Or perhaps listening to it? Why not!
So, although it won’t be “dark everywhere”, nor, for that matter, “silent everywhere” – after all, it’s hard to expect silence in a busy school corridor during break time – tomorrow, 4 September, our school radio will be transformed into a special broadcast station, giving students, teachers and other members of staff the opportunity to listen to excerpts from Adam Mickiewicz’s Dziady, performed by the actors from TheMaskowani Theatre Group.
So come and listen to Konrad’s anguished struggle with God, Gustaw’s sorrow over his unhappy love, and Guślarz’s incantations as he summons the spirits.
Who knows? Perhaps the great characters of Mickiewicz’s drama will be lured by the sound of the reading and appear among us, blending into the crowds of students in the school corridors…
 

After returning from Oberhausen, our students and their teachers had the opportunity to meet with Maciej Gramatyka, Mayor of Tychy. The meeting was a chance to share some of their most memorable experiences from MULTI 2026, talk about the friendships they made and reflect on everyday life with their host families.
The students talked about meeting young people from different parts of the world, taking part in workshops and activities, going on trips together and, of course, communicating in foreign languages. They emphasised that the project allowed them not only to discover Oberhausen, but also to open up to other cultures, overcome language barriers and gain experiences that simply cannot be learned in a classroom.
This year marked the third time that young people from Tychy have taken part in the MULTI project. The meeting with the Mayor was therefore also an opportunity to look back on another edition of this unique international initiative and to share what the participants will carry with them for years to come – memories, new perspectives and friendships that reach far beyond borders.
Photo: Kamil Peszat / tychy.pl – thank you!
 

On 1 September 2026, we officially welcomed the new 2026/2027 school year! After the summer break, our school once again filled with students, teachers, conversations, smiles and plenty of energy for the months of learning and working together ahead.
This year’s opening ceremony was held in two sessions. The first brought together students from the second, third and fourth years. Our Principal, Joanna Wojtynek, welcomed everyone and wished the school community a successful and rewarding year, with special words of encouragement for our final-year students, for whom the coming months will be a particularly important and memorable time.
The school leadership also warmly welcomed the new teachers joining the “Kruczek” community this year. We are delighted to have them with us and wish them a wonderful start to their journey at our school!
As every year, the beginning of the school year was also an opportunity to remember the history of our school and the people who helped shape it. As part of this tradition, a school delegation visited the grave of Franciszek Teper, the first principal of I Liceum Ogólnokształcące in Tychy, paying tribute to a person whose name remains an important part of our school’s history.
A symbolic act of remembrance also took place at school. A delegation consisting of Vice-Principal Magdalena Goraus and our students laid a wreath beneath the memorial plaque dedicated to Principal Teper, a soldier and participant in the September Campaign of 1939. This important school tradition reminds younger generations of our history, the sacrifices made by others and the lives of those connected with our school and our country.
One of the most meaningful moments of the ceremony was a speech by Sabina Kuczera-Lisiecka, who gave our students an important lesson in history and reflection. She reminded us that our peers in 1939 were unable to begin the school year as we are today. Their everyday lives were suddenly disrupted by events that would forever change the history of Europe and the world.
Her words also offered an important message for the present day. History teaches us the importance of respect, kindness and recognising the value of every human being. We should never judge, divide or deny anyone their dignity because of their background, beliefs, appearance or any other differences. Every person matters. History has repeatedly shown us where the division of people into those considered “better” and “worse” can lead, particularly when people are denied their dignity and basic right to respect.
At 11:30 a.m., a particularly special moment arrived for the newest members of our school community. For the first time, our freshers walked through the doors of I Liceum Ogólnokształcące im. Leona Kruczkowskiego in Tychy.
For them, the opening of the school year was especially significant. They are embarking on a new chapter filled with their first lessons, new friendships, new challenges and countless opportunities to discover their interests and talents. We hope that the years ahead will be a time of learning, developing passions, discovering their potential and making lifelong friendships.
Jagna Wójcik, Chair of the Student Council, welcomed all the students and the entire teaching staff with plenty of energy, warmth and a great sense of humour. Her speech was a wonderful reminder that students are an important and active part of our school community and play a vital role in shaping school life.
The ceremony was also enriched by performances from the Kruczek Artistic and Theatre Groups, whose talent and enthusiasm created a special atmosphere and added an artistic touch to the celebration.
The ceremony concluded with the official opening of the new school year. The school leadership announced:
“I hereby declare the 2026/2027 school year officially open!”
We now have many months ahead filled with learning, new challenges, projects, trips, meetings, competitions and shared experiences.
We wish all our Students, Teachers, Parents and Staff a successful, peaceful and rewarding 2026/2027 school year! May it be a time of discovering new passions, gaining knowledge, exploring your potential and creating wonderful memories. And may it also be a year of mutual respect, kindness, courage and openness towards others.
Have a wonderful school year, Kruczek!
 

