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INTERNACIONALIZACIÓN DEL I.E.S. SIERRA DE GÁDOR
From June 15th to 22nd, 2025
From June 15th to 22nd, 2025
Szkola Podstawowa nr 75
im. Marii Konopnickiej
By María Dolores Almendros Enríquez
After Magdalena and Roman picked me up at the airport, we went together for breakfast and visited the BUW (the Library of Warsaw University) and the rooftop gardens. In the afternoon, we attended a Chopin concert at the Royal Baths Garden and ended the day with a excellent dinner.
Warsaw impressed me as a vibrant and resilient city, where modern architecture blends seamlessly with historical landmarks. Despite its turbulent past, the city has a lively atmosphere, full of cultural events, green spaces, and friendly people. Walking through Warsaw, I felt the strong spirit of renewal and hope that defines this dynamic capital.
Day 1: Monday, the 16th
IES Sierra de Gádor Presentation
Discovering the sourrondings of IES Sierra de Gádor
"Yupana" workshop
The Yupana is an abacus or instrument used to perform arithmetic and mathematical operations. With this tool, numerical quantities are represented, and mathematical operations are carried out.
The first school day went as follows, I was accompanied all the time by Magdalena Kapelewska:
1st lesson (8:00–8:45): Welcome to Szkoła Podstawowa.
2nd and 3rd lessons (8:55–10:35): English presentations by 7m students (ages 13–14) for me. After that I presented IES Sierra de Gádor and I compared the Spanish and Polish educational systems. In addition, I explained what the diagnostic tests are like for our 2nd-year secondary school students. (1) (2)
4th lesson (10:45–11:30): I taught a class for 5a students (ages 11–12), introducing English vocabulary related to mathematics and some basic calculations (algebra and three-dimensional geometry: calculation of area and volume of triangle, square, rhombus, trapezoid, cube, rectangular prism, and prism). (3)
5th lesson (11:40–12:25): I had the pleasure of enjoying ‘Yupana’ workshop with the 8a students (ages 14–15).
In the afternoon, I enjoyed a walk through the Old Town and had dinner.
Day 2: Thursday, the 17th
At the Technical University of Warsaw
At the Technical University of Warsaw
Together with Magdalena and the headmistress, I attended the students' presentations, where they explored freely chosen topics in mathematics.
Maths lessons at the school
Maths lessons at the school
Maths lessons at the school were interactive and focused on problem-solving
On this day, from the 1st to the 3rd lessons (8:00–10:35), we visited the Warsaw University of Technology, where we had the opportunity to attend several mathematics presentations prepared for the school students.
During the 4th lesson (10:45–11:30), I taught a mathematics class for class 6a, focusing on prisms. It was interesting to compare the level of 12- to 13-year-old students in Poland with my students in Spain. (4)
In the 5th lesson (11:40–12:25), I taught another mathematics class for 7c. The topic was blocks/logs, as part of a review of prisms and pyramids. Again, it was worth comparing the mathematics level of 13- to 14-year-old students between both countries. (5)
In both classes I was accompanied by Karolina Fatyga, who is the Math teacher.
After classes, we had lunch at Si Restaurant, followed by a cruise on the Vistula River . We ended the day with dinner with a dinner at a famous georgian restaurant.
Day 3: Wednesday, the 18th
Proyect Towards Values
Proyect Towards Values
A survey with simple questions about mathematics, centered around the main topic:
"Do you believe that Mathematics is the mother of all sciences?"
During the School Meal
During the School Meal
At the school lunch, I had the opportunity to talk with several teachers. It was a really enjoyable moment
From the 1st to the 4th lessons, I participated in activities at the Fab Lab, exploring mathematics as the mother of all sciences. That included a street survey with children from the project “Towards Values” and workshops with professional recording teams.
Later, we enjoyed a chocolate tasting at Wedel.
After classes, we had lunch at a latin restaurant called La Cantina, time for shopping and we ended the day we ended the day with dinner at Czarnomorka Restaurant as a courtesy from the school, with other fellow teachers.
Day 4: Thursday, the 19th
The Feast of Corpus Christi
On Thursday, we went on an excursion to Łowicz to see the Corpus Christi procession, although we arrived late because a mistake, we were still able to enjoy lunch at a traditional countryside house, a restaurant called Karczma pod Złotym Prosiakiem. Afterwards, we traveled to Nieborów, where we had the chance to appreciate how the former aristocracy lived, along with their art and culture.
On the way back to Warsaw, I had some free time to rest.
Day 5: Friday, the 20th
Arrival in Gdańsk
Arrival in Gdańsk
In the morning, we left for Gdańsk by train, as it was the fastest way to travel. Gdansk is a historic port city located on the Balric coast in norhen Poland. It was a day dedicated to sightseeing in Gdańsk and a weekend to share with our Polish colleagues, Magdalena and Roman.
Gdańsk is known for its rich maritime heritage and beautifully restored Old Town, offers a unique blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture. The city played a significant role in European history, especially as the birthplace of the Solidarity movement, which helped bring an end to communism in Central and Eastern Europe. Walking through its cobbled streets, you can admire colorful merchant houses, visit the famous Neptune Fountain, and explore the long riverside promenade. After lunch, there was time for a stroll through the amber jewelry shops — amber being a typical stone of the region.
At 7:00 p.m., we attended a symphony concert at the Gdańsk Philharmonic, and we ended the day with dinner at La Cucina. Gdańsk is vibrant, culturally rich, and offers a fascinating contrast to other Polish cities like Warsaw or Kraków.
Day 6: Saturday, the 21st
The farewell
The farewell
On our last day together, we went on a short trip to Sopot, which is a small, charming seaside town. Sopot is famous for its beautiful beaches, the longest wooden pier in Europe, and its relaxed, resort-like atmosphere. It offers a peaceful contrast to the energy of Warsaw, making it a perfect destination for a short getaway.
After our visit to Sopot, we collected our luggage and made our way back to Warsaw, where I said goodbye (with great sadness) to our dear friends Roman and Magdalena, thanking them sincerely for everything they had done for me during my stay.
Day 7: Sunday, the 22nd
Day 7: Sunday, the 22nd
Coming back home
Coming back home
After completing the mobility program, I prepared for my return home.I took the return flight from Warsaw to Málaga, and by the afternoon I was already home, carrying a suitcase full of lived experiences and emotions.
I would like to formally acknowledge and commend the work of the colleague Magdalena Kapelewska at the host school who so kindly welcomed me. Throughout my time here, I have consistently felt supported, warmly received, and attentively cared for, which has greatly contributed to making this experience both enriching and rewarding.
I would also like to express my sincere gratitude to the Erasmus coordinator José Antonio Cárceles from my high school for his impeccable and tireless work, which has been instrumental in making this mobility possible.
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