For the sixth time, we are gathering the nationwide and worldwide community to promote a scientific approach to happiness and well-being in schools, preschools, universities, libraries, community centers, and more, from September 29 to October 5, 2025, among adults (teachers, administrators, parents), youth, and children.
The National Week of Happiness at School is a pretext for implementing positive interventions in the new school and academic year that foster a positive life among teachers, students, school staff, and parents.
We don’t want this to be a one-time event, but rather to continue throughout the school year, with visible long-term results.
Let this be an opportunity for real change in the culture and climate of schools and preschools!
This year’s theme, “HAPPY IN DIVERSITY” refers to the third wave of positive psychology worldwide, whose primary goal is to highlight, in addition to personal context, the culture and environment in which we function.
How can I create a space where everyone feels comfortable?
What actions can I take to teach others about diversity?
What would the world look like if we truly valued diversity every day?
Therefore, this year’s proposals include the following, reflective and stimulating positive interventions:
- A Celebration of Diversity – What does “diversity” mean to me? In what aspects of life do I encounter diversity? Why is diversity important? What are the benefits of living in a diverse society? Do I recognize diversity within myself?
- A Celebration of Cultural Diversity – What different traditions and customs exist in my environment? What can I learn from people from other cultures? How do different cultures celebrate important holidays and rituals? How do music, dance, food, and language reflect cultural diversity? How does my own cultural background influence my perception of the world?
- Diversity of Ideas – How do different perspectives enrich debate? How do I respond to views that differ from my own? Can I listen to someone who thinks completely differently than me? What would happen if everyone thought the same way? How do different approaches help solve problems at work, in education, and in social life? Are diverse thinking styles an asset or a hindrance in school and at work?
- Neurodiversity Celebration – What does the term “neurodiversity” mean? What forms of functioning are encompassed by neurodiversity? What are the stereotypes about neuroatypical people? Where do they come from? Is neurodiversity more of a “problem” or a “potential”? Or perhaps both? What can inspire us to build an inclusive culture? Biodiversity Celebration – What does the word “biodiversity” mean? What life forms constitute biodiversity – and why are they all important? Does biodiversity only concern animals and plants, or also microorganisms and fungi? What would the world be like without biodiversity? Why is biodiversity important? How does it impact our daily lives – food, health, climate? How can I care for biodiversity in my daily life? How can I encourage others to appreciate the beauty and value of wildlife?
- I accept myself – what does acceptance mean to me? Does acceptance mean I have to agree with everything? What are the limits of acceptance – is everything acceptable? Is it easy for me to accept myself as I am? What do I like most about myself – and what is the hardest for me to accept? How does the lack of acceptance from others affect me? What self-beliefs have I acquired from home, school, and the media? How can I support myself on the path to greater self-acceptance?
- I accept others – do I find it easy to accept people who are different from me? What differences between people are easy and difficult for me to accept? Has anyone ever rejected me – how did I feel? How can I show someone that I accept them, even if we are different? What does acceptance mean in relationships – family, friends, acquaintances? What situations teach me to be open to others? Why is acceptance the foundation of a society based on equality? Which social groups most often experience lack of acceptance? How can schools/workplaces/communities promote a culture of acceptance? Can acceptance change the world? What are some examples of such changes?
- A celebration of talents and strengths – what do I feel good about? What comes naturally to me? When was the last time I did something that gave me joy and satisfaction? What do others appreciate about me – do I agree? What things do I enjoy doing, even if they are difficult and require effort? Who supports me in developing my abilities? What talents and strengths do I see in others in our class/group? Do we realize how different we are – and how this can be an advantage? How can different talents complement each other in the classroom? What skills are needed for a group to work well together? Are all talents equally valued in our culture/school/world? Are talents always immediately apparent? How can I help others showcase them? Am I able to celebrate others’ success, even if I do things differently?
- A celebration of diverse needs – what is a need? Are needs just physical matters (e.g., sleep, food), or also emotions, relationships, ways of communicating? Do I know my needs well? Do I know how to name them? Is asking for a need to be met difficult? What differences in needs might occur within a single classroom/family/school? Does everyone learn the same way? What educational needs might students have? What differences in needs relate to rest, social contact, noise, light, and space? Is it possible to create one “good” space for everyone? How do we react when someone expresses a need we don’t understand? How can I demonstrate understanding for others’ needs – even if I don’t share them? Am I open to the fact that others may function completely differently than me? What behaviors help create an atmosphere in which everyone can talk about their needs? What questions are worth asking to better understand the needs of others?
- My Dream World – If everything were possible – what would the world I wanted to live in look like? What would change in relationships between people? What would schools, cities, workplaces look like? How would we treat nature, animals, and the planet? Would there be room for difference and diversity in my dream world? What would my ideal day in such a world look like? Who am I – what do I do, what surrounds me, how do I feel? What gives me a sense of meaning, joy, and security? What values are most important to me in my dream world? How do people communicate with each other? Is there room for anger, sadness, and differences of opinion? How do we deal with these things? How do we treat people who are different, who have different needs, beliefs, or appearances? What do we do when someone needs help? Does something from my dream world already exist? Where do I see it? What can I do today to get closer to this vision? What small actions can I take in my class, group, or community? What dreams connect people regardless of location, age, or culture? What books, films, and people have inspired me to think about a better world? What do I learn from other people’s dreams? What one dream would I like to see come true for all of humanity?
All detailed informations are here: www.happinessatschool.pl
You are invited – if you wish!
In the meantime, I wish you creativity at its best😊
