Magdalena Walczak
DP BIOLOGY
I teach biology at Da Vinci’s International Schools in IB MYP and DP. I am a veterinarian, I graduated from the University of Environmental and Life Sciences in Wrocław and the Universidad de Córdoba.
Teaching is my passion. I started my career in 2014, teaching biology at St. Agnes School in India as part of the IIT Kharagpur Global Citizen Development Programme.
Outside of school I am involved in humanitarian aid and wildlife conservation projects.
Karolina Pieściuk – Bałka
MYP PHYSICS
I have a master’s degree in theoretical physics. After graduating, I began working as a software engineer for an international corporation and worked in this field for almost sixteen years. In 2023, I began teaching the challenging art of flamenco dancing, and since September 2025, I have been working as a physics teacher. Mutual kindness and openness are important to me when working with students.
My greatest passion is flamenco dancing. I’ve been learning it for almost 20 years and still have a lot to learn. I also enjoy cycling and have been learning to climb for two years. My passions help me remember that the most important things in learning are a positive atmosphere, a flexible approach, perseverance, courage and coordination.
“Study hard what interests you the most in the most undisciplined, irreverent and original manner possible.” Richard P. Feynman
Aleksandra Pollap
MYP / DP CHEMISTRY
I have a PhD in Chemistry from the Faculty of Chemistry at the Jagiellonian University in Krakow.
At Da Vinci’s International Schools I teach chemistry in the IB MYP and DP, I am also a homeroom teacher of the 4th HS.
I am also a lecturer in Forensic Chemistry at the Children’s University, and my passions are crime books, culture and language of Spain, cooking, make-up and cats.
“But who will say that there is no sun behind these clouds?” – from “Kamizelka” by Bolesław Prus
Jarosław Kitala
MYP BIOLOGY
I am a graduate of bechelor’s degree of Biology Department at the Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań, as well as master of arts at the Academy of Music in Katowice. Regarding both of these academic formations, in my research work I try to combine my passions for the biology and music, exploring issues related to bioacoustics, sound signals among the animals, and their potential role in the genesis and origin of the phenomenon of music. During the studies, I was additionally participating in individual education programs, under the guidance of renowned and experienced scientists and teachers. For many, I was involved in many cultural initiatives, promoting culture in the broad sense, including popular science issues in various fields, contributing as an author of promotional and educational texts and speaker. In 2025 I happily joined the Da Vinci”s community, keeping going the mission of promoting knowledge. Simultanously, I also continue my own education process at my Alma Mater, celebrating the passion to the nature sciences and developing skills in that field.
“The true object of education is a person, who constantly asks the questions”. (A. Einstein, probably)
Maria Maciejowska
DP PHYSICS
At Da Vinci’s International Schools I teach physics. I graduated from Sheffield University where I studied physics and astrophysics. I also went on an exchange for a year to the University of Waterloo. I am currently studying Environmental Protection and Management at the Jagiellonian University. That subject is an extension of my long term efforts as a climate and environmental activist. In my free time I enjoy rock climbing and travel, to faraway places and those nearby.
Marcelina Kurek
MYP DESIGN
I hold a graphic design and art education within the scope of fine arts Master’s degree.
At Da Vinci’s International Schools I teach Design and Art.
In my free time I illustrate books, design posters, travel and get to know new cultures.
“The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled” – Plutarch
Paweł Dębakowski
DP COMPUTER SCIENCE
I am with Da Vinci’s as a CS Teacher. My professional interests are data analytics, Ecommerce, and modern psychology.
I like spending my spare time outdoors, I do water-sports.
To contemplate on: “It is what it is, until it is not” – unknown author.