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04/10/2026

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04/10/2026

RTIS Network & 4lykeioalimou – ART is Green Day 5:
A Final Day of Discovery, Science & Celebration in Szczecin 🇵🇱

Friday, 2 October 2026 | Szczecin, Poland
The final day of our Polish adventure has arrived — and it was everything we hoped for and more. From waste-to-energy innovation to hands-on science, and from reflection to celebration, Day 5 was a fitting conclusion to an unforgettable week. 💚

♻️ Morning | Eco Generator – Where Waste Becomes Energy
We began the day at the Eco Generator, one of Poland's most advanced Thermal Waste Treatment and Energy Recovery Facilities.
Our students and teachers were given a presentation and guided tour of the facility, learning how:

🔥 Waste is safely converted into energy through thermal processes
⚡ Electricity and heat are generated for the local community
🌱 Emissions are carefully managed to meet strict environmental standards

🔄 Circular economy principles are applied at industrial scale
For our Greek delegation, this was a powerful example of how technology can serve sustainability. Coming from a country that still faces significant waste management challenges, seeing a facility like this in action was truly inspiring. 🏭🌍

🔬 Afternoon | Maritime Science Center – Where Curiosity Meets the Sea
Next, we visited the Maritime Science Center — an interactive science museum dedicated to the Baltic Sea, navigation, and marine ecosystems. ⚓🌊

Our students explored:
🌊 Interactive exhibits on oceanography and marine biology
🧭 Navigation and maritime technology through hands-on displays
🐟 Baltic Sea ecosystems and the importance of marine conservation
🔬 Science communication as a tool for environmental awareness

For a project that bridges Art and Science, this was the perfect final activity — proving that curiosity and creativity go hand in hand. 🎨🔬

🏅 Evening | Project Wrap-Up & Certificate Ceremony
The mobility concluded with an official wrap-up session, where:

📋 Project outcomes were reviewed — including progress on the Green Plan
💬 Participants shared reflections on their learning journey
🤝 Partners reaffirmed their commitment to the ARTisGReen mission
📜 Certificates of participation were presented to all students and teachers

There were smiles, applause, and more than a few emotional moments. After five days of workshops, visits, and shared experiences, our ARTisGReen family had grown even closer. 💚🇪🇺

💬 A Moment to Remember

"I came to Poland not knowing what to expect. I leave with new skills, new friends, and a new understanding of what sustainability really means."
— Student, 4th Lyceum of Alimos

🎯 What Our Greek Delegation Takes Home

✅ A deeper understanding of waste-to-energy technology
✅ New perspectives on marine science and conservation
✅ Strengthened skills in bioplastics, cyanotype, linocut, ceramics, and calligraphy
✅ Fresh ideas for inclusive teaching from our teachers' workshops
✅ Lifelong friendships with peers from five other countries

🙏 Thank You, Szczecin! Thank You, Poland!

To our hosts at Państwowe Liceum Sztuk Plastycznych im. Constantina Brancusiego w Szczecinie — thank you for your warmth, organisation, and generosity. You made us feel at home from the very first day. 🇵🇱💚

To our partners from Romania, Türkiye, Poland, Portugal, and Estonia — thank you for another unforgettable chapter in the ARTisGReen story.

See you at the next mobility! 👋🌍

📸 Photos from our Day 5 in Szczecin are attached.

#4οΛύκειοΑλίμου @ακόλουθοι Dmytro Arseniuk Państwowe Liceum Sztuk Plastycznych im. C. Brancusiego w Szczecinie Chrisa MitwnaMihail Aneziris Diogenis Daskalou MTÜ Rabarada Burcu Meral Tez Vasiliki Raptopoulou Putura Adrian Liceum Sztuk Plastycznych Liceul de Arte ,,Corneliu Baba" BistrițaCristina Hangea Heli Illipe Μαρία Μαρκαντωνάκη Ceriett Stef Gerasimos Bouzakis Heli Illipe Zoe Poly Alexandra Saad Eva Koumi

02/10/2026

🇬🇷 RTIS Network & 4lykeioalimou – ART is Green Day 4: Green Buildings, Creative Hands & a Night to Remember in Szczecin 🇵🇱

Thursday, 1 October 2026 | Szczecin, Poland

Another incredible day for our Greek delegation! From sustainable architecture to hands-on art and a vibrant celebration of cultures, Day 4 showed us once again why ARTisGReen is so much more than a project. 💚

🏛️ Morning | The Marshal's Office – A Building That Breathes Sustainability

We began the day with a visit to the Marshal's Office in Szczecin – one of the most eco-friendly buildings in Poland. 🏗️🌿

Designed as a passive house, the building maintains a comfortable indoor climate with minimal energy consumption. Our students and teachers learned how thoughtful architecture can reduce environmental impact, optimise natural light, and integrate renewable systems.

