Croatian Association of Teachers of English

HUPE National Writing Competition

Dear HUPE in Storyland contestants and mentors,

 we were delighted to have you participate in the HUPE National Writing Competition. 

All the stories were outstanding and your effort is remarkable. 

Find your ranking here:  

We kindly ask you to check your students' rankings and resend us a Word file with the story including the student's and the mentor's names as well as the name of the school written INSIDE the file. Stories must be sent within the template on www.hupe.hr, the same one you initially used when you submitted the story. 

Once we gather all the data, the Permanent Ranking List will be published on the HUPE webpage and you will receive certificates via email.

As for the winners, your prizes will arrive shortly after your students choose gadgets via Google Form that will be sent to you. Our sponsor, Školska knjiga prepared packages for all nine awarded students and mentors this year. The packages for the students include 9 Modra lasta goodie bags containing a Reading club program, a wireless reading lamp, a set of coasters, a folder, a notebook, and a to-do sheet. The packages for all nine teachers include a table calendar, a to-do sheet, a weekly planner, ŠK newspaper, and a book (VIbracija uspjeha).  HUPE offers the teachers a free conference fee to our mentors and gadgets of choice for our students.

All stories will be published in a digital collection of stories. If, for any reason, you don't wish your student's story published, please indicate so by sending us an email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

If the story didn't meet the criteria published on our web site it was disqualified (word limit, template, password, AI generated, etc. )

We hope that you enjoyed participating in this writing competition and that it will inspire you to continue developing your creative skills.  

Thank you for your participation, 

HUPE Team  

Storyland

TESOL Turkiye – TEFL Kuwait webinar

TESOL Turkiye is organizing another Teachers’ Voices webinar and they are inviting all of us to join them. This time, their affiliate, TEFL Kuwait, will discuss Collaborative Healing for Post-pandemic Stress Challenges. The webinar will take place on 28 February at 17.00 GMT (18.00 CET - Croatia). To join the webinar, follow the QR code below.

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TESOL Turkey ELT Magazine

HUPE’s new partner organization TESOL Turkey has been kind enough to share its online ELT magazine with all of us, which you can read here and see what is current in ELT in their area.

Lights, Camera, Imagination! Winner of the Languages United's HUPE 2023 Video-Making Challenge Announced

Greetings from Languages United!

We are thrilled to share the exciting success of our recent venture at the HUPE 2023 Conference in Poreč, Croatia in November 2023. 

As one of the sponsors of the Croatian association of teachers of English, Languages United introduced an engaging and innovative competition that stirred the creative energies of English language teachers and students across 24 participating Croatian schools.

Competition Unveiled: Lights, Camera, Imagination!

Languages United proudly presented the Video-Making Challenge at HUPE 2023, inviting English language educators to embark on a unique journey of creativity and inspiration with their students. The theme, "Lights, Camera, Imagination!" aimed to unlock storytelling prowess and motivate participants to think beyond conventional language learning.

The Script: A Glimpse into the Time-Travel Adventure

Participants received a carefully crafted script that served as a canvas for their creative endeavours. The script set the stage for a captivating dialogue between two characters exploring the possibilities of a time-travel adventure, a theme that allowed for imaginative use of language and spontaneous role-playing.

From Imagination to Action: An Impressive Turnout

Enthusiastic responses came in as teachers and students from 24 Croatian schools embraced the challenge. The competition saw a great display of creativity, resourcefulness, and the imaginative use of props and costumes. The videos produced reflected not just linguistic skills but also the rich cultural understanding of the participants.

Announcing the Winners: "Time Machine - Soldier of Love"

After meticulous consideration, the Languages United panel of judges selected the well-deserving winner– Osnovna škola Dobriša Cesarić in Pozega with the English language teacher, Sandra Halt-Ćuže, managing the project and three students, Juraj Baltić, Eva Krizmanić and Ema Sabljić, as the main actors. Their video, entitled "Time Machine - Soldier of Love," stood out for its great video-telling, brilliant use of English and vivid portrayal of Bath's historical charm.

What Sandra said when she found out that she is the winner!

"I am proud and happy beyond words.

Truthfully, I've been working so hard for the last 20 years in teaching and this is my first International reward!

Firstly, I thank the judge panel of the LU school for choosing us among other competitors."...

The Grand Prize: A Week in Bath, July 2024

In recognition of their exceptional efforts, Sandra Halt-Ćuže, the English language teacher and project manager for the video-making challenge, has secured a week in Bath in July 2024 as the grand prize. This presents a fantastic Professional Development opportunity, allowing Sandra to immerse herself in the charm of Bath while honing her teaching skills. Sandra, along with her school, is actively exploring avenues to raise funds, aiming to make it possible for deserving students to join her in experiencing the wonders of Bath. Though a challenging task, Sandra's determination and resilience are evident as she embraces this additional fundraising challenge.

A Celebration of Creativity and Innovation

The Video-Making Challenge not only celebrated language proficiency but also fostered a community dedicated to nurturing student talent. Beyond the competition, it provided an opportunity for educators to connect, exchange ideas, and inspire each other.

Congratulations to all participants for making this competition truly special! We look forward to more such ventures that spark creativity and innovation in language learning.

The Languages United Team

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