4M Cycling Sports Day
On the 18th of May, 4M had a cycling Sports Day. The students had to tackle various tasks on their bicycles ranging from testing their nerve on an obstacle course to exercising their competence of stability and poise in balance games. The day introduced, enhanced and reinforced numerous skills while being enjoyable and fun at the same time.
read more…
MYP Sports Day – Hiking on Ratitovec
On May the 17th, the MYP students Had a hiking sports day on Ratitovec. Despite a difficult beginning to the hike, the students eventually discovered their hiking mentality and made it to the top of the mountain. The students and teachers enjoyed and marvelled at the splendid views and the awe inspiring landscape. The day was richly rewarding for all who participated.
read more…
3M Science Day – The Brain
On the 16th of May 3M had a science day dedicated to the Brain. They researched about memory and memory techniques, as well as how the brain helps us study and learn. The day was thoroughly informative and enjoyable.
read more…
Congratulations!
Congratulations to Aicha Zupančič from 8i!
Aicha took part at the state level competition in the English language and won a golden certificate. Well done!
FUNDRAISING EVENT FOR THE HEATING OF THE DOME
Last Thursday our school organised a big event – fundraising for the heating in the dome.
We had a very successful Bazaar of handicrafts produced by students, and used clothes and books. The culmination of the event was a concert with well known Slovenian music star Neisha and her three protégés, GIB gymnastic group, and Sorina Dimache Ballet School group and our singers and dancers. There were around 190 performers. It was a wonderful event and all performers excelled.
read more…
Visit from Russia
Four teachers from Alabuga International School, Tatarstan, Russia visited our school this week. They observed lessons and had meetings with our PYP teachers.
FIELD TRIP K2, GRADE 1 & GRADE 2
Kindergarten, grade 1 and grade 2 students went on a field trip to Kočevje at the beginning of May. We spent a lot of time outside, we visited the Virgin forest, had toasted bread on a real fire, searched for crabs in the river and had a great time with each other.
read more…
Students of German in Salzburg
On Friday, May 5, we visited the salt mine and the old town of Salzburg. We all enjoyed the lovely day!
read more…
3-5M Sports Day – Pot ob žici
On Friday, the 5th of May, 3 to 5th grade students had a sports day on the Pot ob žici – The Path of Remembrance and Comradeship. They walked from Dolgi Most in Vič to School.
read more…
2M Sports Day
On Wednesday, April the 26th, 2.m students had a sports day. The theme of the sports day was different types of sport’s balls and the games these balls are used for. The students played different ball games and also had a lot of fun learning a new game – kickball.
Ljubljana Cross Country Championship for Elementary Schools
On Monday the 24th of April, some Danila Kumar International School students competed in the Ljubljana Cross Country Championship for Elementary Schools in Tivoli park, along with many students from the national dept.. The students displayed grit, determination and courage in competing in their respective races. Well done!
A full list of results can be viewed here: http://remote.timingljubljana.si/timing/rezultati.aspx?IDtekme=3147&tip=E
read more…
Invitation – Charity Event in support of Heating for the Dome
On Thursday, May 11, there will be a charity event at our school. The contributions gathered will be invested in financing a heating system for the dome which would make it serve as an additional gymnasium all year round.
From 12:00 to 17:00 there will be a small fair of used clothing and handmade items taking place in the entrance area of the school. The items were made by our students in support of the event.
The main programme will start at 17:00. Members of school choirs and students engaged in other extra-curricular activities, based on dancing and music, will perform to support physical education at our school. Some of them are preparing a special surprise in collaboration with NEISHA, the famous Slovenian pianist and pop singer. The visiting members of the GIB Ljubljana Šiška Sport Association will spice up the event by performing some astonishing gymnastic elements.
read more…
Visit from Zagreb
Seven PYP teachers from Matija Gubec school in Zagreb visited us to observe our routines and lessons. We made plans for common activities for students and teachers.
Excursion for Gold Readers
On the 19th of April, students from 8th grade who participated in Slovenian reading badge during their time at Danila Kumar International school went on an excursion with their national peers.
They visited the stud farm at Lipica, Grado – the old fisherman’s village and Miramare castle.
The event was nice, educating and enjoyable.
read more…
Challenge of Inquiry – Day 2
On the 20th of April, students from 3.m, 4.m and 5.m took part in the second day of the Challenge of inquiry where they presented what they learnt during one of their units. This time, parents and other visitors found out many interesting things about the weather, energy and probability. The event was informative and enjoyable.
read more…
Challenge of Inquiry – Day 1
On the 19th of April, students from K2, 1.m and 2.m took part in the Challenge of inquiry where they presented what they learnt during one of their units. Parents and other visitors found out many interesting things about shadow and light, plants and a healthy lifestyle. It was a fun and educational event.
read more…
Cooking Competition “Kuhnapato”
Students from the Slovenian and International Department took part in the “Kuhnapato” cooking competition on the 14th of April, at the Pečarič restaurant.
1M Science Day
On Tuesday, April 11th, we had a science day in 1.m. We turned into scientists and followed the process of research method when learning about plants. It was fantastic!
From IB (International Baccalaureate) Philosophy to Realisation in Practice
Between 6th – 8th April 2017, two of our teachers/librarians, dr. sc. Lidija Janeš and Leopoldina Poli H. Eve, attended the 29th Summer School of the Croatian School Librarians in Trogir, Croatia. The Conference was a success – informative, very valuable and attended by international speakers. Participants were also able to exchange views, ideas, practices and strengthen co-operation. Our Teachers/Librarians gave a plenary lecture on the IB Philosophy, and its realisation in Practice. The lecture was a great success and very well received.