The framework for the education strategy for Malta: 2014-2024 (Ministry for Education and Employment, 2014) highlights the importance of lifelong learning and adult learning. Furthermore, the National Curriculum Framework (Ministry for Education and Employment, 2012) holds that educators are encouraged
Feeding Frenzy Practical Interventions
HESC within the Department of Curriculum Management participated in the Feeding Frenzy programme (Eat Responsibly Project) at St Benedict’s College, Birżebbuġa Primary.
Helen Keller, Education Resource Centre, Qrendi
Ms C Richard, Head at Helen Keller Resource, Qrendi, invited HESC staff to intervene during a school activity held on Wednesday 3rd February.
Dun Manwel Attard Young Adult Education Resource Centre Wardija
HESC staff in liaison with the Senior Management Team and Ms Yanika Cassar (PSCD teacher) facilitated sessions with students on the 22nd and 24th February, 2016.
Whole-school approach
Promoting water consumption This programme focuses primarily on the daily consumption of fresh water with special emphasis on its healthful benefits.
Baħrija
On Tuesday 12th April 2016, HESC staff visited St. Nicholas College, Baħrija Primary school to facilitate interventions with pupils and their parents.
Ħamsa Illum…Kul minna Kuljum!
Kinder 2 This programme Ħamsa Illum… Kul minna Kuljum! aims to increase the pupils’ knowledge about the wide variety of vegetables and fruit, whilst encouraging them to eat more vegetables and fruit.
Milk Power
Year 2 ‘Milk Power’ seeks to build sound, healthy eating habits in children through the promotion of the daily consumption of fresh white milk and the inclusion of healthy dairy products.
Nutrition C.S.I
Year 9 – 11 Throughout the intervention ‘Nutrition – C.S.I’ students explore a variety of foodstuffs that are commonly available on the market.
Aliens in Our Food
Year 8 HESC within the Department of Curriculum Management, provides two on-premises programmes for Year 8 students.
It’s All About You
Year 7 HESC within the Department of Curriculum Management, provides two on-premises seminars for Year 7 students.
Money Matters
Year 6 Pupils are invited to attend the ‘Money Matters’ seminar within the Home Economics Seminar Centre.
Duq il-Qawsalla
Year 5 Pupils are invited to participate in an investigative and interactive programme, Duq il-Qawsalla at the Home Economics Seminar Centre.
Cool Lunchboxes
Year 4 This fun-filled programme ‘Cool Lunch boxes’ seeks to address the importance of preparing and consuming healthy, balanced and tasty school packed lunches.
Take Part Save Smart
Year 7 Financial matters are linked to every individual’s life and financial management is an essential life skill leading to the development of responsible living.
Smart Snacking
Year 8 ‘Smart Snacking’ helps the students to make healthier choices when preparing and buying snacks.
Nutrition Alert
Year 7 Another programme ‘Nutrition Alert’ aims to provide up-dated praxis on nutrition and the benefits of leading a healthy lifestyle.
Gawdi Saħħtek u Saħħet Uliedek
Year 3 Parents Parents are invited to attend a parallel nutrition programme: Gawdi Saħħtek u Saħħet Uliedek.
A Healthy Breakfast For a Good Start
Year 3 Primary school pupils attending state and non-state schools are invited to participate in a fun, interactive and educational programme, ‘A Healthy Breakfast for a Good Start’ at the Home Economics Seminar Centre.
Mind Your Manners
Year 1 Through the programme ‘Mind Your Manners’, pupils will explore the different manners pertaining to social etiquette through an inquiry based pedagogy.