30-01-2026

Preparatory online meeting with students

before the mobility to Nafpaktos Greece

An online meeting was held on 30 January with students and teachers as part of the Erasmus+ project “Raising Interest in STEAM Education – Non-Formal Based Video Games.”

The meeting was initially planned to take place through the eTwinning platform, but due to technical issues it was successfully carried out via Zoom.

The meeting was organized by Petar Nikolić from Croatia.

During the meeting, students introduced themselves, got to know their peers from the partner countries — Greece, Latvia, Turkey, and Croatia — and began building connections as an international learning community.

They also presented their favorite video games and shared their expectations for the upcoming mobility, during which they will participate in project activities in Nafpaktos, Greece.

The project is co-funded by the European Union and supervised in Greece by the National Agency for Erasmus+ IKY.

The meeting fostered a positive atmosphere of collaboration, cultural exchange, and enthusiasm for the next phase of the project.

10/02/2025

PRESS RELEASE

Erasmus + program reception in Kavala

The first transnational project meeting for the Erasmus + project “ Raising Interest and Excellence in STEAM Education Incorporated with Non- Formal Based Videos Games ” was successfully completed in Kavala, Greece by the coordinator 1st Laboratory Center of Kavala.

First meeting of teachers of the 1st Laboratory Center of Kavala with partners from other countries participating in the ERASMUS+ KA220 “ Raising ” program Interest and Excellence in STEAM Education Incorporated with Non- Formal Based Videos Games ”, 2024-1-EL01-KA220-SCH-000250956 held in Kavala/Greece, from 14 to 15 January 2025.

The project partners are: 1) Cukurova University , Adana Turkey, 2) Multi Act STDD, Adana Turkey, 3) Riga Secondary School Nr 64, Latvia, 4) Srednja school Metković , Croatia and 5) 2nd High School of Nafpaktos , Greece.

In the 21st century, the traditional way of teaching does not meet the needs of students. The transition from the traditional teacher-centered teaching model to more modern student-centered models that promote active learning is the goal. By integrating ICT into the educational process, an attempt is made to search for and find innovative teaching methods that are close to the interests and experiences of students, as well as to create a climate that favors the involvement of students in the learning process.

The “ Raising ” program Interest and Excellence in STEAM Education Incorporated with Non- Formal Based Videos Games ” is a groundbreaking initiative that aims to enhance STEAM (Science, Technology, Art, Engineering, Mathematics) learning through fun and creativity. Harnessing the power of video games, the project offers students an engaging learning experience where they can apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios and develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

The project will offer a rich set of tools and resources that can be easily integrated into the classroom. Through the use of video games, teachers can create a more interactive and engaging learning environment, where students are active participants in the learning process. The video games developed within the project encourage the development of important skills for the future, such as problem solving, collaboration and critical thinking. In addition, they promote a love of science and technology from an early age. As a result, skills such as creativity, communication, collaboration and critical thinking are improved in both teachers and students.

The next mobility of the program will take place in September 2025 in Croatia.

The program is funded by the European Union through the State Scholarships Foundation (I.K.Y.), which is the Greek National Coordination Unit for Erasmus + programs.

All work within the framework of mobility was crowned with complete success.

With funding from the European Union. The views and opinions expressed are those of the authors only and do not necessarily reflect the views of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). The European Union and the EACEA cannot be held responsible for the views expressed.

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24/04/2025

PRESS RELEASE

Online Meting 24/04/2025

«Raising Interest in STEAM Education –

Non-Formal Based Video Games»

As part of the Erasmus+ project “Raising Interest in STEAM Education – Non-Formal Based Video Games”, we held a productive online meeting today with our European partners.

During the session, we:

✅ Evaluated the progress of the project

✅ Discussed next steps and upcoming deadlines

✅ Shared experiences on using video games as innovative educational tools

✅ Strengthened our collaboration and team spirit!

This Erasmus+ project, co-funded by the European Union, aims to enhance creativity and digital skills in STEAM education through engaging, non-formal learning methods.

🟦 Project Coordinator: 1st Workshop Centre of Kavala (1o ΕΚ Καβάλας)

Together, we’re building a more inclusive and inspiring learning environment for students and educators across Europe!

#ErasmusPlus#STEAMEducation#VideoGamesInEducation#DigitalLearning#KA2#ErasmusKavala#EUfunded#ErasmusProjects#NonFormalLearning

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13-05-2025

Erasmus+ dissemination workshop

Erasmus+ dissemination workshop
“Raising Interest in STEAM Education – Non-Formal Based Video Games”
Within the framework of the European Erasmus+ KA220 program entitled “Raising Interest in STEAM Education through Non-Formal Based Video Games”, our school is organizing an information workshop with the aim of disseminating the results and experiences of the project so far.
The project aims to enhance students’ interest in the fields of knowledge of Raising Interest in STEAM Education-Non-Formal Based Video Games (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics), through playful and non-formal learning methods, with the main tool being video games with educational content.

🔍 The workshop will present:

The goal and philosophy of the program
📢 The workshop is aimed at teachers, students, parents and members of the local community who are interested in innovation in education and experiential learning.
We are waiting for you all to get to know the exciting world of STEAM education through play!

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29-06-2025

Our Erasmus+ Project Goes Public – STEAM Meets Minecraft Education!

Our Erasmus+ Project Goes Public – STEAM Meets Minecraft Education!

We are excited to announce the official online presence of our Erasmus+ project “Raising Interest in STEAM Education – Non-Formal Based Video Games” (Project code: 2024-1-EL01-KA220-SCH-000250956).

As coordinator, the 1st Vocational Laboratory Centre of Kavala (1st E.K. Kavala) leads a strong partnership of six institutions from five European countries: Greece, Turkey, Latvia, and Croatia.

🔍 In the first phase of the project:

  • 36 innovative educational scenarios were developed.
  • Non-formal learning is integrated into classroom practice through game-based tools like Minecraft Education

🎯 Our goal is to enhance student motivation, creativity, and digital literacy, while supporting educators with innovative pedagogical strategies.

📌 Stay connected through our official platforms:

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Erasmus Day

Event of the 1st Workshop Center of Kavala within the Erasmus Days 2025 and the Eurodesk “Time to Move” Campaign Tuesday, October 14, 2025 – 12:00 p.m.

The 1st Workshop Center of Kavala (1st E.K. Kavala) is organizing on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., a special event within the framework of the Erasmus Days 2025 and the pan-European “Time to Move” campaign of the Eurodesk network.

The event aims to inform and motivate students to participate in European mobility programs, fostering youth participation, volunteerism, and a shared European identity. Guest speaker Mr. Dimitris Spitseris, Head of the Europe Direct Office of Kavala (Region of Eastern Macedonia & Thrace) and Eurodesk Multiplier, will present to students the following opportunities: • Erasmus+ (Youth Exchange) • European Solidarity Corps • DiscoverEU In the second part of the event, students will take part in the Eurodesk “Time to Move” floor game, an interactive and entertaining activity that combines learning, teamwork, and fun while exploring European mobility opportunities.

This initiative is part of the extroversion and European orientation actions of the 1st Vocational Training Center of Kavala, which actively participates in Erasmus+ programs and international school partnerships, promoting innovation, intercultural education, and life skills development.

The European Erasmus+ project titled “Raising Interest in STEAM Education – Non-Formal Based Video Games” (Code: 2024-1-EL01-KA220-SCH-000250956) will also be presented.

The project is coordinated by the 1st Vocational Training Laboratory Centre of Kavala (1st EK Kavala), with the participation of schools and organizations from Greece, Turkey, Latvia, and Croatia.

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