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We would like to share the latest edition of the eTwinning newsletter, which highlights new research on eTwinning’s impact, recent community activities, ready‑to‑use classroom resources and fresh training opportunities for teachers across Europe.

What you will find in this edition:

• Understanding eTwinning’s impact on learning - A new study by INDIRE (Italy) explores how participation in eTwinning projects supports pupils’ personal, social, digital and intercultural competencies. Join the online discussion with researchers and teachers on 10 June at 16:00 CEST and download the publication.

• Europe Day – Discover how teachers and pupils across Europe marked Europe Day on 9 May, reflecting on what it means to be part of a shared European community.

• Insights from recent workshops across Europe - Highlights from collaborative workshops in Thessaloniki, where school leaders explored inclusive leadership and basic skills, and in Vilnius, where eTwinning ambassadors focused on communication, engagement and community building.

• eTwinning activities ready for your classroom - Two project kits from the 2025 eTwinning book offer practical activities on democracy and social responsibility, and on gender equality and civic engagement, helping pupils reflect on key societal issues.

• New training opportunities - Access the recording of the Basic Skills Fair, join the course Inclusive numeracy through real‑world data and eTwinning (8 June), and explore collaboration opportunities through featured groups.

• EU Learning Corner - A free multilingual platform offering games, quizzes, lesson plans and videos on democracy, climate action and digital skills, available in all 24 EU languages.

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eTwinning newsletter

What you will find in this edition:

• European recognition scheme for teachers’ digital competencies - eTwinning teachers can now gain European‑level recognition for their digital skills through a new scheme supporting professional growth and career development. Completing all steps leads to a certificate recognising digital competence at B2 (expert) level.

• New podcast episode - The latest Teachers of Europe podcast explores how teachers can help pupils build curiosity, ethical awareness and critical thinking when working with data across subjects such as maths, science and social studies.

• Survey on digital wellbeing in schools - Teachers and stakeholders are invited to share insights on digital wellbeing, including screen time, digital distractions and online risks. The survey is open until 31 May 2026.

• Courses - Self‑paced materials include a child‑centred approach to playful reading.

• Webinars - Upcoming webinars address AI technologies for numeracy (21 May), financial literacy (27 May) and practical AI tips for teachers (4 June).

• Articles and publications - Recent publications cover creative teaching through Erasmus+ mobility, mobile phone use in schools, EU initiatives on citizenship education, history education for critical thinking, AI literacy in VET, and guidance on copyright and responsible AI use.

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European School Education Platform newsletter

The Office of the Secretary-General of the European Schools (OSGES) is pleased to invite teachers and educational staff to an upcoming webinar entitled “When Students Lead the Green Way”, to be held on Monday 15th June 2026, from 16:15 to 17:45 (CET).

The webinar will be delivered by Ms. Anastasia Zanni, Sustainability Coordinator for the Nursery and Primary cycles at the European School Brussels III (EEB3). The session will explore practical approaches to helping primary school students take an active role in sustainability initiatives through student participation, collaboration and shared decision-making. Through interactive activities and examples of practice, participants will discover simple tools that can help transform teacher-led environmental activities into meaningful student-led projects.

The webinar will provide:

• Practical strategies to support student participation and leadership in sustainability projects
• Examples of student-led eco-initiatives adapted for primary education
• Interactive activities and collaborative reflection opportunities
• A simple 4-step framework that can be applied in participants’ own school contexts

Registration is required.

Please register via the link: Webinar: When Students Lead the Green Way | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams

The session will be hosted online via MS Teams.

In addition, a dedicated webinar space has now been opened, where colleagues can find information about upcoming sessions, webinar recordings and resources shared during the webinars.

Access the webinar space here: Webinar – When Students Lead the Green Way – June 2026 | OSGES - CPD

We warmly encourage primary teachers, sustainability coordinators and all colleagues interested in environmental education and student participation to participate.

In this Webinar, Elita Račiņa, Secondary Cycle Inspector for the European Schools from Latvia and Chair of the Board of Secondary Cycle Inspectors during the Latvian Presidency (2025/2026), will explore how Mission & Vision principles can be meaningfully developed and implemented within schools and classrooms.

The session will introduce the terminology and core principles behind the Mission and Vision document and provide practical strategies for activating these ideas at both school and classroom levels. Through shared practice and collaborative activities, participants will develop a clearer and more unified understanding of the Mission, Values, Vision and Development Pillars, while also experimenting with practical classroom approaches that can be directly applied in their own teaching contexts.

The webinar will combine theoretical input, real examples, individual and group interactive tasks, and a short quiz at the end of the session.

  Tuesday, June 09, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

 Online

Specially recommended for Teachers and Educational Staff.

 

Registration is Open. Register here.