For us, coming from Athens – a city where energy consumption and urban density are constant challenges – this was a powerful lesson. Sustainability starts with how we build. 🏙️💡

🎨 Afternoon | Workshops at School – Part 2

From 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, we returned to the host school for the second round of creative workshops.

Our students continued exploring:
🔹 Bioplastics – experimenting with biodegradable materials
🔹 Cyanotype – capturing images with sunlight and chemistry
🔹 Linocut – carving and printing with precision and patience

Our teachers participated in a dedicated workshop on inclusive education – exchanging methods, sharing experiences, and reflecting on how to create space for every learner in the classroom. 👩‍🏫🤝

It was inspiring to see our students and teachers learning side by side — each growing in their own way.

🌍 Evening | International Evening – Greece Shines in Szczecin!

At 6:00 PM, the school transformed into a celebration of European cultures. And our Greek delegation made sure Greece was well represented! 🇬🇷💙

We shared:
🍽️ Traditional Greek foods – homemade delicacies that disappeared quickly!
🎶 Greek music – and yes, we taught everyone some dance steps!
💃 Dances – from syrtaki to kalamatiano, the circle grew bigger and bigger
🤝 Stories and laughter – with friends from Romania, Türkiye, Poland, Portugal, and Estonia

There is something magical about seeing Polish, Greek, Turkish, Portuguese, Romanian, and Estonian students dancing together. This is what Erasmus+ is all about. 🌍💚

💬 A Moment to Remember

"When we all danced together, I forgot who was from where. We were just one group of friends."
— Student, 4th Lyceum of Alimos

🎯 What We Take Home from Day 4

✅ A new perspective on sustainable architecture
✅ Advanced skills in bioplastics, cyanotype, and linocut
✅ Fresh ideas for inclusive teaching from our teachers' workshop
✅ Memories of a night filled with music, dance, and friendship

🙏 Thank You, Szczecin!

Every day here reminds us why we do this. Art, sustainability, and friendship know no borders. 🌍🎨

📸 Photos from our Day 4 in Szczecin are attached.

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@ακόλουθοι Gerasimos Bouzakis Heli Illipe Cristina Hangea Burcu Meral Tez Dmytro Arseniuk Państwowe Liceum Sztuk Plastycznych im. C. Brancusiego w Szczecinie Chrisa Mitwna MTÜ Rabarada Diogenis Daskalou Mihail Aneziris Putura Adrian Liceul de Arte ,,Corneliu Baba" Bistrița Niki Berdesi

01/10/2026

🇬🇷 RTIS Network & 4lykeioalimou – ART is Green Day 3: From Athens to Szczecin, Where Art Speaks Every Language 🎨✨

Wednesday, 30 September 2026 | Szczecin, Poland
Three days in, and our Greek delegation is discovering something new at every turn. Today was a day of hands-on creativity, soaring views, and contemporary inspiration – and we experienced it all together with our friends from five other countries. 💚

🏺 Morning – Ceramics & Calligraphy: The Art of Patience
At the Secondary School of Fine Arts in Szczecin, our students split into two groups and dove into two very different, yet equally meditative, artistic traditions.

Ceramics 🏺
Our students worked with clay – a material as old as civilization itself. For Greek students raised on the legacy of ancient pottery and amphorae, it was a beautiful connection to their own heritage. Shaping the clay required patience, precision, and a willingness to get their hands dirty. The results? Unique pieces that carry a little bit of Greek soul and Polish soil.

