Espoo International School has created their own traditional Taksvärkki Day where the school’s Global Citizen’s School agents hold a big role. One of the students, GCS agent Mansi, wrote a report on their Taksvärkki Day held last month. Read his report below.
Our Taksvärkki Day at school
Last month, students from our Global Citizen Programme teamed up with amazing volunteers from Taksvärkki ry to lead an engaging and interactive session for our primary students. Centered around the theme of wellbeing, the activity perfectly connected with our school’s Wellbeing Month and created a meaningful experience for the whole school community.
A total of 17 agents participated in the auditorium program, contributing to both the planning and workshop activities. The Taksvärkki volunteers began by introducing their organization and explaining the importance of this year’s theme. After that, our Global Citizen Programme students took the stage with a creative and heartfelt play featuring Santa’s reindeer, especially Rudolf and his iconic red nose.
Through humor and storytelling, the play explored meaningful ideas such as inclusion, friendship, and community. It also shared an important reminder: when we notice someone who might be feeling left out or struggling, instead of making assumptions, we can simply ask:
“How can I best help you, if you need and want any help?”
A small question, but one that can make a big difference.
It builds empathy.
It strengthens our sense of community.
Taksvärkki Day at a work place
At the same time, students who were not at EIS for the day spent their Taksvärkki Day working at different workplaces outside of school. They helped with tasks such as assisting staff and teachers (depending on where they were working). This gave them a chance to experience real working environments while contributing.
The students who were at a work place or working at home that day also did an assignment related to global education. Their task was to ask questions related to peace and communication at the work place. They then discussed the topic with others at the work place and reflected on what they have observed after the work day.
Favorite part of Taksvärkki Day
Personally, my favorite part of the day was performing in the play and seeing the audience genuinely enjoy it. It was especially memorable to hear the crowd come up with such interesting and thoughtful answers during the interactive moments, it made the experience even more special.
Let’s continue to stay open-minded, inclusive, and kind, every single day.
Text: Mansi
Photo: EIS