On VALENTINE'S DAY many radio stations play to romantic songs of the present and past.
Have you got a favourite love song? Which is your favourite love song(s)? Share your list with us!
Listen to the selections below!
Remember any love songs of the 90s?
What about the 60s?
So, what are your favourite love songs?
Monday, 14 February 2011
HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!
If you haven't read the play or watched it yet - a serious crime, in my humble opinion! ;-) - you can watch the video below and you'll get the main plot of the most tragic love story of all!
Well, this version has a totally different ending... but you'll still get the gist of it! Enjoy!
Curious about Romeo and Juliet? Check out these links:
- Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare - the text
- Romeo and Juliet - Wikipedia information on the play
- Romeo + Juliet, film directed by Baz Luhrmann - movie trailer
- Romeo + Juliet, film directed by Baz Luhrmann - movie information 1 information 2
Sunday, 13 February 2011
VALENTINE'S DAY: Spending Money on Your Honey
How much money do people spend on Valentine's Day?
Take a look at this great infographic from Savings.com.
What about you? Will you be spending any money on your loved one? :-)
Presented by Savings.com Blog & Save
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Take a look at this great infographic from Savings.com.
What about you? Will you be spending any money on your loved one? :-)
Presented by Savings.com Blog & Save
Saturday, 12 February 2011
The History of Valentine's Day
What do you actually know about Saint Valentine's Day?Every February 14, across the United States and in other places around the world, candy, flowers and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. But who is this mysterious saint, and where did these traditions come from?
Watch the video below in order to find out about the history of this centuries-old holiday, from ancient Roman rituals to the customs of Victorian England.
Friday, 11 February 2011
Valentine's Day is just around the corner...
Would you like to treat your beloved with something sweet?
Watch the Jamie Oliver cooking something very special and easy! Answer the quiz below.
Monday, 7 February 2011
CONTEST: OLIMPÍADAS DO INGLÊS 2010/2011
On January 19th, many students from our school participated in our 3rd edition of the Olimpíadas do Inglês Contest.The English Department thanks all the students who participated in this contest!
We are pleased to announce the winners!
7th form: Pilar Costa Alves, number 19, Class 7A
8th form: Rui Campos, number 21, Class 8B
9th form: Patrícia Martins, number 5, Class 9B
8th/9th CEF Courses: Diogo Fernandes, number 2, Class 9E
10th form: Carolina Gonçalves, number 7, Class 10D
10th form Vocational Courses: Andreia Sousa, number 3, Class 10J
11th form: Marina Costa, number 18, Class 11D
11th form Vocational Courses: Nádia Campos, number 14, Class 11H
12th form Vocational Courses: Luís Araújo, number 8, Class 12H
Congratulations to the students who won the Olimpíadas do Inglês Contest!
YOU ARE (SIMPLY) THE BEST!
YOU ARE (SIMPLY) THE BEST!
Wednesday, 2 February 2011
Happy Groundhog Day!
Do you know what day is today? It's Groundhog Day!
Groundhog Day is a holiday celebrated on February 2nd. It is usually celebrated in North America.It began in the year 1886. This holiday celebrates "Punxsutawney Phil", a groundhog that could supposedly predict the weather.
Groundhog Day is a holiday celebrated on February 2nd. It is usually celebrated in North America.It began in the year 1886. This holiday celebrates "Punxsutawney Phil", a groundhog that could supposedly predict the weather.
According to folklore, if it is cloudy when a groundhog emerges from its burrow (toca - Port.) on this day, it will leave the burrow, signifying that winter will soon end. If it is sunny, the groundhog will supposedly see its shadow and retreat back into its burrow, and winter will continue for six more weeks.
Monday, 31 January 2011
A Look Back on How 2010 Changed Our Lives...
January 2011 is quickly coming to an end. But it is never too late to look back at 2010.
How did 2010 change our lives? Check this infograph that sums up some of the events that marked year 2010.
Thank you Ellie Koning, from rainy Seattle, for sharing this link with us!
How did 2010 change our lives? Check this infograph that sums up some of the events that marked year 2010.
Thank you Ellie Koning, from rainy Seattle, for sharing this link with us!
Via: OnlineSchools.org
Saturday, 29 January 2011
IT'S NOW OFFICIAL! ES/3 BARCELINHOS WILL BE RECONSTRUCTED!
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Our school is now officially part of phase 4 (check this link!) of the requalification programme of the Portuguese schools (Programa de Modernização do Parque Escolar Destinado ao Ensino Secundário).
Let us hope that we won't have to wait too long for it! Our school really needs to have work done on the buildings and facilities!
What do you think of this?
Tuesday, 18 January 2011
IF A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS, THEN ...
... A CARTOON IS WORTH A THOUSAND AND ONE!
What messages do these cartoons transmit? Tell us what you think!
Cartoon 1 - Title: AUSTRALIA TODAY Artist: Martin Sutovec
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| CAGLE CARTOONS |
Cartoon 2 - Title: ZODIAC CHANGES Artist: Cam Cardow
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| CAGLE CARTOONS |
Monday, 17 January 2011
Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day!
On the third Monday of January each year, that means today, January 17, the Americans celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. It is a United States federal holiday marking the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. who was born on January 15 1929.
Who was Martin Luther King Jr.?
He was a civil rights activist who worked hard to make people understand that black people should always be treated equally to white people. He gave speeches and led rallies to encourage African Americans to protest without the need for violence. One peaceful strategy was for African Americans to have sit-ins. This is where they would sit in a restaurant seat that was supposed to be only for white people. They would politely ask for some food and refuse to leave until someone gave them food. Another strategy that King used was leading boycotts. This is where people would refuse to buy goods or services from people who did not treat white people and black people the same.
Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated on the evening of April 4, 1968.
The following video shows an excerpt of one of King's most famous speeches - I have a dream!
He was a civil rights activist who worked hard to make people understand that black people should always be treated equally to white people. He gave speeches and led rallies to encourage African Americans to protest without the need for violence. One peaceful strategy was for African Americans to have sit-ins. This is where they would sit in a restaurant seat that was supposed to be only for white people. They would politely ask for some food and refuse to leave until someone gave them food. Another strategy that King used was leading boycotts. This is where people would refuse to buy goods or services from people who did not treat white people and black people the same.
Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated on the evening of April 4, 1968.
Source: simple.wikipedia.org (slightly adapted)
The following video shows an excerpt of one of King's most famous speeches - I have a dream!
Have you ever watched the film Freedom Writers?
I you have, you might recognise this song from the film's soundtrack:
Friday, 14 January 2011
What's your sign? Are you sure?
What is your sign? Are you an Aries or a Pisces? Or should I say "Were you an Aries or a Pisces?".
Check the astrological calendar and find out if the fact that the Earth has shifted on its axis hasn't changed your future...
Check the astrological calendar and find out if the fact that the Earth has shifted on its axis hasn't changed your future...
Multisource political news, world news, and entertainment news analysis by Newsy.com
Check the transcript here: http://www.newsy.com/videos/zodiac-sign-change-causes-a-stir
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