From October 28th to October 31st, the 11th-grade Diploma Programme students at European School organized “Halloween Week” as part of their Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) program. This initiative combined festive enjoyment with meaningful engagement, fostering a sense of community and creativity within the school. The week began on Monday with the revival of the traditional Halloween custom of "Trick or Treat," led by Salome Elizbarashvili, Mariam Chakvetadze, and Georgii Chelebadze. Before the commencement of classes, they distributed candies and sweets to students and staff, extending warm Halloween greetings and establishing an atmosphere of celebration. This thoughtful activity set a positive tone for the week, ensuring a cheerful start to the school day. On Tuesday, the focus shifted to skill-building with the launch of a "Spooky Crochet Course," facilitated by Vasilisa Pyskunova. This workshop provided participants with the opportunity to learn the intricate art of crochet while crafting Halloween-themed designs. The course has continued beyond the initial event, enabling students to nurture their creativity in an engaging and enjoyable manner.  

On November 14, 2024, the DP program hosted an assembly to celebrate the International Day of Tolerance. The event, themed "One World, Many Voices: A Celebration of Tolerance and Cultural Respect," brought together students to honor the importance of cultural respect and unity.

"As part of their exploration of the unit - Where We Are in Place and Time - IB PYP grade 4C students visited the Museum of Zoology at Tbilisi State University. As part of their inquiry the students were learning about discoveries in the field of biology and zoology and the museum was a perfect place for them to find answers to many questions. The students were able to see over 5000 objects including unique butterflies, insects, reptiles, birds, and mammals. As an integration with the Georgian B language class, the students bade sketches of different animals and birds exhibited in the museum and with the help of the Georgian teacher labeled them in Georgian. The students were fascinated by the wonderful collection they observed in the museum and learned more about the importance of discoveries in the field of Zoology."

On October 30, children’s rights protection workshop for MYP teachers was held at the European School. The workshop was led by Eliso Chelishvili, Child Protection Officer of the European School. After the workshop, there was a discussion between the speaker and the teachers.

In honor of Georgian culture and traditions, our IB PYP fourth-grade students recently presented a special performance. As part of their project, they explored Old Tbilisi, visiting key cultural monuments. On October 28th, they performed a puppet show of the classic story "Komble" and introduced the tradition of the Georgian "Supra" or "table," showcasing traditional dishes, sweets, and drinks, including wine. The event concluded with a beautiful Georgian song, creating a memorable celebration of Georgia’s rich heritage. We are proud of our students for bringing these traditions to life!

On October 22, 2024, at 4:00 PM, the IB DP/CP CAS/SL Assembly titled "Unlocking Potential Through Academic Integrity" took place, marking our school's celebration of the International Day of Action for Academic Integrity. This global initiative, created by the International Center for Academic Integrity, highlights the critical importance of honesty, trust, and ethical behavior in academic work and beyond.

On October 15, 2024, as part of Global Ethics Day 2024, the Global Citizenship and Ethics Symposium, titled "Together for Tomorrow: Exploring Global Ethics Through Student Perspectives," was held for IB DP/CP students at the European School. Established by the Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs, Global Ethics Day empowers individuals and organizations worldwide to engage with ethics as a means to improve lives and strengthen communities.

On October 17, 2024, IB DP CAS and CP SL students at our school had the unique opportunity to attend an enlightening workshop titled "Future-Ready Insights: Preparing for Careers That Don’t Exist Yet", presented by Sasha Utami, Area Manager at Immerse Education. As we navigate an ever-evolving world, the job market is undergoing a transformation that opens doors to exciting and unpredictable career opportunities.

The European School held a Gastronomic Festival to celebrated World Food Day! Parents showcased traditional dishes from 17 different countries, each table beautifully decorated with souvenirs and cultural elements. Many parents even wore traditional costumes, adding to the vibrant atmosphere!

The European School hosted a webinar where students connected with the Learn With Leaders representative and learned all about the In-person HMC Young Global Leaders Program by the Harvard Model Congress. During this session, they discovered the goals and benefits of the HMC Young Global Leaders Program, got detailed information about requirements, and received answers to questions from the knowledgeable supervisor.

The European School will be hosting an onsite workshop "Exchange of Experiential Teaching Practices II" for the Caucasus and Central Asia Association of IB World Schools (CCAAIBW) on Saturday, November 30, in Tbilisi, Georgia.

Global Handwashing Day was marked at the European School with various activities raising awareness about the importance of hygiene! Our school doctors initiated informative talks on the significance of handwashing, reminding children how a simple act can make a big difference in keeping them healthy.