage

The introduction of the knitting workshop into our school programme offers numerous benefits for our young students. Beyond the joy of creating handmade objects, knitting fosters fundamental skills such as fine motor coordination, patience, and concentration. The tactile nature of working with yarn and needles also enhances sensory development. Additionally, knitting promotes a sense of accomplishment and self-esteem as students witness the tangible results of their efforts. In a workshop setting, children can collaborate, share ideas, and develop social skills, creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Furthermore, the workshop encourages creativity and imagination, allowing students to explore various colors and designs and fostering a lifelong appreciation for the art of handicrafts. Overall, this workshop introduces a valuable skill and nurtures holistic development in a fun and exciting way.

Endemic species in Greek nature: Skyrian horses

The Skyrian horse: Sociable, intelligent, friendly

The Skyrian horse is an ancient Greek breed that has survived only in Skyros! Nowadays, it has around 190 members on the island and 300 worldwide. It is a small-sized breed unique worldwide, scientifically known as Equus caballus Skyriano.

Skyrian horses are related to the miniature horses of Pindos Mountain in Greece and are historically tied to the horses used by Achilles during his expedition to Troy and to the horses of Alexander the Great. Moreover, Skyrian horses are said to be depicted on the Parthenon frieze.

The miniature horses of Skyros are related to small-sized horse breeds that migrated to Europe from Alaska, crossing the mountainous regions of Asia 12,000 years ago!

The breed that developed into the modern-day Skyrian horse is rumoured to descend from horses brought to Skyros by Athenian settlers during the 5th century BCE.

Although Skyrian horses are often referred to as “ponies” or “hipparions” (meaning little horses in Greek), they are not closely related. Hipparions were small-sized, three-toed horses that went extinct around 1,000,000 years ago and are a different breed.

House League Talent Show Preliminary Round: A Spectacular Showcase of Talent!

Our incredible DES students took the stage to showcase their unique talents in the preliminary round of the House League Talent Show! The talent on display was phenomenal, from mesmerizing dance choreographies to soulful singing, mind-blowing magic tricks, impressive football skills, and captivating guitar solos!

Our judges had the challenge of selecting the best performers for the showdown in May. Trust us, it was no easy feat with so much talent and creativity on display!

Congratulations to all the participants for their outstanding performances! You truly made it a day to remember, and we cannot wait to see what the final round has in store. Stay tuned for more updates, and get ready to witness even more incredible talent in May!

#Year2TalentShow #HouseLeague #TalentOverload #IncredibleStudents #MakingMemories #DESInteractiveEuropeanSchool

Although it may seem like this day is mainly aimed at adults, elementary school students also have a lot to say and share about what love means to them. For many young students, Valentine’s Day is an opportunity to express love to their friends and family. Classrooms are filled with smiles and joy as students exchange cards and small gifts to show how important they are to each other. Love can be expressed in many ways: helping a classmate in need and showing respect and kindness to our teacher and classmates.

Year4’s message for all:

“February 14th… day of love? No…

To us, it is more like a

Reminder alarm-day

We should celebrate love every day! ”