Calligraphy ✍️
In the calligraphy workshop, our students discovered the quiet power of the written word. With ink and pen, they practiced letterforms, focusing on rhythm, balance, and the beauty of imperfection. In a world dominated by keyboards, this was a reminder that art lives in the hand, not just the screen. 🖋️

For us as Greek educators, it was inspiring to see our students embrace these slow, tactile techniques. This is what ARTisGReen is about – balancing tradition with innovation, and creativity with sustainability. 💚

🏛️ Afternoon – The Archcathedral Basilica of St. James: A View from Above
After lunch, we walked through the historic streets of Szczecin to the Archcathedral Basilica of St. James the Apostle – a magnificent Gothic structure that has stood for centuries. ⛪

We climbed the tower. All 200+ steps. And the view? Breathtaking.

From the top, we saw Szczecin laid out before us – the Oder River winding through the city, the red rooftops, the green parks, and the distant horizon stretching towards the Baltic. 🌅

For a moment, we weren't Greek, Polish, Romanian, Turkish, Portuguese, or Estonian. We were just people, standing together, sharing a view that reminded us why we protect this planet. 🌍💚

It was a powerful reminder that heritage preservation and sustainability go hand in hand. The cathedral has been restored, cared for, and passed down through generations – just as we must care for the natural world we've inherited.

🖼️ Evening – TRAFO Gallery: KENBO's World of Ink and Sound
Our final stop of the day took us to TRAFO Trafostacja Sztuki, a former power station transformed into a contemporary art centre. ⚡🎨
We visited the exhibition of Chinese artist KENBO (Liang Guojian), whose work spans experimental ink painting, installations, and sound art. The exhibition title – the four Mandarin tones of "ā á ǎ à" – itself speaks of cultural translation and dialogue.

Walking through the exhibition, our students encountered art that challenged their assumptions. Ink that moved like water. Soundscapes that filled the space. Installations that invited interaction. 🌊🎶

For our Greek delegation, it was fascinating to see how an artist from China, exhibiting in Poland, could speak so directly to universal themes of migration, memory, and belonging. Art, we were reminded, is truly a global language.

🎯 What We Take Home
✅ Deeper appreciation for traditional techniques like ceramics and calligraphy
✅ A powerful experience of heritage preservation at the Basilica
✅ Inspiration from contemporary art at TRAFO Gallery
✅ Strengthened bonds with our European friends

🙏 Thank You, Szczecin!
Every day here reveals something new. And every day, we are reminded that art is the bridge between cultures, generations, and ecosystems. 🌍🎨

📸 Photos from our Greek delegation's Day 3 are attached.


@ακόλουθοι Dmytro Arseniuk Heli Illipe RTIS Network Państwowe Liceum Sztuk Plastycznych im. C. Brancusiego w Szczecinie PR&More MTÜ Rabarada Putura Adrian Cristina Hangea Ceriett Stef Liceum Sztuk PlastycznychZoe Poly Arwa AzizaLiceul de Arte ,,Corneliu Baba" Bistrița Burcu Meral Tez George Chryssoulas Giorgos Moschidis 4lykeioalimou

30/09/2026

🌲 RTIS Network & 4lykeioalimou – ART is Green Day 2: Into the Wild Heart of Wolin National Park 🇵🇱🌿

Tuesday, 29 September 2026 | Międzyzdroje, Poland
Coming from Alimos – a coastal town on the Athens Riviera, where the sea meets the city and the horizon is lined with buildings – our students stepped into a world that felt almost like another planet.

This was Wolinski Park Narodowy. And it took our breath away. 🌍💚

🌳 A Forest Unlike Any Other
The moment we entered the park, the atmosphere changed. The air was cooler, denser, alive. Towering Scots pines and European beeches formed a canopy so thick that the sunlight filtered through in golden fragments. The forest floor was soft with moss, ferns, and fallen leaves – a living carpet that muffled every footstep.

For our students from Alimos, this was a completely different ecosystem – not the dry, sun-baked hills of Attica, but a temperate, humid, old-growth woodland shaped by the Baltic climate.

🌿 What we noticed:
- Trees older than anyone in our group – some over 200 years old
- A silence so deep you could hear the wind moving through the canopy
- The scent of pine resin and damp earth – impossible to replicate in the city

🌊 Where Forest Meets Sea
Wolin National Park is one of the few places in Europe where you can walk from dense forest directly onto a wild Baltic beach. And that's exactly what we did.

