Partners review progress on local dissemination activities

Project partners met online to review progress on the dissemination activities taking place in Belgium, North Macedonia and Italy. The meeting provided an opportunity to share updates, coordinate upcoming events and discuss how to communicate the project's achievements to local communities.

Planned initiatives include meetings with schools and parents, tree-planting activities, a Teacher Café focusing on diversity in classrooms, and events involving students and local stakeholders. Partners also discussed newsletters, press coverage and the European Commission's guidance on How to Communicate Your Project.

The next online monitoring meeting is scheduled for 16 December 2026, with a further follow-up expected in February. See results

Six trees planted at Bosco Limite: our Erasmus+ green commitment in action

On 10 October 2026, Teachersrise participated in a community tree-planting event at Bosco Limite, in Carmignano di Brenta, organised by WOWnature, an initiative powered by Etifor. As part of the Erasmus+ project, Teachersrise supported the planting of six trees, one for each participant in the international teacher training course.

The event brought together local community members and businesses. Etifor introduced the initiative and explained how to plant the trees, while representatives of two supporting local businesses addressed the participants. The programme also included a guided tour of Bosco Limite, opportunities to discover its forest kindergarten, a meeting with Etifor's CEO and a dance performance.

The activity turned the project's environmental commitment into concrete action, connecting sustainability, education and community participation. See results

Growing inclusion together: students plant flowers at school

As part of the project's dissemination and eco-friendly activities, students in North Macedonia came together to plant flowers at their school, combining environmental action with the values of inclusion, teamwork and children's rights. Through the activity, students reflected on participation, respect for diversity, cooperation and the importance of ensuring that every child feels accepted, heard and equally valued. The originally planned tree-planting activity will follow in November, when weather conditions are more favourable. Photos and information about the activity were also shared through the school's online and social-media channels, helping disseminate the project's values and activities to the wider community. See results

Partners plan local dissemination activities

Project partners met online to coordinate the next phase of dissemination and turn the project results into concrete activities within their local communities. Partners shared plans for events involving schools, families, students and local stakeholders, alongside green initiatives such as clean-up and tree-planting activities. The meeting also focused on the materials to be shared during dissemination, including students’ videos, teachers’ diaries and reflections, the policy brief and descriptions of the project activities. Partners agreed to promote the project through their websites and local media whenever possible, collecting evidence of the dissemination carried out. The dissemination phase will begin on 30 September, with activities taking place across the partner countries in the following months. The next online meeting is scheduled for 20 October to review progress and the organisation of the upcoming events. See results

Partners prepare reporting and next project activities

Project partners met online to review the outcomes of the Project Coordinator's meeting with the National Agency and to prepare the next reporting activities. During the meeting, partners agreed to adopt a shared template for all project documents and results, ensuring a consistent format across the partnership. The meeting also focused on organising information for the Beneficiary Module and planning how project results will later be shared through the Erasmus+ Project Results Platform and the project website. As the project enters the summer break and the current phase draws to a close, partners scheduled a follow-up monitoring meeting for 3 September 2026 to review progress and prepare for the next phase of the project. They also began planning the local dissemination events that will take place later in the project. See results

Reviewing progress and planning dissemination activities

Project partners met online to prepare the intermediary report and review the progress achieved so far. During the meeting, partners discussed the activities carried out, reflected on the results achieved, and explored ways to share these outcomes with teachers, students and the wider educational community. The meeting also provided an opportunity to collect evidence, document project achievements and agree on the next dissemination activities. Partners reaffirmed their commitment to maximising the visibility and impact of the project. See results

Digital event showcases students’ reflections on inclusion

Project partners, teachers and students gathered online for a digital event dedicated to sharing the outcomes of the international interview activities. During the event, students reflected on their impressions before and after the interviews, while short musical extracts played in the background, helping to create a warm and engaging atmosphere focused on inclusion, diversity and intercultural communication. The event also featured the screening of the final 15-minute project video based on the interviews carried out between students from partner schools. The digital meeting provided a meaningful opportunity to celebrate students’ voices, teamwork and personal reflections developed throughout the project. The whole event was recorded to support further dissemination activities. See results

