1. Kick-off Meeting – December 14, 2023, Warsaw

Main Topics:

• Introduction of the project goals and structure:
  • Development and implementation of an innovative Bilingual Montessori educational program.
  • Strengthening of transnational collaboration between Polish and Czech schools.
  • Improving staff language competencies.
• Discussion of management structure, partner responsibilities, and communication tools (Zoom, Google Docs, eTwinning).
• Review of the project timeline and planned activities (program development, staff training, dissemination).

Outcomes:

• Launch of program development scheduled for January 2024.
• Assignment of roles in the curriculum development team.
• Confirmation of dates for future TPMs.

TPM – April 19, 2024, Prague

Main Topics:

• Progress report on the development of the “Bilingual Montessori” program.
• Presentation of initial structure and sample educational materials.
• Exchange of experiences between Polish and Czech bilingual classroom teachers.
• Preparation for summer training sessions (Part I in Prague, Part II in Warsaw).

Outcomes:

• Content review responsibilities assigned to Duhovka Institute.
• Detailed planning of training modules and logistics.
• Preparation of parent information materials.

TPM – October 23, 2024, Warsaw

Main Topics:

• Evaluation of completed trainings in Prague and Warsaw.
• Collection of participant feedback and analysis of teaching strategies.
• Discussion on the implementation of the program in partner schools.
• Planning for dissemination. 

Outcomes:

• Collection of case studies from lessons using the new curriculum.
• Planning for promotional materials and final presentations for school communities.

TPM – November 15, 2024, Prague

Main Topics:

• Overall project summary and wrap-up.
• Preparation of the final report for the Erasmus+ National Agency.
• Planning post-project cooperation and possible follow-up initiatives.
• Discussion on formalizing the jointly developed curriculum as a model for other Montessori institutions.

Outcomes:

• Launch of documentation process for the educational program.
• Planning of a joint publication on project results and impact.