In an exciting initiative that showcases the power of communication and collaboration, the 6th-grade students of the 9th Primary School of Heraklion, Crete, created a unique podcast, bringing their voices to Europe!
As part of their participation in the European program “Kids Radio Europe” and responding to an invitation from the French partners “Les Francas”, our students embraced the theme “Youth Participation in Europe” from the French local project “Collégiens Citoyens” (“Student Citizens”).
Radio, as a medium of communication and interaction, offers a unique platform for students to host and manage an information channel while also developing their media literacy skills.
The students’ podcast, full of energy and enthusiasm, opened with the song “On écrit sur les murs” by Demis Roussos, interpreted by KIDS UNITED — a song about solidarity, peace, and hope — along with a warm “good morning” to the listeners.
Through their voices, the students proudly presented the 9th Primary School of Heraklion, describing its modern building, bright classrooms, the multipurpose room, and the basketball court, emphasizing that “you never get bored at our school!”
Then, our young radio producers took listeners on a journey through the beautiful city of Heraklion and Crete. They described the crystal-clear beaches, the impressive mountains, the rich and unique flora with endemic plants, as well as the renowned Cretan hospitality and cuisine. They also spoke about the island’s rich history, from ancient myths to the Minoan civilization and the Palace of Knossos.
What made the project even more special was its intercultural dimension. The students translated each sentence from Greek into French, with the valuable support of two students from Jean Monnet University (Saint-Étienne, France) — Alyssia Douat and Audrey Notin — as well as the school’s French teacher, Ms. Maria Giakoumaki. This approach not only strengthened their language skills, but also promoted cultural understanding and cooperation between European teams.
This initiative is a brilliant example of how students can gain valuable experiences, develop skills, and enhance youth participation in European programs.
The podcast series “9th Primary School of Heraklion on Kids Radio Europe
