FINLAND SUMMER SCHOOLS Valkeakoski, Finland “Experience the high-quality education and fantastic living standards in the happiest country in the world, FINLAND.” -Edunation MUSTANLAHDENKATU 3-7 [email protected] 33210 TAMPERE FINLAND +358 50 354 8603 INTRODUCTION At EDUNATION we’re all about helping students experience the best education in the world. And where else would this be possible, if not in Finland? ü Finland’s primary education is the best in the world1 ü Finland ranks as the top OECD country in Education2 ü Education in Finland answers to future needs the 3rd best in the world3 We want international students to have both a meaningful and memorable experience, which is why, you can customize the summer camp according to your market needs. Get an insight into what Finnish education is all about, while enjoying the clean and green nature that Finland has to offer, no matter if it’s summer or winter. WHY UNIQUE? We can organize it at any given time of the year. HOW MUCH ? The price of the camp will depend on which modules you choose. ü Regular Price Modules: 297 EUR /day / participant (All Inclusive) ü Special Priced Modules: 347 – 397 EUR /day / participant (All Inclusive) HOW MANY PARTICIPANTS? We require a minimum of 20 students. IS THE DURATION OR LENGTH OF EACH PROGRAM FIXED? No, you can pick and choose the modules you want, and thereby the duration of the camp can be adjusted to your desired length. 1 World Economic Forum (WEF), The Global Competitiveness Report 2016-2017: Primary Education 2 OECD, Better Life Index: Education 3 Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) & Yidan Prize, Worldwide Educating for the Future Index WWW.EDUNATION.CO 2 MUSTANLAHDENKATU 3-7 [email protected] 33210 TAMPERE FINLAND +358 50 354 8603 VALKEAKOSKI Valkeakoski means White Rapids, it’s a small city and municipality in Finland, located in the country’s center lakeland. Valkeakoski is a town of international business with good educational opportunities and a wide range of services. Internationalization and know-how are special focus areas in the city’s development plans. Valkeakoski offer great opportunities in Basic Education, Upper Secondary and Music School studies. There are also Vocational Schools and a university of applied sciences; Häme University of applied sciences, HAMK. Valkeakoski has grown into a lively community thanks to its great education opportunities, tourist attractions as well as, for the investment opportunities it offers. Through this document, you’ll get a glimpse of the rich culture and history of Valkeakoski, Finland and you will learn how fun it is to study and live in Finland. WWW.EDUNATION.CO 3 MUSTANLAHDENKATU 3-7 [email protected] 33210 TAMPERE FINLAND +358 50 354 8603 CONTENTS Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 2 Valkeakoski ............................................................................................................................. 3 Waltikka Summer and Winter Camp Modules ............................................................................. 5 Normal modules ...................................................................................................................... 5 Special price modules .............................................................................................................. 9 Educational modules ............................................................................................................. 11 Winter camp modules ........................................................................................................... 12 Waltikka Summer and Winter Camp hosts ................................................................................ 15 Valkeakoski Highlights ............................................................................................................... 16 Education in Valkeakoski ........................................................................................................... 18 Basic Education ..................................................................................................................... 18 Valkeakoski Tietotie, Upper Secondary School, Valkeakosken Tietotien lukio ........................ 18 The Valkeakoski Music School ............................................................................................... 19 Youth Art School ................................................................................................................... 19 Frequently Asked Questions ...................................................................................................... 