The 7th Meeting in France.  

Impressions by Latvian team.

From the 28^th November till 2^nd December we participated in Project Meeting in France with our school principle Jeļena Vucēna, project coordinator Tatjana Revina and History teacher Natalia Dektereva.

During the meeting we participated in several workshops led by French specialists in the field of entrepreneurship. For example, Laura Cooper, a Startup president, presented some marketing strategies. We discussed how to start a business in the EU, what are the risks and innovative ideas.

Then,  Philippe Leborgne, an innovative entrepreneur in Sustainable development,  talked about Urban Farms. It was something new for us. Also, we shared our ideas and experience about Urban Farming and allotment gardens in Latvia.

On Wednesday we had a meeting and Creative writing workshop with Savita Kalhan, a British Writer. First, the writer told us about her life and career, how she chooses the topics for her books.  We touched upon some other youth’s problems and issues. Then we worked in international groups and discussed the story “The Death of the Princess” which we had read previously.

Cultural visits were the most exciting and deepened our knowledge in history.

A visit to Louvre, Versailles and Eiffel Tower brought me the greatest delight.

A guided tour to Notre- Dane Cathedral caused reflections on history and life values.

 All project activities were held in English, which gave an opportunity for us to improve our English skills, get rid of "language barriers".

During the visit, the project participants also got acquainted with the experience of European integration.

However, the funniest event was a student party. We talked and danced together, ate meals prepared by French parents.

All in all, participation in this seminar widened our horizons and developed communication skills and set a good example of social integration and tolerance.

We are very thankful to Ines, Khadija, Thomas, Kiara and their parents for providing such a warm welcome for us. The memories of this trip will stay with us forever!

                                                                                Arturs, Normunds, Ineta and Polina.