The walk by the sea was unforgettable:
🌊 The sound of waves crashing against the shore
🐚 Shells and driftwood scattered along the sand
💨 The sharp, salty wind coming off the Baltic
🌅 A horizon so open it felt like the edge of the world

For students used to the calm, warm waters of the Saronic Gulf, the Baltic Sea was a revelation – colder, wilder, and endlessly powerful.

🦌 The Animals of Wolin
The park is home to an extraordinary range of wildlife. While we didn't see all of them, we learned about:
🦅 White-tailed eagles – the symbol of the park, soaring above the treetops
🦌 Red deer – roaming freely through the forest
🦊 Foxes – elusive but present
🦇 Bats – over a dozen species inhabit the park
🐗 Wild boar – a common sight in the undergrowth

The educational workshops helped our students understand how these species interact, why biodiversity matters, and how protected areas like Wolin safeguard Europe's natural heritage.

💡 A Different Greece, A Different World
In Alimos, our students know the sea, the sun, and the urban rhythm of Athens. They know the dry hills of Attica, the smell of thyme and pine, the heat of summer.

But Wolin gave them something else:
🌲 A cooler, wetter, denser nature
🌊 A colder, wilder sea
🦅 A living, breathing ecosystem where humans are visitors, not residents

This is exactly why ART is Green matters. Sustainability is not just about recycling and solar panels – it's about understanding and protecting the incredible diversity of life on our planet. And you can only truly protect what you have experienced. 🌍💚

🎯 What We Take Home
✅ A deeper appreciation for protected natural areas
✅ New knowledge about Baltic ecosystems and wildlife
✅ A powerful reminder that sustainability is global, not local
✅ Memories of a day spent in one of Poland's greatest natural treasures

🤝 Thank you, Wolin National Park. Thank you, Poland. 🇵🇱

📸 Photos from our day in the park are attached.

@ακόλουθοι Liceum Sztuk Plastycznych Alexandra Saad MTÜ Rabarada Państwowe Liceum Sztuk Plastycznych im. C. Brancusiego w Szczecinie Chrisa Mitwna PR&More 4lykeioalimou Dmytro Arseniuk Liceul de Arte ,,Corneliu Baba" Bistrița Ceriett Stef Cristina Hangea Heli Illipe Giorgos Moschidis Diogenis Daskalou Zoe Poly George Chryssoulas

28/09/2026

🌍 ARTisGReen | 4th Transnational Meeting – Day 1 in Szczecin, Poland 🇵🇱

The ART is Green project has officially resumed its transnational activities!

On Monday, 28 September 2026, the 4th Student Mobility opened in Szczecin, Poland, hosted by the Secondary School of Fine Arts in Szczecin (Liceum Plastyczne im. Constantina Brancusi).

RTIS Network is proudly represented at this mobility by our partners from the 4th Lyceum of Alimos, joining students and teachers from Greece 🇬🇷, Romania 🇷🇴, Türkiye 🇹🇷, Poland 🇵🇱, Portugal 🇵🇹, and Estonia 🇪🇪.

📅 Day 1 Highlights:
🔍 "Green City, Creative Minds" Scavenger Hunt (09:30–11:30)
Participants explored Szczecin through a structured city challenge designed to build teamwork, orientation, and environmental awareness.

🏫 Welcome & School Tour (12:00)
Official welcome at the host school, introduction to its artistic specialisations, and formation of the international working groups.

🎨 Youth Workshops: Bioplastics, Cyanotype & Linocut (14:00–16:00)
Students rotated between three hands-on workshops exploring how sustainability can be integrated into traditional and digital artistic practice – from biodegradable materials to historic printing techniques.

🎯 Why It Matters:
This mobility directly supports the ARTisGReen objectives:
✅ Integrating eco-friendly practices into arts education
✅ Training educators in sustainability-focused teaching
✅ Strengthening European cooperation and intercultural dialogue
✅ Advancing the Green Plan – our shared sustainability roadmap

🤝 Acknowledgements:
Our sincere thanks to Liceum Plastyczne im. Constantina Brancusi for their excellent organisation and warm hospitality on this opening day, and to all partner organisations for their continued commitment.

📸 Photos from Day 1 are attached.


