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Primary School Petar Preradović
Located in Zagreb, Croatia, Primary School Petar Preradović serves as the project's coordinator. The school leverages its extensive experience in both national and international projects, including Erasmus+ initiatives.
With a strong focus on digital literacy, environmental protection, and innovative teaching methods, the school is ideally positioned to lead E-Walk. It boasts a dedicated team of educators committed to fostering holistic student development and promoting active citizenship.
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Juraj, our PE teacher and project coordinator, is the driving force behind this project. In 2020, he launched a pilot project to encourage children to be more active - an idea that earned the prestigious BeActive Award in the Education category. Fueled by his passion, the project has since evolved, reaching beyond Croatia’s borders. Juraj leads the project with dedication, coordinating activities and guiding the team toward its goals.
Josipa and Barbara, our English language teachers, facilitate communication among project team members and assist in organizing and overseeing project activities.
Our principal Denis, school secretary Zlatko and accountant Ana-Marija provide ongoing support and ensure all activities run smoothly by resolving legal matters and managing financial operations.
Elementary School “Jovan Sterija Popović”
Situated in Belgrade, Serbia, Elementary School “Jovan Sterija Popović” brings a wealth of experience in implementing project activities, particularly those focused on environmental awareness and promoting healthy lifestyles. Their commitment to student well-being and active participation makes them a valuable asset to E-Walk. They are eager to contribute their expertise in developing engaging educational content and organizing community-based events that align with the project's goals.
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Elementary school “Jovan Sterija Popović” is an oldest school in this part of Belgrade. First written records date back to 1715, and the building in which the school operates was constructed in 1959. Although the school building was designed to accommodate 700 students, it is presently attended by over 1000 students divided into 38 classes. The school staff is highly educated and unique. The school is named after a playwright, the founder of Serbian drama and famous comedy playwright, Jovan Sterija Popović.
Escola Sant Josep
Located in Terrassa, Spain, Escola Sant Josep is an experienced primary school with a strong emphasis on fostering a love for learning and promoting active citizenship.
They are particularly keen on integrating new technologies into their teaching practices and have a proven track record in environmental education projects.
Their enthusiasm for outdoor learning and their commitment to sustainable practices align perfectly with E-Walk's objectives, and they will be instrumental in developing engaging activities that connect students with nature.
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Sant Josep is a kindergarten and primary school located in Terrassa, near Barcelona, in Spain. The team involved in this project is made up of Àngels, the school’s headmistress; Dani, the fifth-grade teacher and Erasmus coordinator; and Mar, the English and art teacher. In addition, our ambassadors are highly committed fifth-grade students: Adei, Ian, Oliver, Adrián, Yaiza, Mar, Unai, Abril, and Martina. We are very excited to be part of this amazing team, believing that by walking together, we grow and learn more every day.
Agrupamento de Escolas Santos Simões
Located in Guimarães, Portugal, Agrupamento de Escolas Santos Simões is a cluster of schools with a strong commitment to educational innovation and community engagement.
They have extensive experience in participating in international projects, focusing on themes such as environmental sustainability, digital citizenship, and cultural heritage.
Their dedication to promoting active learning and fostering a sense of global responsibility among their students makes them an invaluable partner for E-Walk, contributing significantly to the project's outreach and impact.
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Located in Guimarães, the Agrupamento de Escolas Santos Simões (AESS) stands out as a benchmark in the region's education scene. Created in July 2007, the grouping consolidates a cohesive and diverse educational structure. Currently, the AESS includes six schools spread across the different parishes with hundreds of students from pre-school to secondary education.
The educational offer is vast, encompassing the three cycles of basic education and secondary education, with scientific-humanistic and professional courses, such as Sports.
The school is also committed to developing extracurricular projects and activities that promote students' personal and academic enrichment, such as the Erasmus+ program, especially the “Walk Around the Earth” project, and different partnerships. Therefore, it continues to establish itself as a benchmark institution in the municipality of Guimarães, uniting tradition, innovation, and inclusion in its educational project.
Portuguese Teachers' team:
Benjamim Salgado, Bruno Pereira, Sofia Branco.
Ozel Bornova Bahçeşehir Ortaokulu
Located in Izmir, Turkey, Ozel Bornova Bahçeşehir Ortaokulu is a private middle school renowned for its innovative approach to education and strong emphasis on STEM subjects.
They are highly invested in incorporating digital tools and fostering critical thinking skills among their students.
With a keen interest in environmental protection and global citizenship, this school will bring valuable perspectives and technical expertise to E-Walk, particularly in developing digital resources and engaging students in project-based learning activities.
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Ozel Bornova Bahçeşehir Ortaokulu is a private school in Izmir, Turkiye, offering education from kindergarten to lower secondary level. We provide intensive English education and value foreign language learning. Our extracurricular activities in arts and sports support creativity and teamwork. The school has completed seven Erasmus+ projects and actively participates in international collaborations.
Let’s Meet the Turkish Team
Meltem and Gül are English teachers who support students' communication skills and help manage international communication within the project.
Elçin, the mathematics teacher, contributes by organizing data-based tasks and assisting with evaluation and monitoring.
