Kraj tysięcy kolorów – wymiana polsko-indyjska 2017

Uczniowie naszych szkół biorą udział w wymianie szkolnej w Delhi Public School Gurgaon w Indiach od 2015 roku.

Delhi Public School, podobnie jak nasze szkoły, realizuje projekty edukacyjne wsparte przez British Council i należy do grona prestiżowych szkół o wysokim wskaźniku edukacyjnym. Nasza szkoła i szkoła partnerska posiadają certyfikat tzw Full Accreditation of British Council, potwierdzając tym samym, że nasze szkoły realizują zadania globalnej edukacji i wspierają uczniów w rozumieniu wzajemnych powiązań i przenikania systemów kulturowych, środowiskowych, ekonomicznych, społecznych, politycznych i technologicznych. Poprzez organizację pracy na rzecz środowiska lokalnego w Gurgaon tzw community service (w ramach kursu CAS), dwutygodniowa wizyta studyjna w Indiach jest wielką przygodą i nauką dla naszych uczniów.

Nasi uczniowie mają niecodzienną możliwość gościć w domach induskich, wziąć udział w lekcjach tematycznych, prowadzić mini-wykłady na temat polskiej kultury i tradycji, poznać bliżej bogatą kulturę Indii oraz zwiedzić New Delhi, Fort Agra, Radżastan, czy też Taj Mahal.

Blog z poprzednich edycji programu: http://krakowtonewdelhi.blogspot.in/2015/03/traditional-indian-welcome-at-school.html

BREAKING BARRIERS… CREATING NEW BOUNDARIES

Imagine all the people living life in peace,

You

You may say I’m a dreamer. But I’m not the only one…

-lyrics of the song “Imagine” by John Lennon

The above lines so rightly suggest that we can dream of a world where peace abounds, where diversity is celebrated, and despite the varied geographical boundaries and cultural differences, we think as one. This is a profound thought, because we can dream with our open eyes. The platform of International Student Cultural Exchange has helped us in realizing our dream of inspiring students to be global citizens.

The Indo Polish Exchange in its 4^th rhythm between Delhi Public School, Gurgaon, India and VIII Prywatne Akademickie Liceum Ogólnokształcące, IB World School 006265 VIIIPALO, in Kraków, spearheaded in Poland by visionary Principal Professor Jerzy Waligóra, provides this opportunity to their   students to bridge the gap between geographical regions and break cultural barriers. Project teachers  add the fine nuances and subtleties to the exchange thus  encouraging  in the students a passion for global learning and appreciation of other cultures. Today, these leaders, with their support, have helped to break barriers and create new boundaries

International cultural exchange programmes are important for students across the world because when we experience different cultures, we gain a deeper understanding of ourselves and those around us – deepening our knowledge of foreign cultures, our own culture, and at the same time strengthening international relationships.

Leaving the familiar behind and plunging into the unknown shows a commitment to understanding other people and cultures; and a commitment to learning about the world in a way that books, school assignments, and a professional career can never reveal. Going abroad as an exchange student will not only give the participating students a big leap towards their future goals but is also a life-enriching experience for the host student and family.

The exchange helps the students to make lasting connections and living with a host family they  are integrated into the family. This enables the visiting students to become aware of the inner concerns, hopes, and dreams of a family, a neighborhood or city, a nation, and global community. With this realization comes the corresponding knowledge of what it means to belong to your own country and culture. The participants develop leadership skills, self-confidence and a greater understanding of the complexities of the world around them.

As an exchange student, the participants are enriched with experiences such as building new friendships, taking responsibility for themselves, respecting differences and embracing the beliefs of others; and while exploring and learning about the lives of others, discover new aspects of their own personalities.

The fifteen day international exchange offered by both the schools gives the students the taste of global diversity and collaboration, and initiates the students into a leadership role in the 21^st century.

Mamta Kanti Kumar, Indo-Polish coordinator from Delhi Public School