@ακόλουθοι Liceum Sztuk Plastycznych Liceul de Arte ,,Corneliu Baba" Bistrița ART is Green Państwowe Liceum Sztuk Plastycznych im. C. Brancusiego w Szczecinie PR&More 4lykeioalimou Dmytro Arseniuk Heli Illipe Cristina Hangea MTÜ Rabarada Alexandra Saad

24/09/2026

🌍🎨 ART is Green Continues! The 4th Transnational Meeting is Here – Szczecin, Poland! 🇵🇱✨

The ARTisGReen Erasmus+ project is officially continuing! After our inspiring journeys in Greece 🇬🇷, Portugal 🇵🇹, and Romania 🇷🇴, we are thrilled to announce that the 4th transnational meeting will take place in Szczecin, Poland, hosted by our wonderful partner, the Secondary School of Fine Arts in Szczecin (Liceum Plastyczne im. Constantina Brancusi).

📅 When: September 28 – October 3, 2026
This coming Monday, September 28, students and teachers from six countries – Greece, Romania, Türkiye, Poland, Portugal, and Estonia – will meet once more to continue our shared mission: building a greener, more creative, and more sustainable future through art and education.

🎯 Why This Meeting Matters
This mobility highlights the urgent need to train educators in incorporating sustainability into traditional and digital arts, while maintaining a balance between the technical and creative aspects of artistic education.

Our programme will include:
🌱 Workshops for youth: Bioplastics, Cyanotype, Linocut, Ceramics, and Calligraphy
🏫 Workshops for teachers: "Inclusivity as a Strength – How to Create Space for Everyone"
🏛️ Visit to the Marshal's Office – one of the most eco-friendly buildings in Poland, designed as a demonstration passive house
🌲 Wolin National Park – tour, workshops, and a walk by the sea
♻️ Eco Generator – Thermal Waste Treatment and Energy Recovery Facility
🔬 Maritime Science Center – exploring the intersection of science, art, and sustainability
🎨 Visit to Trafo Gallery – KENBO Exhibition (Liang Guojian)
🌍 International Evening – celebrating the cultures of all six partner countries

🌡️ The Climate Challenge – Why We Must Act
Climate change is one of the greatest challenges of the modern world. Young people, although the least responsible for causing it, feel its effects most acutely. Therefore, it is extremely important to involve young people in climate protection activities, and student projects can be an excellent tool to inspire the young generation to be active and build environmental awareness.

Young people should be involved in ecological issues, because it is the young generation that will have to face the consequences of today's environmental decisions. Their activity and involvement can bring real changes in climate policy.

Climate education should be an integral part of the school curriculum. Student projects – such as planting trees, organizing awareness campaigns, or conducting research on local environmental issues – can not only increase students' environmental awareness, but also strengthen their sense of responsibility for the future of the planet.

🌿 A Balance of Tradition and Innovation
At ARTisGReen, we believe that sustainability and artistic excellence go hand in hand. This mobility will demonstrate how traditional artistic techniques (ceramics, linocut, calligraphy) can be combined with modern, eco-friendly materials (bioplastics) and digital practices (cyanotype) to create a holistic educational experience.

We are not just teaching art – we are training educators to become agents of change, equipping them with the tools to inspire the next generation of environmentally conscious artists and citizens.

🤝 A United European Effort

The ARTisGReen partnership brings together:

🇬🇷 Greece – RTIS Network & 4th Lyceum of Alimos
🇷🇴 Romania – Liceul de Arte „Corneliu Baba" Bistrița
🇵🇹 Portugal -Agrupamento de Escolas Dr. Mario Sacramento
🇹🇷 Türkiye - Yunusemre Kemal Neşen Dömekeli Bilim ve Sanat Merkezi
🇵🇱 Poland – Liceum Plastyczne im. Constantina Brancusi
🇪🇪 Estonia - MTÜ Rabarada

Together, we are proving that art, science, and sustainability can unite across borders to create real, lasting change.

📢 Final Words
The ARTisGReen journey continues – and the 4th meeting in Poland is a crucial step towards completing our Green Plan and strengthening the synergies between Arts, Science, and the natural environment.

To all our students, teachers, and partners: See you in Szczecin! 👋🇵🇱
Let's make this mobility unforgettable! 💚

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