Safer Internet Day and Kindness Day celebrated by class 10LH4

At the beginning of February, class 10LH4 marked two very special dates: Safer Internet Day and Kindness Day. Aware that both themes are closely connected—promoting respect, empathy, and healthy interaction, both in person and online—the students prepared a range of activities that involved the entire school community.

This initiative was also part of the eTwinning project “Windows opening to classrooms of tomorrow,” in which the class has been working throughout the school year, reflecting on the responsible use of the Internet and the importance of kindness in both the digital and real worlds.

On February 10, poetry served as the starting point for reflecting on the importance of friendship and empathy. The students of 10LH4 visited several classes and shared poems about friendship, by authors such as Vinicius de Moraes (Sonnet to a Friend), Cecília Meireles (Message to Distant Friends), Carlos Drummond de Andrade (Old Love), Eugénio de Andrade (Urgently), Florbela Espanca (Friend), Alexandre O’Neill (Friend), and also an original poem titled Friendship written by student Maria Inês Araújo. The readings were accompanied by themed bookmarks, created by the students themselves and offered to teachers as a symbolic gesture of sharing and friendship.

                                  

On February 11, a lecture on Internet safety and the consequences of bullying and cyberbullying took place, led by Engineer José Carlos Silva and psychologist Maria José Barbosa. Class 10LH4 played an active role in the organization: they designed the promotional poster, prepared the venue, and opened the session, welcoming the speakers, teachers, and students. The event offered moments of sharing, reflection, and awareness, particularly for classes 10LH4, 10CSE1, and 12TSI, emphasizing the importance of responsible and empathetic online behavior.

Throughout the week, the school library was decorated with posters created by the students of 10LH4, raising awareness of safety and empathy online. On the library’s tree, colorful hearts displayed messages of kindness and solidarity, reminding everyone that, both on the Internet and in real life, respect and gentleness are the best ways to make the world — physical and digital — a safer and more humane place.

Safer Internet Day

As part of the Windows Opening to Classrooms of Tomorrow project, class 10LH4 is organizing a meeting with engineer José Carlos Silva and psychologist Maria José Barbosa, dedicated to the theme “The dangers of the internet and their consequences in our lives.”

This initiative aims to raise students’ awareness of safer and more mindful use of digital technologies, encouraging reflection on the impact of the internet on everyday life, namely in areas such as privacy, cyberbullying, misinformation, and time management online.

The goal is to help everyone develop digital citizenship skills, promoting responsible, critical, and respectful attitudes in the digital environment, in line with the spirit of Safer Internet Day, which seeks to involve schools and communities in building a better internet for children and young people.

eTwinning Portugal Corner

Creative Works in the eTwinning Project

Portuguese students have been developing various creative works within the eTwinning project, namely slogans, posters, logos, and infographics, which allow them to reflect on the project's themes, communicate clear and appealing messages, and use digital tools while collaborating with peers from other countries and strengthening their citizenship and visual communication skills.

                                   

Second partners’ meeting assesses progress and sets next steps

The second partners’ meeting took place in an atmosphere of cooperation and knowledge sharing. The main goals of this meeting were to review the work carried out so far, identify the main challenges encountered, and outline strategies to overcome them.

During the session, each team presented an update on the activities completed to date, highlighting both achievements and the difficulties faced throughout the process. Together, the partners discussed practical solutions to optimize task implementation and strengthen communication among participants.

The next phases of the project were also addressed, with special attention given to the schedule of upcoming activities and the definition of responsibilities for each partner. The meeting was marked by motivation and teamwork, reflecting the shared commitment to the project’s quality and success.

This second meeting represented an important milestone in consolidating the project, allowing adjustments to strategies and reinforcing collaboration among all participants.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS

 

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Welcome to our project

 “Window Opening to the Classroom of Tomorrow”

The eTwinning project “Window Opening to the Classroom of Tomorrow” unites students and teachers from Turkey and Portugal in a shared mission to prevent bullying through creative and collaborative learning. By connecting classrooms across borders, it promotes empathy, respect, and inclusion while encouraging students to stand up for kindness and understanding in everyday life.

Discover Our Partner Cities in the eTwinning Project!

Let's explore the map of our European adventure! Our eTwinning project connects vibrant cities from Portugal and Turkey, each bringing their unique cultural heritage and energy to this exciting collaboration.

Guimarães in Portugal and Istanbul in Turkey form the essential pieces of our collaborative puzzle! These city partnerships foster incredible cultural exchanges, lasting friendships, and enriching learning experiences that will remain etched in every student's memory. 

Stay tuned to the blog to see this European network of creativity and solidarity in action!​

Guimarães - Portugal

Çanakkale - Turkey

Çanakkale - Turkey

(Ibn-i Sina Vocational and Technical Anatolian High School)

Discover our partner schools in the eTwinning project!

Let's explore the map of our European adventure! Our eTwinning project brings together fantastic schools from Portugal and Turkey, each contributing their unique talent to this incredible collaboration.

Each school represents an essential piece of our collaborative puzzle! These partnerships will enable amazing cultural exchanges, new friendships, and learning experiences that will stay in the memory of all students.

Stay tuned to the blog to see this European network of creativity and solidarity in action!

Portuguese School: Agrupamento de Escolas Francisco de Holanda

Turkish school: Toki Anatolian High School 

First partners’ meeting defines activity plan and responsibilities

 The project team gathered for the first time to officially launch the planned activities. This meeting was essential to align objectives, share ideas, and define the main tasks that each partner will be responsible for developing in the next stages.

During the meeting, the planned activities were discussed to ensure a balanced distribution of responsibilities among colleagues. Each team presented suggestions and strategies to guarantee that all actions will be implemented collaboratively and effectively.

The atmosphere was filled with enthusiasm and a strong sense of cooperation among all partners, who showed great motivation to achieve the project’s goals. It was agreed that the next meeting will focus on monitoring the progress of the first tasks and sharing preliminary results.

This initial meeting represented an important step toward building a collaborative work dynamic and strengthening the bonds among participants—a very positive sign for the project’s success.