1. SWEDEN

2. Vadstena Located at Lake Vättern Inhabitants 7000 Known for: Saint Bridget of Sweden The Castle – Gustaf Vasa Churchly interests from all over Europe gather in Vadstena and the town has become one of the most important places of pilgrimage. Mental care institution Nature and its surroundings

3. History Saint Bridget (Birgitta) of Sweden Born 1303 – Dead 1373 Rome. Sweden´s only saint proclaimed by the pope Bonaficaus IV 1391. Founder of the Bridgettines nuns. Today: 11 nuns live in the modern monastery. The medieval town of Vadstena Saint Bridget´s monastary became the most powerful institution of Sweden in the 14th century. Vadstena Convent Church – permission from the pope 1370. Vadstena Castle built 1545 – 1620

4. Petrus Magni School Named after the first principal Peder Månsson – Latin name Petrus Magni. The school´s profile: ”Lifestyle 2000” Secondary school 16 subjects Teachers Work in 3 teams Extra staff – counsellor, nurse, study counsellor Curriculum – aim based Assessment A-F (July 2011)

5. Our students 250 students 9 groups year 7-9 Ages 13-16 Future: Upper Secondary School Choose academic/vocational 3 years the least

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