On 30 January 2026, the second online meeting of the eTwinning project A Song for Our Souls in an English-Speaking World brought together teachers and students from three high schools in Poland and Romania: Pijarskie Liceum Ogólnokształcące Królowej Pokoju w Łowiczu, Liceul Teoretic "Nicolae Iorga" Nehoiu, and Liceul Teoretic "Radu Vlădescu" Pătârlagele. Coordinated by Mrs. Emilia Wolska, Mrs. Maria Pană, Mrs. Claudia Emilia Frînculeasă, and Mrs. Adelaida Loredana Iorga, the meeting focused on sharing pedagogical experiences related to using national songs as educational resources.

The participants discussed about the selection process of the most representative national songs, considering criteria such as cultural significance, historical context, and emotional impact. This process encouraged research, critical thinking, and meaningful communication in English. The teachers and students also exchanged their best practices regarding classroom activities inspired by the songs, including lyric analysis, creative writing, visual interpretation, and interdisciplinary projects combining language learning with history, literature, philosophy, and art.

A central theme of the meeting was the cultural and personal values conveyed through music. The three songs served as a starting point for discussions on identity, hope, resilience, well-being, and empathy, highlighting the importance of affective learning. Overall, the meeting showcased the benefits of international collaboration, pedagogical innovation, and interdisciplinary education, while supporting the development of key competences and students’ personal growth.

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