20 WWW.EDUNATION.CO 4 MUSTANLAHDENKATU 3-7 [email protected] 33210 TAMPERE FINLAND +358 50 354 8603 WALTIKKA SUMMER AND WINTER CAMP MODULES Waltikka Camps include Accommodation (at hotel Waltikka), three meals a day and transportation in Finland + program/training & the modules you choose – based on Customer Expectations NORMAL MODULES No Module name and Content Duration 1 Opening ceremonies and the Way of Life in Finland 4h ü Welcome BBQ dinner ü Opening Ceremonies – Introduction of the Camp, hosts and participants & expectations ü Introduction of Finland + Cultural differences between Finland and China/HK, Finland Quiz ü Walk around the lake Mallasvesi – 5 bridges and beautiful views – and/or Finnish Sauna 2 Nordic Nature experience – Huittula hill and Finnish Forest 3-4h ü Climbing the ancient Huittula hill in Sääksmäki, Valkeakoski ü Learning in-depth knowledge about the Nordic plants, herbs, trees, animals… ü Nature Hiking and learning how to use forest to get food (Ms. Petra Pikkanen) ü Petra shows how easy it is to get food directly from the forest and how to use natural herbs 3 The Great Lake experience – Paddling, Sauna, Swimming, Playing 6h ü Learning how to paddle and row the boat in one of the most beautiful lakes in Finland ü Paddling practice in teams on the beautiful lake Vanajavesi in Valkeakoski ü Meeting & playing with Finnish young students at Pappilanniemi Camping Center ü Finnish Sauna, Swimming & Dinner at Pappilanniemi – with young Finnish students 4 The Secrets of Catching Fish (Wintertime Ice-Fishing) 2-3h ü Professional fishing guides will teach you tips and tricks how to catch a fish ü Fishing in practice – Lake Mallasvesi – guided by Mr. Pekka Kaskela & Veijo Takaniemi § Mr. Pekka Kaskela, Senior Chairman of Valkeakoski Fishermen club § Mr. Veijo Takaniemi and other Senior fishermen of Valkeakoski Fishermen club Ice-fishing is a state of mind. You walk into a great white space over frozen waters in the middle of nowhere. Then, you make a hole through the ground below you, dip in a fishing lure and sit down to wait, sometimes for hours on end. This is the true essence of ice-fishing and it is what countless of Finns yearn to do every winter. We try to explain this love affair. o The beauty of ice-fishing lies in its simplicity. A session of ice-fishing could almost be counted as a sort of meditation. Whilst waiting patiently for something to happen – and often nothing does – your mind clears itself unexpectedly and effortlessly. Infinity and silence are the key factors here. The spirituality is further enhanced by the strangely WWW.EDUNATION.CO 5 MUSTANLAHDENKATU 3-7 [email protected] 33210 TAMPERE FINLAND +358 50 354 8603 comforting idea of the vibrant underwater-life deep below the seemingly still and icy surface. Catching fish is a bonus, not the purpose. 5 The Great Forest Experience & Practising Orienteering 4-6h ü Learning the art of orienteering – in teams – in forest by using map and compass ü Learning to prepare a BBQ in the Nature and BBQ in the Nature 6 Visit to Heureka – Finnish Science Center in Vantaa 3-4h ü The aim of the science centre, is to popularize scientific information and to develop the methods to teach science and scientific concepts. Heureka features interactive exhibitions with exhibits that enable visitors to independently test different concepts and ideas. Heureka’s planetarium is one of the most modern digital planetariums in Europe. ü Lunch at Café Einstein inside of Heureka 7 Sightseeing in Helsinki – the Capital of Finland 2-4h ü Helsinki Cathedral, Market Square, Parliament, Brand New Oodi Library, Music hall… 8 Sightseeing in Hämeenlinna – Castle, Sibelius Museum + Escape room 4-8h ü Sightseeing – visit to Hämeenlinna Castle, Aulanko, Market Square, Museums… ü Visit to Sibelius Museum/Birth place, [email protected] ü Team work – historical exercise at Escape room, www.getaway.fi 9 Exploring Tampere – Pispala, Pyynikki, Särkänniemi Theme Park, Museums… 8h ü Tampere is the 2nd biggest and most attractive city in Finland ü Visit to Pispala Hill – The Old Tampere ü You will learn about restoration of historical environment. Pispala is beautifully restored old working-class neighborhood, with traditional wooden houses, narrow streets and magnificent views towards the two large lakes. Protected by a strict building plan, the unique village-like neighborhood is home to thousands of families, cats and dogs. ü Visit to Pyynikki Hill and Observation Tower ü One of the Tampere city centre neighbourhoods, Pyynikki, displays a great example of environmental protection in Tampere city centre. Pyynikki is home to a gorgeous pine tree forest on top of a ridge with illuminated jogging trails. We will climb up Pyynikki Watchtower to enjoy a cup of freshly ground coffee and a traditional Finnish doughnut! ü Spy Museum and/or