The European society is subject to continuous change. Far-reaching changes in the composition of the population, increased individualization and greater intolerance are strengthening the calls for social coherence and involvement.
Citizenship education takes place at the level of the micro community represented by the school. The school is an important facilitator that should motivate youth and give them tools to handle the world. Physical education (PE) is a valuable vehicle for preparing pupils for their role as participants in the society.
By working on citizenship, education is making an investment in the democratic future of Europe and the world. As a consequence, citizenship is one of the core objectives for education. After all, education is a means of preparing the pupils for their role in society, as individuals and as active and healthy citizens of a country, of Europe and of the world.