Preparing the digital event with students

Project partners met online to review the edited videos produced after the student interviews and to prepare the upcoming digital event. During the meeting, partners discussed the 1-minute, 5-minute and 15-minute video versions, agreed to share feedback, and confirmed that all partners should upload their results to the shared Drive. Partners discussed the proposed structure of the digital event: an opening by the trainer, student presentations with short musical elements and reflections before the interviews, screening of the 15-minute video, student reflections after the interviews, and a final closing moment. The whole event will be recorded. See results

Students connect through international interviews

Students from partner schools met online for a warm and engaging exchange focused on inclusion, daily life and cultural understanding. Through guided questions, they spoke about their routines, interests, traditions, personal achievements and the values that matter to them. The activity created a positive space where students could discover both similarities and differences, reflect on respect for others, and build confidence in communicating across cultures. The interviews were a valuable step in strengthening intercultural awareness and teamwork — key goals of our project. See results

Getting ready for student interviews!

Project partners met online to prepare the upcoming student engagement phase, focusing on the organisation of the international student interviews. The interviews will take place on 23 April, where students will work in pairs to reflect on inclusion and share their perspectives through guided questions. Partners agreed on the structure of the interviews, the recording process and the production of edited videos for dissemination purposes. Students will also produce short written reflections before and after the interviews, contributing to the evaluation of the activity and to the project results. The meeting also set the agenda for the next coordination meeting on 7 May, where partners will review the first video outputs, define the virtual event and agree on dissemination responsibilities. See results

Online meeting on piloting progress and next steps

Project partners met online to review the progress of the piloting phase, focusing on the implementation of inclusive teaching methodologies in the classroom. Teachers shared initial reflections based on their teaching diaries, highlighting challenges, successes and areas for further improvement. Partners aligned on the next steps, including the collection and anonymisation of the diaries for publication and the preparation of the upcoming student engagement activities. The meeting also defined the timeline for interview preparation and coordination, ensuring a smooth transition from piloting to the student involvement phase. See results

Online meeting on teaching diaries

Project partners met online to review the piloting phase and discuss the use of teaching diaries, together with the trainer. Different approaches adopted by the partner schools were acknowledged and will be transparently reflected in the final report as a value for the project. Partners also aligned on the activities currently being tested in schools which will be the focus of the student interviews. Teaching diaries will be shared by 1 March 2026, and the final online meeting of the piloting phase is scheduled for 6 March 2026 at 15:30. See results

Online meeting on diaries and piloting

Partners met online to compare the different diary approaches used in the two schools and to plan the next steps for piloting. They discussed how to better support other teachers, agreed to schedule a follow-up meeting with an expert in January, and updated the activity table and photo documentation for dissemination. See results

Teachers trained in inclusive education!

From Monday 6th to Friday 10th October 2025, Teachersrise hosted a five-day training course in Padova, bringing together teachers from Belgium and North Macedonia. The course combined expert-led sessions, peer collaboration, and practical activities to deepen knowledge on inclusive methodologies and safe learning environments. By the end of the week, participants not only gained new competences but also shared ideas on how to bring this expertise back to their schools — multiplying the impact across classrooms and colleagues. See results

Priorities identified!

Following the focus group, participants received a list of key topics to rank by importance. This will help us concentrate the project (and training course!) on the most relevant priorities — from gifted education to inclusion, language diversity, mental health, and more. See results

Focus group completed with participants, trainer and coordinators

The focus group built on the questionnaires filled in by all course participants. Together with the trainer and coordinators, we listed possible project priorities and target groups, ensuring that the teacher training course will directly respond to these needs. See results

Kick-off meeting successfully launched

Partners met for the official start of the project, confirming activity contributions, setting deadlines and planning the next steps together. The meeting also included practical arrangements for the training course in Padova. See results