Orienteering Day for Grades 5–8

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The good weather we had hoped for our long-planned Orienteering Day didn’t show up and ended up playing a trick on us.

Students and teachers braved the tough weather conditions for the first two lessons. Mixed teams navigated through the manor park and completed various tasks at the checkpoints. The tasks were based on different school subjects, including history, music, math, science, geography, and languages.

Nupula

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Our school's excellent 2nd grade students – Eliine, Mariann Eleri, and Krete-Karolin – achieved fourth place at the Nupula competition for 2nd grade students, which took place on April 4th at Kiviõli State Gymnasium.

We are proud of you!

 

– Student Council Coordinator Kaja

Kalevipoeg and Linda's Contests

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As part of the Year of the Book, a sporty competition was held today to determine our very own Linda and Kalevipoeg.

Students from lower and upper secondary levels had the chance to test themselves in various strength and agility challenges.
The Lindas competed in baby carrying, stone rolling, and bucket carrying.
The Kalevipoegs showcased their strength in stone carrying, weight holding, and pull-ups.

April Fools' Day

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Today, on International Joke Day, we celebrated a No-Schoolbag Day at school to bring variety to the daily routine and encourage students to think creatively. Instead of regular schoolbags, students had to bring their learning materials in inventive and imaginative carriers, which added playfulness to the day and brought lots of joy to both students and teachers. This special school day made the everyday routine more fun and enlivened school life, offering everyone memorable moments.

 

First Aid Training

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An interesting and educational first aid training session!

On March 26th, students from Tallinn Health Care College visited our school and conducted an engaging first aid training session for students in grades 6-9.

The students gained knowledge about life-saving techniques and reinforced their understanding through practical exercises.

A big thank you to the trainers for sharing valuable knowledge and useful skills!

Estonian Language Week

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From March 10th to March 14th, 2025, Mäetaguse Basic School celebrated Estonian Language Week.

On Tuesday and Thursday, a Jeopardy-style quiz competition was held for students in grades 5-9.

The winners of the quiz for grades 5-7 were Elisabeth, Evert-Kris, and Mihkel, while the best participants from grades 8-9 were Hanna-Marleen, Sander, and Harry Gregor. Thank you to all participants and congratulations to the winners!

On Friday, our school was visited by writer Heli Künnapas, who introduced her works.

Mother Tongue Day

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On March 14th, students from grades 1 to 3 gathered in the school library to celebrate Mother Tongue Day.

They talked about the importance and beauty of their native language.

Students shared their own creative stories, and fun brain-teasing exercises were solved.

Let’s cherish and value the Estonian language in every moment!

Alutaguse Municipality Schools' Recitation Contest

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On March 12th, Mäetaguse Basic School hosted the Alutaguse Municipality recitation contest titled "Nature Around Us," which brought together students from three local schools.

Students from grades 1 and 2 recited poems, while students from grades 3 and 4 presented prose.

In their respective age groups, the following students achieved first place: Juhan Moisa, Eliine Lehtsaar, Kirke Karja, and Lilia Popova.

Special awards were given to: Loore Lehtsaar, Inge Vaarman, Isabella Kivikalju, and Antti Pae.

112 Day

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We Celebrated International 112 Day

On February 11th, our school celebrated International 112 Day, which aims to raise awareness about the importance of the emergency number.

On this day, representatives from the Estonian Red Cross, the Environmental Board, and the Rescue Board visited our school. They shared valuable information and provided guidance on how to act in emergency situations.

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