Erasmus+ PNRR Germania - FSL
Grazie ai fondi PNRR, otto studenti del nostro Istituto stanno vivendo un’esperienza formativa e lavorativa (FSL) in Germania, un’occasione unica di crescita personale e professionale.
Un'opportunità coraggiosa, quasi avventurosa, per scoprire un altro paese europeo e le sue prospettive formative. Il progetto è stato pensato per essere uno stimolo concreto alla riflessione: i ragazzi sono guidati in un percorso di analisi sulla valorizzazione del patrimonio tradizionale, architettonico e paesaggistico, in un'ottica di sostenibilità.
Testimonianze:
On Wednesday, November 5th, 2025, during working hours in the “Bessunger Schule” in Darmstadt, I had the opportunity to visit and work in the classroom called “Kreativ”, a space where children can freely express their artistic and creative side by making various kinds of artworks such as drawings, origami, handicrafts, and much more. I believe this activity is very beneficial for them, as it is important for children to learn how to nurture their creativity. Moreover, they also recycle previously used materials, such as paper and plastic. I really enjoyed helping children express themselves and I find it an extremely interesting place, something not very common to see in Italy
(Marco Veronesi)
Tuesday, November 4th was my first day of work at Vinocentral, a wine bar located near the Darmstadt train station. I was already quite nervous about starting a new job, completely on my own, without knowing a single word of German. But when I arrived, the situation became even more surreal: none of the employees knew I was supposed to work there. They looked a bit confused, and for a moment I completely panicked. I felt out of place, as if I had gotten everything wrong. Fortunately, after a few minutes of uncertainty, things cleared up and I was finally able to start. Despite the chaotic beginning, the day took a completely different turn. I found out that some of the people at the bar spoke Italian, which gave me a bit of relief. Then I met Elena, a young woman who spoke perfect English. She was incredibly kind: she explained how everything worked, helped me when I didn’t understand, and, most importantly, made sure I felt comfortable. Throughout the day, I was mainly clearing tables and putting the dishes away, spending most of my time washing dishes. Even though it might sound simple, it was important to me: it helped me get used to the place little by little, observe the rhythm of the bar, and start feeling useful and part of the team. At one point, the owner of the bar took me to see his wine collection. It was truly incredible: over eight thousand different kinds of wine, carefully arranged and coming from all over the world. Most of them were Italian wines, but there were also Swiss, Spanish, French, and German bottles. I had never seen so many wines in one place, and I was struck by how each bottle seemed to have its own story to tell. When I got home and thought back on the day, I realized how much it had changed from how it began. From a start filled with anxiety and panic, I had moved to feeling curious, welcomed, and even a little proud of myself. It was the first day I truly understood that, even when you don’t speak the language, kindness and curiosity are enough to make yourself understood.
On Thursday, November 6th, I went to work alone for the first time, since my colleague was sick. From there, the day took an unexpected turn: on the tram, I was stopped by an inspector who told me that my travel pass wasn’t valid and that I would have to pay a €60 fine. After I explained that my pass was supposed to be valid from November 3rd, he reassured me, because I was about to have a heart attack, and told me to sort out the misunderstanding at the office where I had bought the pass. But unfortunately, my morning misadventures didn’t end there. When I arrived at Luisenplatz, I took the bus that would take me to Hofgut Oberfeld, and everything seemed fine. Once I reached my stop, though, the doors didn’t open… and to make matters worse, the next stop was quite far away, in a little forest area that wasn’t very well defined, but very beautiful (see attached photo). Anyway, I eventually managed to get to work, 40 minutes late, where I made apple juice with a group of retirees and cleaned the sidewalk in front of the farm’s pastry shop. One thing’s for sure, I definitely didn’t get bored!
Today was such a full and exciting day! In the morning, we got ready for our day trip to Frankfurt. After lunch, we headed to Darmstadt Central Station to catch the train. The journey was really pleasant and surprisingly short, it took only about twenty minutes, with just a few stops along the way. As soon as we arrived in Frankfurt, we started exploring the city together. We visited some of the main landmarks, like the cathedral, and of course took lots of photos to capture the moment. Later, we stopped at a cozy café to warm up. We were surprised to discover that the owners were partly Italian! Many of us ordered something to eat or drink, most of us went for hot chocolate and crêpes, which were delicious. After that, we decided to split into smaller groups so everyone could visit what they preferred. Anna, Marco, and I went to the luxury district with all the fancy shops, just to look around and maybe do a bit of shopping. Around 6:30 p.m. we made our way back to the train station, where we met up with the others to return home. In the evening, we gathered in one of the boys’ rooms to have dinner together. Even though we were all eating different things, it felt nice to share the meal. After dinner, we stayed together for a few more hours, playing cards, chatting, and enjoying some sweets before finally going to bed. It was definitely a long day, especially since I wasn’t feeling very well in the morning, but it was absolutely worth it. I had such a great time with everyone and got to know them better. I’m really happy to be sharing this experience with them, and I hope we’ll have many more special moments together in the future.
Today the weather was terrible: grey clouds and light rain all day long. In the morning, we had breakfast at Luisenplatz. The place was cozy and warm and everything felt nice despite the weather. After lunch, we decided to go to a park to spend some time outside. Even if it was wet and cloudy, it was nice to walk and talk for a while. Right after that, we went to an archaeological and natural science museum. It was really interesting! We stayed there until closing time because there was so much to see: fossils, ancient objects, and few interactive exhibits. In the evening, we went out to have dinner together. We had a good time. Finally, we went back home, tired but happy. Even though the weather wasn’t great, it was a really nice experience and I’m glad we spent the day together.
Today was actually a really nice day, even if the weather was terrible. Gaia and I went to work, and we were asked to check whether the children’s toys were still usable. I didn’t expect to enjoy it so much, but I really did. There was something satisfying about going through everything, organizing it, and making sure it was all safe and in good condition. It felt simple but meaningful, and it put me in a surprisingly good mood. Later, we had the chance to spend some time with the horses : Mina, Max, and Viktor. Honestly, that was my favourite part of the day. Being close to them made me feel calm and a bit emotional, almost like they sensed our presence and trusted us. Mina was the sweetest, Max was a bit more energetic, and Viktor had this quiet, almost noble vibe. I felt really lucky to be around them. Even with the rain and the cold, the whole day felt warm in its own way. Maybe it was the company, maybe the animals, or maybe just the feeling of doing something useful. But I went home tired in a good way, with that kind of peaceful satisfaction you don’t get very often.
Erasmus+ Germania