Barış, the physical education teacher, leads the sports activities, focusing on teamwork, health, and student engagement.
Our principal Bülent Öz provides strong institutional support and ensures smooth coordination throughout the project.
45th Primary School of Patras
Located in Patras, Greece, the 45th Primary School is a dynamic educational institution with a strong commitment to fostering a holistic learning environment.
They actively participate in European projects, focusing on themes such as cultural diversity, social inclusion, and environmental awareness.
Their dedication to promoting active participation and developing creative approaches to education makes them a valuable addition to E-Walk, contributing to the project's aim of encouraging outdoor activity and digital literacy.
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45th Primary School is situated in a surburban area of Patras, in Southwestern Greece, named “MYLOI” since in this area there were a lot of watermills. The people who lived around in the past used the power of the water to grind wheat. Our school is surrounded by green olive trees. So, the water and the sun embrace our school all year round and fill us with optimism and joy. It is a public school enrolling about 250 students( 6-12 years old) The staff consists of 32 well qualified, experienced and highly motivated teachers.
In whatever activity we carry out, we follow our 4 core principles: 1) dedication – meaning that we give our 100% and more; 2) openness – we work with – and for the public; 3) positivity – we see opportunities rather than problems; and 4) enthusiasm – we want to change our surroundings for the better. Surely, it’s easy to list these values on paper and a lot harder to follow them through in real.
Out team: Mrs Emmy our principal, Mrs Anna our P.E., Mrs Angeliki our ICT, Mrs Georgia and Mrs Dina our English teachers, Mrs Zeta, Roula, Aspasia, Penny, Theodora our class teachers and Mr Lampros our social worker.
MindSpin
Located in Nicosia, Cyprus, MindSpin is an R&D organization dedicated to fostering innovation and promoting social good.
They specialize in developing human-centered solutions through multidisciplinary research and cutting-edge technology, with a strong focus on areas like environmental sustainability, social cohesion, and quality education.
MindSpin brings a wealth of expertise in project design, implementation, and coordination, making them a key partner in driving the E-Walk project's innovative and impactful solutions.
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MindSpin is an innovative organisation based in Cyprus, leading the way in the research and development of sport and physical activity through technological transformation. MindSpin develops cutting-edge tools to improve athletic performance and experience, while promoting inclusion, equality, and ethics in sport. Their work connects science, education, and technology to build a better sporting world for everyone. At the heart of everything they do are 4 guiding principles: innovation – they constantly push boundaries to explore what’s next in sports technology; inclusion – they create space for everyone, regardless of background or ability; collaboration – they build strong networks, locally and globally; and responsibility – they strive for ethical, sustainable change in sport and society.
MindSpin has received many awards for its initiatives which provide a safe, ethical, and inclusive sporting environment for people from all backgrounds. Their main objectives are to enable low-participation groups and disadvantaged people to participate in sport and physical activity, foster the development of lifelong activities across a range of population groups, empower communities to provide opportunities for participation in a variety of local programs and events, support schools in providing a diverse range of opportunities for participation in sport and physical activity, promote linkage between clubs, schools and communities, and engage with national bodies of sport and physical activity in the delivery of their programs and initiatives.
The team includes Dr Lamprini Papargyri, Director of MindSpin and a leading expert in sport innovation; Elena Mirachi, psychologist specialising in sport psychology and athlete well-being; Kyriakos Apostolou, an experienced sports journalist supporting public engagement and advocacy; and Rena Antoniou, their valued administrative staff member.
University of Cassino and Lazio Meridionale
Located in Cassino, Italy, the University of Cassino and Lazio Meridionale is a public university with a strong commitment to research, innovation, and community engagement.
The university's Department of Human Sciences, Society and Health boasts significant expertise in educational sciences, digital pedagogy, and social research.
Their involvement in E-Walk will be crucial for developing robust pedagogical frameworks, conducting impact assessments, and ensuring the project's long-term sustainability through academic rigor and research-backed methodologies.
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Established in 1979, the University of Cassino and Lazio Meridionale is a key academic institution in Southern Lazio, with a strong commitment to scientific research, innovation, and high-quality education. Structured into five Departments - Economics and Law, Civil and Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Information Engineering, Literature and Philosophy and Human Sciences, Society and Health - the university promotes nationally and internationally relevant projects in the fields of technology, inclusion, and the development of cross-disciplinary skills involving all academic areas. Within the E-Walk project, UNICAS contributes its scientific and technological expertise to the creation of innovative solutions combining applied research, physical activity initiatives, and dissemination actions, fostering accessibility, active participation, and the engagement of academic and local communities.
Azikus
Azikus is a digital agency based in Zagreb, Croatia, specialising in modern mobile and web development.
Our team combines design, technology, and strategy to create user-friendly digital products.
In the Walking Around the Earth Project, we’re applying that expertise to support youth engagement across Europe.
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Azikus is a digital agency based in Zagreb, Croatia, specialising in modern mobile and web development. Our team combines design, technology, and strategy to create user-friendly digital products. In the Walking Around The Earth Project, we’re applying that expertise to support youth engagement across Europe.
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