NEWS

SPORTS DAY AT ZGORNJE JEZERSKO, ROŽNIK, AND LJUBLJANA CASTLE On Thursday, our school organised a sports day at various locations. Most students headed to Zgornje Jezersko, where they tried their hand at tubing and cross-country skiing, enjoying the sunny weather. Although we had to cancel the planned snowshoeing due to a lack of snow, the day was still filled with laughter and exciting sports challenges. Another group of students went on a hike to Rožnik and Ljubljana Castle, exploring the city's natural beauty and cultural heritage while staying active outdoors. Meanwhile, those excused from the sports day worked diligently on their seminar papers at school. No matter which activity they chose, everyone had a day packed with movement, socialising, and new experiences. We are already looking forward to our next sports challenge!

OPEN DAY FOR THE FUTURE HIGH SCHOOLERS (S5–S7) 📅 Friday, February 14, at 9:00 AM 📍 ESLj, Tržaška 118 👩‍🏫 Join us for a live presentation! Meet our teachers and students, explore our curriculum, and discover the opportunities offered by the secondary cycle at the European School Ljubljana – an accredited European School. 🎓 Our graduates earn a bilingual European Baccalaureate diploma, opening doors to universities across Europe and beyond. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience our teaching approach and school life firsthand. We look forward to welcoming you! 😊

Our talented students in P4E have been discovering the beauty of Impressionist painting by recreating Pierre-Auguste Renoir’s Roses in a Vase. Using loose, expressive brushstrokes and vibrant colours, they captured the essence of Renoir’s style, gaining a deeper understanding of the techniques that defined the Impressionist movement. Each piece of artwork reflects not only their artistic growth but also their dedication and creativity. Bravo to all our young artists for their outstanding work!

With S1S and S1E, we embarked on an engaging art project as part of the Erasmus theme, focusing on geometry. We explored symmetry in insects, observing how their bodies reflect along an axis of symmetry. We began by selecting a drawing of an insect and enlarging it using a grid, which allowed us to accurately transfer the shapes to a larger scale. Next, we turned our attention to colouring. We chose complementary colours and used different shades to colour both the insect and its background. This not only highlighted the symmetry but also allowed us to explore the effects of colour contrasts. The project helped the children develop both their artistic and mathematical skills, while also encouraging a closer observation of nature.

In the Slovene Section, we encourage intergenerational reading each week, where younger and older students come together through the magical world of books. In doing so, we foster a love of reading, strengthen mutual respect, and build new friendships.

The nursery students had an exciting adventure at the National Gallery, following clues left by a magical dwarf named Gal on a treasure hunt. As they explored, they discovered animal tracks that led them closer to the treasure, using teamwork and curiosity to solve riddles along the way. Afterwards, they painted their favourite animals, allowing their creativity to shine. The day ended with proud smiles as the children shared their colourful artwork, having uncovered not only a hidden treasure but also their creative spirits.

S1E HOMEROOM 7:30 can feel early for a lesson, but not when it involves building the tallest tower possible to hold an eraser using only 35 pieces of spaghetti, a long piece of cello tape, some embroidery thread, your creativity, and a friend or two.

In February 2025, we will be hosting several information sessions for the nursery, primary, and secondary cycles. Invitations for each event, including links to the online sessions, will be shared closer to the dates. Stay tuned for more details! Secondary Level: Thursday, 6 February 2025, at 5:00 PM – In person at the school Friday, 14 February 2025, at 9:00 AM – In person at the school (part of the general information days for Slovenian Year 9 students) Thursday, 20 February 2025, at 5:00 PM – Online event: https://arnes-si.zoom.us/j/96121833350?pwd=Pc4MUZ7DylOEy01PJRmDoNXCFe6CT1.1  Primary Level: Tuesday, 4 February 2025, at 5:00 PM – In person at the school Tuesday, 11 February 2025, at 5:00 PM – Online event: https://arnes-si.zoom.us/j/93064959387?pwd=6j1vrkKwvyVnbQOYyQrAhUA1S3WfFU.1 Tuesday, 18 February 2025, at 5:00 PM – In person at the school We look forward to meeting you!