We are pleased to share information about the upcoming Inclusion Talks 2026 webinar, organised by EASNIE as part of this year’s thematic series on inclusive education.

In this Webinar, Laura Joma, State Methodologist in Social Sciences at the Latvian Ministry of Education & Science, will share her experience on how pastoral care is integrated into the education system in Latvia. 

The seminar will cover how the educational process is organized from preschool through the completion of general secondary education, as well as explain the role of the class teacher in ensuring students’ well-being and resilience against various risks. 

  Updated: Wednesday, June 17, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

 Online

Specially recommended for Class Teachers (Primary) and Educational Counselors. Registration is Open. Register here.

Disclaimer: 

The information shared here originates from third parties and is provided for informational purposes only. Schools may choose to disseminate it in the manner they consider most appropriate. Responsibility for the content and opinions expressed rests solely with the original source and does not necessarily reflect the views of the European Schools.

Europe101, a free online leadership programme (in English) for young adults aged 16 to 30, organizes a new cohort, starting on June 22^nd, 2026.

What is Europe101? This program offers young people the chance to develop essential leadership skills, expand their network, and prepare for future challenges, all with a strong connection to Europe.

What the program offers for young adults:

• Expanding their network: Participants connect with other motivated young people and influential leaders across Europe.
• A certificate: Upon completion, participants receive a certificate and LinkedIn badge, which they can showcase to potential employers and their network.
• Practical leadership skills: Through the innovative Liquid Leadership model, participants learn how to adapt to today’s challenges and develop their own leadership style.
• Free: The program is fully funded by Europe’s philanthropists, making it available at no cost to participants. It requires only a commitment of 3 hours per week for 4 weeks.

The next cohort starts on June 22^nd, 2026, with applications closing on June 17^th, 2026. For more information and to apply, visit:
d-teachschool.com/europe101

We would like to share the latest edition of the European School Education Platform newsletter, which focuses on literacy, digital wellbeing, future‑ready skills and new professional learning opportunities for educators.

What you will find in this edition:

• World Book Day - Celebrating World Book Day on 23 April, this edition highlights the role of reading in building curiosity, critical thinking and lifelong learning. Explore classroom practices from a Portuguese school and discover expert insights and resources on inclusive literacy, community engagement and developing confident readers.

• Survey on digital wellbeing in schools - A new survey invites teachers and stakeholders to share their views on digital wellbeing, including screen time, online risks and their impact on learning and mental health. Open until 31 May 2026.

• New podcast episode - The latest Teachers of Europe podcast explores how educators support pupils in developing resilience, collaboration and problem‑solving skills while addressing global challenges such as climate change and technological transformation.

• Courses - New courses focus on civic engagement through news, digital wellbeing, AI literacy and game‑based learning with eTwinning, and self‑paced materials include AI and personalised learning, strengthening literacy with eTwinning, and using debate to develop critical thinking.

• Webinars - Webinars cover peer mentoring, learning from mistakes and financial literacy.

• Articles and publications - Recent publications explore eTwinning Schools recognition, teacher pathways, mental health support initiatives, science teaching in VET, DigComp 3.0, school success for all learners and the link between reading and life skills.

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European School Education Platform newsletter

The Office of the Secretary-General of the European Schools (OSGES) is pleased to invite Career Guidance teachers, as well as all interested teachers and staff, to two upcoming webinars on Green Career Guidance, focusing on career opportunities in key renewable energy sectors.

If you did not have the opportunity to attend the initial OECD session, it remains available on the Continuous Professional Development (CPD) platform.

The sessions will provide:

• • Insights into key renewable energy sectors and their role in the green transition
  • An overview of emerging career opportunities, including both technical and non-technical roles
  • Practical examples of how these topics can be introduced in the classroom
  • Opportunities for exchange with sector experts and European Schools professionals

🔹 Wind Energy Sector
📅 Tuesday, 19 May 2026
🕓 16:15 – 17:15 (CET)

This session, delivered by experts from WindEurope, will explore the role of wind energy in the green transition, highlight emerging career opportunities, and provide practical examples of how schools can introduce these topics in the classroom.

Registration is required.
Please register via the link:
https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/eda1c4f2-8a67-44e3-8bc4-b6da635369b0@d339e069-1c93-4353-b307-0b227035ba42

🔹 Solar Energy Sector
📅 Thursday, 11 June 2026
🕓 16:15 – 17:00 (CET)

This session, delivered by SolarPower Europe, will provide an overview of the solar energy sector, its rapid growth, and the wide range of career pathways it offers, including non-technical roles. It will also address key skills needed for the future workforce and how schools can support students in navigating these pathways.

Registration is required.
Please register via the link:
https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/1c617ccb-2271-474d-aa80-d500c19c3ddb@d339e069-1c93-4353-b307-0b227035ba42