coACTION QA Guide: Module 6

Page 16 /24 Invite pupils to plan and lead the celebration —music, exhibits, speeches, or a pop- up gallery. Newsletter or Website Feature Share your achievements with families and the wider community through digital or printed media. Simple Classroom Moments Even small gestures — like a “democracy circle” for shared reflection — can have a lasting impact. Whatever form your celebration takes, the most important thing is that it reflects your school’s values and makes space for genuine recognition and joy. The coACTION participation sticker As part of this session, your school receives the coACTION participation sticker (Annex 2)— a visible symbol of your school’s engagement in building a democratic culture. You can print and display this emblem in a public space (e.g. the school entrance, staffroom, or website), or distribute it digitally to recognise classroom or group participation. If you haven’t received the sticker yet, please contact your coACTION coordinator for the digital or print-ready file. Optional Reflection If you’d like to capture how your school celebrated, here’s a question you can use as a group discussion or journal prompt: How did your school choose to celebrate your democratic achievements? What did your pupils say about the experience? This reflection can be submitted by a teacher, project group, or even as a collection of student voices. Session 4: Coaching and Closing the Circle As your school reaches the final session of the coACTION programme, this is a moment for thoughtful closure. You’ve explored, implemented, reflected, and celebrated — and now it’s time to take a final step together: to acknowledge what has been achieved and to consider what lies ahead. This session invites your project group to slow down, talk openly, and reflect on the journey as a whole. It's a space for connection — with one another, with your shared purpose, and with the ongoing story of your school’s democratic development.