Primary School of Makri Gialos Ierapetra Crete- Second Students online meeting

Teacher: Anastasia Bourneli Special Educational Needs Class

On 5 March 2026, the students of the Special Educational Needs Class at the Primary School of Makri Gialos participated in the second online meeting of the eTwinning project "One Smile Away – A Heart of Goals: Skills Me for Life", together with students and teachers from partner schools across Europe and beyond.

During the meeting, the students had the opportunity to interact with their peers, share ideas, and take part in collaborative activities in a friendly and welcoming online environment. Their enthusiasm, confidence, and active participation made the meeting a memorable experience for everyone.

The online meeting brought together students from Greece, Türkiye, Czechia, Poland, Italy, Spain, Jordan, Bulgaria, Slovakia, Estonia, and Germany, strengthening communication, cooperation, and intercultural understanding among all project partners.

It was another wonderful opportunity for our students to build friendships, develop their communication skills, and experience the true spirit of European collaboration. 🌍💙



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