SPORTS DAY AT ZGORNJE JEZERSKO, ROŽNIK, AND LJUBLJANA CASTLE On Thursday, our school organised a sports day at various locations. Most students headed to Zgornje Jezersko, where they tried their hand at tubing and cross-country skiing, enjoying the sunny weather. Although we had to cancel the planned snowshoeing due to a lack of snow, the day was still filled with laughter and exciting sports challenges. Another group of students went on a hike to Rožnik and Ljubljana Castle, exploring the city's natural beauty and cultural heritage while staying active outdoors. Meanwhile, those excused from the sports day worked diligently on their seminar papers at school. No matter which activity they chose, everyone had a day packed with movement, socialising, and new experiences. We are already looking forward to our next sports challenge!

OPEN DAY FOR THE FUTURE HIGH SCHOOLERS (S5–S7) 📅 Friday, February 14, at 9:00 AM 📍 ESLj, Tržaška 118 👩‍🏫 Join us for a live presentation! Meet our teachers and students, explore our curriculum, and discover the opportunities offered by the secondary cycle at the European School Ljubljana – an accredited European School. 🎓 Our graduates earn a bilingual European Baccalaureate diploma, opening doors to universities across Europe and beyond. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience our teaching approach and school life firsthand. We look forward to welcoming you! 😊

Our talented students in P4E have been discovering the beauty of Impressionist painting by recreating Pierre-Auguste Renoir’s Roses in a Vase. Using loose, expressive brushstrokes and vibrant colours, they captured the essence of Renoir’s style, gaining a deeper understanding of the techniques that defined the Impressionist movement. Each piece of artwork reflects not only their artistic growth but also their dedication and creativity. Bravo to all our young artists for their outstanding work!

With S1S and S1E, we embarked on an engaging art project as part of the Erasmus theme, focusing on geometry. We explored symmetry in insects, observing how their bodies reflect along an axis of symmetry. We began by selecting a drawing of an insect and enlarging it using a grid, which allowed us to accurately transfer the shapes to a larger scale. Next, we turned our attention to colouring. We chose complementary colours and used different shades to colour both the insect and its background. This not only highlighted the symmetry but also allowed us to explore the effects of colour contrasts. The project helped the children develop both their artistic and mathematical skills, while also encouraging a closer observation of nature.

In the Slovene Section, we encourage intergenerational reading each week, where younger and older students come together through the magical world of books. In doing so, we foster a love of reading, strengthen mutual respect, and build new friendships.

The nursery students had an exciting adventure at the National Gallery, following clues left by a magical dwarf named Gal on a treasure hunt. As they explored, they discovered animal tracks that led them closer to the treasure, using teamwork and curiosity to solve riddles along the way. Afterwards, they painted their favourite animals, allowing their creativity to shine. The day ended with proud smiles as the children shared their colourful artwork, having uncovered not only a hidden treasure but also their creative spirits.

S1E HOMEROOM 7:30 can feel early for a lesson, but not when it involves building the tallest tower possible to hold an eraser using only 35 pieces of spaghetti, a long piece of cello tape, some embroidery thread, your creativity, and a friend or two.

In February 2025, we will be hosting several information sessions for the nursery, primary, and secondary cycles. Invitations for each event, including links to the online sessions, will be shared closer to the dates. Stay tuned for more details! Secondary Level: Thursday, 6 February 2025, at 5:00 PM – In person at the school Friday, 14 February 2025, at 9:00 AM – In person at the school (part of the general information days for Slovenian Year 9 students) Thursday, 20 February 2025, at 5:00 PM – Online event: https://arnes-si.zoom.us/j/96121833350?pwd=Pc4MUZ7DylOEy01PJRmDoNXCFe6CT1.1  Primary Level: Tuesday, 4 February 2025, at 5:00 PM – In person at the school Tuesday, 11 February 2025, at 5:00 PM – Online event: https://arnes-si.zoom.us/j/93064959387?pwd=6j1vrkKwvyVnbQOYyQrAhUA1S3WfFU.1 Tuesday, 18 February 2025, at 5:00 PM – In person at the school We look forward to meeting you!