This year’s Learning Without Borders Week provided our students with truly unforgettable experiences, both near and far, that extended beyond the traditional classroom. Students delved into Venice’s rich artistic heritage, explored the historical landscapes of Sicily, and immersed themselves in the vibrant languages of Barcelona and Perpignan. An adventurous group ventured to Iceland to witness its stunning geological wonders, while sports enthusiasts sharpened their skills at a football camp in Nymburk. Meanwhile, our London trips offered in-depth explorations of Mathematics, English, and History.
Closer to home, students took part in hands-on activities like Flavours of the World cooking classes, tested their problem-solving abilities in Mission Impossible, and unravelled scientific mysteries with Discover Science. Others enjoyed outdoor sports at the Sports Extravaganza or braved the elements during the Wind and Waves adventure at Lipno.
This week truly captured the essence of global learning and personal growth, offering every student the chance to explore, challenge, and discover new horizons.
Here are some student reflections from the week and we will share some more next week:
Last week in Sicily was filled with a ton of adventures. Not only did we visit the ancient cities of Syracuse and Noto, we also hiked Mount Etna while learning fascinating facts about the 500 000-year-old volcano. In Syracuse, we went inside the largest artificial cave in human history and visited the temples of Apollo, Athena, and Zeus. Along with this, Noto was filled with lovely historical architecture. When visiting the Slow Food Family Farm, we learned about Sicilian culture, where we ate a delicious 4-course meal. Overall it was filled with excitement, new experiences and a lot of ice cream.
Nina and Elodie
The Venice trip was super fun and educational. We visited about nine different art galleries and museums. Some of them had guided tours, and for others, we had time to explore on our own. I liked both because the guided tours were interesting and helped us understand the art better, but it was also cool to have time to look around at our own pace. My favourite part of the trip was the art Biennale. This year’s theme was “Foreigners Everywhere”. It was so fascinating and made me think a lot about what the guides called the “global south”. There were pavilions from 88 countries, and it was amazing to see how each represented its culture and ideas through art. Overall, I had a great time in Venice and would recommend it to anyone who loves art!
Stephanie H.
Iceland: It is a fascinating country full of natural beauty. We had the wonderful opportunity to visit a couple of them. The waterfalls were definitely among our favourites, and the Secret Lagoon was also a big hit. Next, we went through the capital city- Reykjavik, where we visited a modern museum where we virtually experienced the northern lights and a volcanic eruption. We will have unforgettable memories for a lifetime thanks to exploring this incredibly stunning landscape. We also grew a bit closer and together discovered that learning and exploring can be pretty fun.
Tereza Š.
