We arrived at Zurich Airport on February 4th. The next day, we visited Colmar, a lovely village found near Strasbourg, took a train tour, and learnt about the interesting history of chocolate whilst also tasting some delicious chocolate ourselves at the Choco-Story experience. On February 6th, we stayed in Strasbourg, enjoying a nice walking tour and a relaxing boat tour and learning about the city’s fascinating history along the way.

The Euroscola we participated in, took place on Friday 7th February. We proceeded to the Hemicycle and found our seats there. At the start of the parliamentary session, we listened to an introduction about the European Union and watched a video message from Roberta Metsola, the President of the European Parliament. Following this, we participated in an informative, interactive session with Nicolae ŞTEFĂNUȚĂ, Vice President of the European Parliament (The Greens/EFA, RO). After the interview, all students engaged in an interesting live debate on the topic of Poverty and Social exclusion with Danai Papadopoulou, the Secretariat of the Committee on Employment and Social Affairs of the European Parliament. 

During the second part of the Euroscola program, we took on the role of members of the European Parliament, where each group had the opportunity to debate different perspectives on poverty and social exclusion. Additionally, we participated in interactive workshops that allowed us to voice our opinions on important issues. We found the debates inspiring, as they pushed us to consider different perspectives and express our views confidently. The entire experience left us feeling more informed and motivated to engage with important social issues. 

It was both an educational and fun experience that gave us valuable insights into the workings of the European Parliament.  

In April 2024, our school participated in the European Parliament Ambassador School (EPAS) program through an engaging Year 9 initiative centered on the EPAS Quiz. This experience combined teamwork, preparation, and determination, culminating in unforgettable achievements. Citizenship lessons played a key role, where we explored topics through interactive methods like quizzes, presentations, and games, supported by individual study booklets.

On April 9, our school held the EU Quiz, with Year 9 students competing in teams of five. After several rounds of elimination, the winners were Kate Harmsworth, Riona Seguna, Joy Grech, Eliza Tanti, and Jamiee Cauchi. The second-place team included Ella Grech, Neena Camilleri Briffa, Abby Caruana, Faye Lautier, and Serena Saliba, while third place went to Jade Micallef Cassar, Eliza Borg Scerri, Francesca Forte, Louisa Fsadni, and Michela Caruana.

The top three teams advanced to the national finals held on May 9—Europe Day—at Europe House in Valletta, Malta. Competing against other schools, our team emerged victorious after a challenging finale. The day concluded with a celebration, where we learned that the grand prize was a trip to Strasbourg, France, in February 2025 to participate in Euroscola.

This incredible opportunity will allow us to act as Members of the European Parliament for a day, collaborating with peers from across Europe. None of this would have been possible without the dedication and support of our fellow students.

Written by: Abby Caruana, Eliza Borg Scerri, Louisa Fsadni, Neena Camilleri Briffa, Faye Lautier, Ella Grech, Jade Micallef Cassar, Serena Marie Saliba, Francesca Forte, and Michela Caruana.

May, 2022: Ms. Daniela and Ms. Abigail had the pleasure of accompanying four of our students—Jade, Katrina, Francesca, and Celine—to the MOST Conference in Amsterdam. This significant event brought together schools from various countries, providing a unique platform for sharing and learning.

Our school was honoured with an invitation to present our Ekoskola projects, which focus on critical environmental issues such as reducing food waste, minimising plastic usage, and improving waste separation practices. This opportunity allowed our students to showcase their hard work and innovative solutions, engage with peers from around the world, and contribute to the global dialogue on sustainability. The experience was not only educational but also inspiring, highlighting the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing environmental challenges.