Spring has arrived at Eurécole, bringing with it a variety of educational projects, cultural outings, and inspiring initiatives that have filled the weeks leading up to the Easter holidays. Here’s a look back at the highlights of recent weeks and a preview of what’s coming up!
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🍀 Saint Patrick’s Day at the Primary School
On March 17, students celebrated the traditional Irish holiday of Saint Patrick’s Day. The entire primary school was decked out in green for the occasion, and cultural activities were organized to help students discover the origins and symbols of this festive day.
🐶 Middle School Students Support Guide Dogs for the Blind
Over the past few weeks, the Student Council (Bureau des Élèves) has launched a meaningful project to raise awareness within the school community about the essential role of guide dogs for the visually impaired.
First, students welcomed the Chiens Guides de Paris association for a fascinating talk about the role these dogs play in daily life. Following this visit, the BDE students co-led a special awareness session for CE1 to CM2 classes at the primary school.
🧳 CM2 Trip to the Basque Country
CM2 students spent a week immersed in the heart of the Basque Country, combining cultural, sports, and scientific discoveries:
– Guided tour of the prehistoric caves of Isturitz and Oxocelhaya
– Hiking in the Basque mountains
– Introduction to Basque pelota and traditional games
– Cheese-making workshop
– Discovery of local musical instruments
– Visit to the city of Saint-Jean-de-Luz
🧁 Dream Job Bake Sale at the Primary School
On the last day before the Easter break, primary students came dressed as their dream jobs: astronauts, doctors, pilots, firefighters, artists, scientists, footballers, architects… and many more professions that inspire them.
Thank you to Eurécape for organizing this delicious bake sale.
🎓 Events, Workshops & Educational Outings
🇪🇸 Spotlight on Spanish Projects
Many activities have taken place recently as part of the Spanish curriculum:
📰 Journalism Workshop with José Dorado
Students from CE1 to CM2 participated in a workshop led by a Spanish journalist. They learned how to structure an article, write a catchy headline, and illustrate a magazine page—all in Spanish
🛰️ Satellite Activity with the Horus Association
CE2 students visited the Eurécole middle school for a Spanish-language activity hosted by the Horus association. After discovering the “Horus XV” project, students had the chance to design and build their very own homemade satellites!
🪶 Workshop with the Chilean Embassy on Indigenous Peoples
Students from CP to CM1 explored various Latin American communities, learning about their lifestyles, structures, and traditions. The workshop included legends and traditional dances, concluding with an artistic activity where each student illustrated one of the cultures studied.
🌺 Field Trip to the Parc Floral de Vincennes
As part of the “Mexican Spring” exhibition, CE2 and CM1 students took part in an educational visit to the Parc Floral. They observed the floral diversity of the region and discussed the symbolism and characteristics of Mexican flora.
🎨 4e and 3e Students Visit Galerie 19M
Middle school students in 4e and 3e had the opportunity to visit Galerie 19M, a space dedicated to arts and crafts. They observed artisans such as embroiderers, feather makers, shoemakers, and pattern makers at work, and later participated in a creative workshop.
🍰 Primary School Bake–Off!
As part of their Spanish lessons, CM2 students took part in a bake-off competition. Each student prepared a cake, and the whole class held a blind tasting session to crown the “best baker.”
🔬 Focus on Our English & Science Workshops
The science workshops in English, led by Madame T., are a key component of Eurécole’s educational approach. Inspired by Anglo-Saxon programs, they combine language learning, science, and hands-on experiments. Students develop both scientific and language skills while having fun!
Here are some recent projects:
– CE2 – All About Our Bodies: Students studied bones, organs, and muscles in English, using models and annotated diagrams.
– CP – Animals and Their Habitats: Through games and discussions, students explored animal habitats and compared life “underground” and “above ground.”
– CE1 – Photosynthesis: Study of the photosynthesis process, planting daffodil bulbs, and observing their growth.
– CM1 – Making Butter: Experimentation with solid-liquid phase separation through butter-making.
– CM1 – Chemical Reaction: Demonstration of gas release by inflating a balloon using a vinegar and baking soda reaction.
– CM2 – Algae and Water: Study of algae proliferation in aquatic ecosystems, with experiments to explore ways to reduce it.
– CM2 – Digestive System: Modeling the human digestive system and observing the digestion process.
🧩 Educational Projects
👩🔬 International Women’s Rights Day
To mark International Women’s Rights Day, several classes worked throughout March on inspiring female figures. The project concluded with a performance by the Rosetta association for students from Grande Section to CM2, spotlighting the lives of Emmeline Pankhurst, Samantha Cristoforetti, Jane Evrard, and Berta Cáceres.
⚛️ Quantum Physics Lecture in English at the Middle School
A physicist from the International Bureau of Weights and Measures—and a Eurécole parent—gave a lecture in English to 4e and 3e students on the basics of quantum mechanics. The session was very well received, with students showing strong interest and asking many thoughtful questions.
😁 CP Students Learn About Teeth!
After a visit from an orthodontist, CP students prepared presentations for preschoolers on dental hygiene: types of teeth, cavity prevention, brushing, and a song by Pierre Lozère to learn how to brush properly. They finished by reading a story to the younger students.
🎭 Grande Section Visit to the Quai Branly Museum
Grande Section students visited the Quai Branly Museum to explore global arts and cultures. They followed up with an art workshop where they created clay masks inspired by their museum discoveries—a rich cultural and artistic experience.
🗞️ Eurécole’s 35th Anniversary Journal
Created by middle school students for Eurécole’s 35th anniversary, this journal includes an exclusive interview with the school’s founder, Madame Duval, along with many student-written articles sharing their views on today’s world.
