At the end of May our Year 8 an 9 pupils visited Parliament.
They leant more about politicians’ work and law submission.
BESST swimmers
Our Year 4 pupils finished 10-weeks swimming course, thanks to which they improved they swimming skills and learnt more swimming styles.
For their effort and courage thay received certificates.
International Day of Biodiversity
In May, we celebrated the International Day of Biodiversity. We have prepared a variety of activities for pupils: finding sand animals, imitating movements, information about the social value of protected insects and much more. Among other things, pupils also read about various organisms on the National Geographic website, thanks to QR codes and iPads. We all had a great time and in the end we were surprised by the insect hotel built by our Year 2 pupils.
We are looking forward to other similar activities.
International Day of Museums
The International Museum Day was held over the weekend of May 18, 2019, so our children from 3.A, 3.B, 3.C and 3.D chose to visit the West Slovak Museum in Trnava, where we a lovely guide. After a theoretical lecture we were introduced to workshops where we made beautiful souvenirs.
Ms. Natali
Art Studio Exhibition 2019
On May 17, 2019, a ceremonial opening of the art works of the pupils attending the Art Studio under the leadership of Ms Adel, Mr Jozef and Ms Evka took place. In our school, in a lovely artistic atmosphere, children showed their art pieces: still life, Trnava streets, portraits, flowers and animal motifs, mandalas and hand-painted statues of bears “Buddy Bear”.
Children received huge applause, besides flowers and diplomas.
We believe that in such a great atmosphere, full of talent, we will meet next year ...
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Woodsman visiting BESST
On 10.5. we were visited by a woodsman who told us many things about his work and also showed us some of his catches.
We learned new information about some species, about plants and how to look after nature. After the talk, mr woodsman surprised us with a competition from which some of us took a sweet reward.
It was a very enjoyable experience for us and we are already looking forward to seeing him again.
Piano
Have you heard? Since April, in our school corridors you could hear music, sometimes even singing! How is that possible? Is it Queen at BESST? Maybe… But maybe it’s just our Secondary and High School students playingour new piano.
It has a special place on our top floor - it’s there for every musicial, so go ahead and try it out.
You might be surprised!
BESST Open Day
On second week in April our school opened its doors to all interested in studying at our school. On Monday 8th April we welcomed parents of our preschool pupils and other parents to our Open Day. During the day they had an opportunity to attend the lessons and experience the educational process themselves.
From Tuesday to Friday we had First Grade enrollment. Our kindergarten giraffes, along with other children, did their best to solve tasks given by Ms Zuzka, Janka and Katka. As a reward for all their bravery and diligence, all the preschoolers received a gift the school management had prepared, as well as the little things their older friends had created for our new Primary School pupils.
Daffodils Day
Traditionally, Daffodils Day was held at our school. On April 11, 2019 we could contribute to the voluntary financial collection of the League Against Cancer. By attaching daffodil flower, we expressed our support to cancer patients. Together we managed to collect € 843.01.
We thank all pupils, parents and school staff for their cooperation.
Giraffes visit
Giraffes from our kindergarten came to visit us. We had lot of fun during our reading and writing lessons, maths, science and English language.
They experiences how it is like to be a first grader, so we look forward to September.
Marathon of movement
On 4th April 2019 girls from our Secondary and High School tested their condition on Sports event called Marathon of movement.
The Marathon of movement is a traditional event, organised yearly at Trnava Sports centre in order to support Daffodils Day and fight againgst the cancer. Girls took part in 5 different excercises: TABATA, AEROBICS, POWER YOGA, ZUMBA and HIP-HOP.
Night with Andresen 2019
This year round our Primary School spent night at school to honor Andresen. We have experienced a magical fairy-tale night full of fun but also interesting activities. After completing each activity we reached to the Princess of the Peas, which left us a clue how to find a treasure. Together, we managed to find the treasure before bedtime, so we could fully immerse ourselves in magical dreams.
Trip to Kids house
Year 1 and Year 2 pupils had fun during their motivational system trip to Bratislava, where they visited KidsHouse as a reward for their hard work in Motivational System. They tried huge slide, jumped on trampolines, got lost in labyrinth and even played football. A special room for disco dancing gave them opportunity to dance, as well.
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Ice-skating in Vienna
Motivational system rewards took us to Vienna this time. Wiener Eistraum - Vienna ice dream is in magical place - in front of famous Vienna city hall - at Rathausplatz. Beautiful sunny weather made this trip even more enjoyable for us.
We all had loads of fun together.
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Slovak libraries Week
From 4th-10th March 2019 we celebrated Slovak libraries week. This year’s motto was ’Library for everyone’. Our pupils also took part in this celebration.
With their creativity they attracted some books to their fellow students.
In funny and educational way we got introduced to new interesting books.
Talk with Braňo Jobus
Last week, Mr Braňo Jobus, a writer who wrote many interesting books, came to visit our Year 2 pupils. During the presentation he introduces his books to us. He even sang some of his songs to us!
We all had great time together!
Sunny School Saturday
Painting school walls and decorating windows was no problem for our pupils and their parents. Thanks to them, the school playground has a sparkling new yellow facade. They carefully cut every single paper flower and leaf and made beautiful window decorations out of them.
The sun was shining and could not believe in what was going on at school on Saturday.
Have a look.
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Safer internet day
Everybody uses internet today. It became part of our lives, and our helper. However, sometimes we forget that it can also be dangerous. Through various activities we reminded ourselves for to stay protected.
I know what I eat
Year 3, 4, 5 and 6 participated in project called I know what I eat. The aim of the project was to motivate children to a healthy lifestyle and eating habits and to engourage them in their sport activities. They attended a presentation led by lecturers from the Department of Health, where they leant what a varied diet is. They built their own eating plan, and talked about the benefits of regular movement for our life.
Ski Trip
On 28th January we went for a ski trip in skiing centre Gerlitzen in Austrian Alps. We enjoyed wonderful skiing on perfectly maintained hills, we improved our abilities and made friendship bonds. After a difficult day full of skiing we relaxed to the fullest extend in the hotel wellness centre every day. We also enjoyed much fun while playing games and doing various activities. At the end of the ski trip we enjoyed beautiful scenery of Alps. Whole trip was going on without problems thanks to exemplary behaviour of our students. We cannot wait for our next ski trip!
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