Sitges 2012

Here are some photos of an excursion 1 Batx went on to see a Woody Allen film in Sitges. Looks like fun!

Farewell.

To all the staff and students of Puigvert,

I would like to thank you all for being a part of my time here. It has been a fantastic experience, I have learned a lot and you have all been so welcoming and supportive. I hope I have been able to play a part in your language progression as you have all certainly played a part in mine. I want to encourage you all to keep studying, English is going to be very important in your futures.

Thank you for a wonderful experience that I will not soon forget.

Sincerely,

Kate

Here goes one of the winners of  St. George literary contest:
Batx 1(Sandra Pérez)

ST. GEORGE’S DAY

What would you answer if someone asks you for the legend of St. George?

The origin of the legend of St. Georges brings us back to the 3^rd century in Turkey, where St. George was born. He was a roman military who rejected the order of his Emperor to persecute Christian people. He was beheaded and he became an important Saint in the eastern part of the Roman Empire. 

By the 9^th century, his fame had widespread. It’s said that the trouble between St George and the famous dragon happened in Libya.

In Catalonia, the legend tells us that in Montblanc (Conca del Barberà) was living a terrible dragon who was very hungry. Then the king had to give him a person to satisfy his appetite.

One day, luck draw to the king’s daughter. She would have died if St. George hadn’t appeared and hadn’t fought with the dragon. He killed the dragon and legend says that from the dragon’s blood a lot of roses were born.

Ever since then, on this popular festive day, boys usually give roses to his girlfriends and girls give books to her boyfriends.

Although 23^rd April isn’t a public holiday, you can see floods of people on the streets. It’s wonderful to walk while seeing some rose’s stalls!

On this day, I think it’s very important to meet with family and friends, at least for me because I haven’t got a boyfriend yet.

Every year my dad gives my mother and I a white rose, and I hope receive it this year.

There’s nothing nicer than celebrating this romantic legend with your loved ones.

Saint George

Today is San Jordi and we welcome some students and teachers from Germany! These are the students that hosted Puigvert on their trip last month to Germany.

Here is a quick video explaining the history of Saint George.

Here is a link to a find a word with a St George theme.

Soon we will announce the winners of our literary competition.....

Romeo and Juliet

Some 3 and 4 ESO students watched a Blue Mango theatre production of Romeo and Juliet, have a look at the photos in the web album.

Make up Workshop

ON the 8th of March, some drama students were able to learn about theatre makeup. They had a great time. Photos coming soon!

A trip to Australia

Look at some of the great work 1 and 2 ESO students have done while preparing a trip to Australia.

 

Scottish Dance

We had a great time learning about traditional Scottish dancing, have a look.

Exchange to Germany

A group of 28 students in 3 and 4 ESO will be going on exchange to Germany from the 10 - 17 March.  They will be studying at Theisstalschule Niedernhausen which is one hour outside of Frankfurt. You can find the full program of events here.

Have a look at the blog for the exchange.
puigvertaniedernhausen2012.blogspot.com

This week on Thursday 23rd February 3 ESO and 4 ESO students saw the play "Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare adapted and performed by Blue Mango Theatre. Click on the link below and check it out!

Check to see the pictures on the 4 ESO page!

Scottish Dance

Don´t forget that in a few weeks some 1 ESO students will have the chance to see some traditional Scottish dancing.

Portes Obertes

On Saturday 25th of Feb, we are opening our doors for future students to visit. Head to our PELE blog to check out our rehearsals for A Christmas Carol.

Here, all the information regarding the Fonix English Test

http://concurs-angles.info/info3marc2012.html#info2

The partcipants are:

Joaquim Soler  1er ESO
Marta Sanz    2on  ESO
Mireia Palmero 3er  ESO
Núria Palacios  4rt ESO
Sergi Espinosa  1er Batxillerat
Arnau Llurba  2on Batxillerat
CONGRATULATIONS AND GOOD LUCK TO YOU ALL!!!

Here is a minute English lesson... Can I borrow your pencil for a minute?

http://www.vaughanclassroom.com/ingles-gratis/?IdTis=XTC-BX2-DV0CQK-DD-O1NXV-ZEE

Next week, the 20th of Feb, we will be focusing on business english in the English Corner. Translate your resume, practice a role play or work on your vocabulary.

Look at what some 4 ESO students did for Australia Day.

In two weeks we will begin a business english program for Batx students on Monday and Tuesday at 11am. You can bring your resume to translate, any questions, role plays or do a practice interview in english.

Australia Day 2012 Celebrate with us

English @ Puigvert now has a google site! You can find it through the external links page on the right >>>

English Corner

On Monday´s and Wednesday´s at 11am, Kate will be available for english conversation practice. You can find her downstairs near the canteen.

A trip to Australia

Students in 1 and 2 ESO can find information for their project about Australia in their class pages on the right >>>>>

Welcome!

Welcome to the new blog from the English Department at Institut Dr Puigvert! Here you can find resources, quizes, useful information, reviews and links to external sites and blogs that will help you improve your english.

If you have any requests for material or any questions, send us an email at englishpuigvert@gmail.com or post a comment.