MULTI 2026 – An Unforgettable
The 2026 edition of the international MULTI youth exchange in Oberhausen came to an end on 29 August. More than 120 young people from 13 countries took part in this year’s project, including seven students from I Liceum Ogólnokształcące im. Leona Kruczkowskiego in Tychy.
Our students spent two weeks in Oberhausen, from 16 to 29 August, staying with local host families. This was the third time that young people from Tychy have taken part in the MULTI international exchange organised in our partner city. Tychy and Oberhausen have officially been partner cities since 2020, with youth exchange being one of the most important aspects of this partnership.
This year’s MULTI project was held under the motto “Our World. Our Future.” Over the course of two weeks, young people from Poland, Germany, Turkey, Ecuador, North Macedonia, Italy, Greece, Estonia, Romania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Moldova, China, Israel and Ukraine came together to take part in a wide range of activities.
The MULTI 2026 programme offered something for everyone. Participants took part in a city game around Oberhausen, project workshops, sports and artistic activities, cooking, music, sewing and handicraft workshops, public-space painting, family events and a trip to an amusement park, as well as exploring Oberhausen and the surrounding area.
One of the highlights of the programme was a joint picnic, bringing together participants from different countries and their host families. It was a great opportunity to relax, get to know one another better and simply enjoy spending time together.
But above all, MULTI is about people – bringing young people from different countries and cultures together. Working on projects and taking part in activities together encouraged participants to communicate, cooperate and remain open to new perspectives. English and German were the main languages of communication, giving everyone plenty of opportunities to practise their language skills in authentic, everyday situations.
For our students, their stay in Oberhausen was about much more than visiting our partner city. It was a chance to discover new cultures, experience everyday life with German families, make international friendships and overcome language barriers.
Our students came back delighted with their experience, the atmosphere of the project, its excellent organisation and, above all, the people they met. They particularly appreciated the openness of participants from other countries and the opportunity to spend so much time together. Between workshops, trips, conversations and time with their host families, the two weeks simply flew by.
Here is how some of our students remember their MULTI experience:
“Taking part in MULTI in Germany was an amazing opportunity to meet people from all over the world, try new things and push my boundaries. I was lucky enough to stay with a wonderful family, which made me feel completely at home. They showed me around Oberhausen, but also took me to other cities in Germany and the Netherlands. The two weeks flew by, and I hope I will have the chance to take part in MULTI again.”
— Julia Czapek
Przemek Szczepaniak particularly appreciated the opportunity to put his German into practice:
“What I particularly enjoyed was the opportunity to speak German with the other participants and practise the language at the same time. Although I was already happy with my German before MULTI, being completely immersed in the language gave me so much more.”
Julia’s and Przemek’s experiences perfectly capture what MULTI is all about. It is much more than a trip abroad – it is an opportunity for young people to step outside their comfort zones, discover new perspectives, connect with others and develop valuable skills.
The group from Tychy was accompanied by Maciej Gruchlik, Director of Youth Cultural Centre No. 1 in Tychy, and Joanna Rudolf, a teacher at Primary School No. 21 in Tychy.
For the students of our school, MULTI 2026 was an unforgettable lesson in foreign languages, independence, teamwork and openness to the world. It also showed them that friendship and mutual understanding can flourish across borders, languages and cultural differences.
We would like to extend our special thanks to Marc Grunenberg and the entire MULTI team for preparing and coordinating this year’s project, for their tremendous commitment and outstanding organisation, and for creating such a wonderful space for young people from so many different countries to meet, collaborate and build connections.
We would also like to thank the host families in Oberhausen, group leaders and all the volunteers who helped make MULTI 2026 such a memorable and meaningful experience for our students.
We hope that the friendships made in Oberhausen will last for many years to come – and that our students will have many more opportunities to meet their international friends in the future!
 

Dear Graduates,
This is a truly special day – you have received your final exam results and completed another important stage of your educational journey. We would like to sincerely congratulate all this year’s graduates on their achievements, as well as on the perseverance, determination, and tremendous effort you put into preparing for your exams.
We are proud of your successes and believe that the knowledge, skills, and experiences gained at our high school will become a strong foundation for pursuing your future dreams and ambitious goals.
Ahead of you lies a time of making important decisions – choosing a field of study, a university, and your further educational and professional path. We wish you that these choices reflect your passions, interests, and aspirations, and that the years ahead bring you great satisfaction, inspiring encounters, and many new achievements.
May your courage in facing challenges, curiosity about the world, and confidence in your own abilities guide you toward achieving even the most ambitious goals.
Thank you for the years we have shared, for your involvement in school life, your numerous academic, sporting, artistic, and social achievements, and for helping to shape the history of Leon Kruczkowski High School No. 1 in Tychy.
Congratulations and best wishes for this new chapter of your lives!
We are cheering for you and believe that we will hear about your successes many more times in the future. Good luck! 🎓🍀