On November 25, an informational meeting initiated by the International Tourism Academy was held at the Rooms Hotel. The former director of Rooms Hotels, Valeri Chekheria, met with eleventh and twelfth grade students of the IB Career-related Programme and discussed the development of the tourism sector in the country and the important role of the Adjara Group’s innovative projects in this process. As part of the meeting, ITA representatives presented international programs from partner universities to the students.

As a culmination of the transdisciplinary theme Where we are in place and time, PYP Grade 5 students explored the concept of migration by researching and sharing personal or historical migration stories. Through this inquiry, students deepened their understanding of the reasons people migrate, the challenges they face, and the impact of migration on individuals and communities.

Over three transformative days, 40 talented students had the unique privilege of being mentored by two incredible students from Harvard. The program offered an intensive schedule filled with workshops on communication, public speaking, leadership, and negotiation, empowering students with essential skills to tackle global issues and create innovative solutions.

This year’s Winter Festival was a resounding success, bringing together the PYP community for a celebration filled with joy, creativity, and collaboration. Students showcased their talents through vibrant performances, beautifully crafted decorations, and thoughtful activities that highlighted the spirit of the season.

Literary Week had an incredible continuation! Here’s a quick recap of all the amazing events that took place: Book Fair: Our school’s book fair was a huge success, with so many students exploring new titles and diving into the world of literature.

On December 12, 2024, the IB DP/CP End-of-the-Semester CAS/SL Assembly was organized. It brought together students and faculty to reflect on their CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) and SL (Service Learning) experiences. Mariam Khatiashvili, the CAS/SL Coordinator, opened the assembly with insightful remarks on the importance of reflection in the CAS/SL journey.

The European School had the honor of hosting the "Exchange of Experiential Teaching Practices II" workshop for the Caucasus & Central Asia Association of IB World Schools (CCAAIBWS).

This week in the PYP community, students actively engaged in debates, demonstrating critical thinking and collaboration. They showcased various Learner Profile attributes, such as being communicators, open-minded, and reflective.

Our Thanksgiving event brought our community together! In addition to a delicious bake sale for charity, the Student Council set up a Gratitude Tree. Students and staff were invited to write down what they were thankful for and hang it on the tree. It was amazing to watch a bare tree blossom into a beautiful symbol of gratitude and positivity.