GREEK SCHOOL - SCHOOL BOARD
SPIRITUAL ADVISORS
- Very Rev. Alexander Kile
- Rev. Fr. Thomas Tsevas
OFFICERS
| Chairperson | Matta Agriantonis |
| Treasurer | Mrs. Grivoyanis |
| Secretary | Mr. Linardakis |
BOARD MEMBERS
| Mr. Grivoyannis | Mr. Kastis |
| Mr. Theodose | Mrs. Antipatis |
| Mrs. Savvis |
Our Long History
The history of our Greek School dates back to 1918, a few years after the first Greeks who came to New Jersey established the community of St. Nicholas in Newark. In 1928, the St. Demetrios community was founded and established a second Greek school in Newark.
For many years, both schools continued independently until 1960, when they merged to become the unified Greek afternoon school of today.
Because of its excellence in Greek education, on Dec 15, 1972, our school was the first Greek afternoon school in New Jersey to be officially recognized by the Greek government.
Our school was also successful in its efforts to have the state of New Jersey include the Greek language as part of the Regents High School test. Our graduates who take the test, are among the nation's highest scorers.
A tradition of Excellence
Throughout its long academic history, our school has educated thousands of Greek American children. These students not only learned to read, speak and write in the Greek language, but also gained an immense appreciation for our history and culture. These children grew up to become productive citizens of our country, such as doctors, lawyers, artists, politicians, writers, teachers and business people, to name a few. Our alumni happily continue this legacy by sending their own children to our school.
Outstanding programs and instructors
Our school offers seven grades - Kindergarten through Sixth grade - in two locations - Union and North Arlington. Our experienced teachers are certified in Greek language instruction.
The goal of our school is to make learning the Greek language and culture fun. Throughout the school year, our students have many opportunities to participate in skits, plays, and monologues during celebrations such as "The Greek Letters Day", "Independence Day", and "Commencement Exercises". These programs reinforce the students' learning and showcase their stage abilities.
Schedule
- Grades K,1,2,3
Meet every Monday and Wednesday from 4:45 - 6:45 PM - Grades 4,5,6
Meet every Tuesday and Thursday from 4:45 - 6:45 PM - Grades K,1,2,3,4,5,6
Meet every Tuesday and Thursday from 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Union:
N. Arlington:
The educated differ from the uneducated as much as the living from the dead -Aristotle
