Introduction

‘Moving Targets’ - a unique project!

That was the first thought that crossed my mind when Agnes asked me to participate as a music teacher in this exciting pilot. But let me first introduce myself.

My name is Kitty van Gulick – Van Buul and I’m a teacher in Music and Dutch language at the Teaching Training College of Avans University in Breda. For many years I’ve combined this job with jobs in primary schools. I live in Tilburg, about 15 miles from Breda, I’m married and we’ve got three children at the age of 22, 24 and 26 years. My hobbies are singing, playing the piano, walking, reading and going to the movies with my friends. I also take part-time classes in ‘Cultural studies’ at the Distance Teaching University.

I think ‘Moving Targets’ offers us a great opportunity to work together from our own backgrounds, cultures and the motivation for our common ideal: the promotion of English language in primary schools. For me the English language is of vital importance to make contact outside our standard borders. It is never too soon to start speaking and writing English. Learning English by means of drama and music is the motto of this project. Children will enjoy the process of learning this language by various activities and games.

Last year Agnes and I made a trip to Ljubljana to make several appointments. In December the Turkish and English colleagues were our guests in Breda. Both were very pleasant experiences. At this moment I’m making preparations for the project and I’m looking forward to meeting you all in June.