Educational Programmes
The E.S.T.C. of Soufli implements programs (Ref. No. Φ11/10114/Δ7/29-01-2025) in which school units may participate:
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with one class section
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with an Environmental Team
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within the framework of educational visits
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during the implementation of Erasmus+ programs
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within the Actions of Active Citizenship, Local History and Geography
The Action may take place:
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during a visit to K.E.PE.A. of Soufli
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at the school unit – in the classroom
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in the field related to the respective program
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through a combination of the above, adapted to the educational needs of the student group
In all cases, the program is designed in collaboration with the teacher and includes, among other things:
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a brief presentation – introduction to the thematic unit,
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group work, methodology elements – tools and techniques,
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investigation and information research,
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experiential games and constructions,
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presentation of results, and
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evaluation.
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The duration of the program will be determined by the educational level, the space selected, and the teacher's needs.
For the implementation of the programs, the applicable school health protocols and regulations for educational visits will be strictly followed.
Additional Options
1. “Environmental Education goes… everywhere”
This is a short program (2 teaching hours) addressed to all levels of education and all teaching specialties. Essentially, it can be used as a means of cultivating environmental awareness and behavior within any subject area. In this way, the learning object is broadened (interdisciplinarity, collaborative – experiential – inquiry-based learning) and aligned with the requirements of the new Curricula.
Within this framework, it can be incorporated into the implementation of Actions for Education for Sustainability, Active Citizenship, and Local History and Geography. In each Program description, its connection to the 17 Sustainable Development Goals is specified.
The exact program, content, methodology, and pedagogical tools will be determined following consultation and collaboration with the teacher of the specific school class.
2. School-Based Professional Development
The above-mentioned Environmental Programs can also be utilized within the framework of teacher professional development in school units, following relevant consultation and planning regarding timing, needs, thematic focus, etc.
