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6 THE SHEPHERD • FEBRUARY 2025 • SAINT SPYRIDON GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH OF SAN DIEGO With great excitement, we welcome the start of the Spring Semester at our Greek School! The new term brings with it renewed oppor- tunities to immerse ourselves in the richness of the Greek language, culture, and tradi- tions. Whether you are a returning student or joining us for the first time, we are thrilled to have you as part of our vibrant commu- nity. EXCITING NEW OPPORTUNITIES We are excited to announce a new Greek language class tailored specifically for adults, offering both beginner and intermediate lev- els. The class will take place every Tuesday from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM and will focus on developing conversational Greek and ex- panding vocabulary. Each session will center around a specific topic, with the instructor introducing relevant vocabulary and guiding participants through practical conversations based on the theme. This engaging and in- teractive approach ensures that learners not only build their language skills but also gain confidence in using Greek in real-life situa- tions. Whether you're starting fresh or look- ing to enhance your existing knowledge, this class is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of the Greek language! Tuition for this new class is $160 for adults who are currently enrolled in Greek School or have a child enrolled in Greek School. The tuition for adults who are not currently reg- istered in our Greek classes is a total of $320. Books are not required for this class. Enroll in Greek school to unlock the trea- sures of your heritage language and culture and, experience the joy of connecting deeply with your roots while enriching your future. Enrollment for students will continue to take place this month. You can find more infor- mation and easy to fill out registration forms and pay for tuition on our School website at www.sdgreekschool.org. CHILDREN CLASS SCHEDULE 2 hours per week classes begin January 30th Tuition per semester is $295 per child, $245 for each sibling. Books and materials are in- cluded. Pre-K and K : Friday 5:00-7:00 pm 1st Level: Thursday 5:00-7:00 pm 2nd Level: Friday 5:00-7:00 pm 3rd Level: Thursday & Friday 5:00-7:00 pm 5th Level: Friday 5:00-7:00 pm 6th Level: Friday 5:00-7:00 pm ADULT CLASS SCHEDULE 2 hours per week classes begin January 28th Tuition per semester is $320 (18 classes). Books are not included. Classes will be pro- vided in-person only. We offer lessons for the following levels: Beginning (first year) Monday 6:30-8:30pm Intermediate I (second year) Wednesday 6:30-8:30pm Proficient (a variety course for advanced stu- dents) Tuesday at 6:30-8:30 pm. Conversational Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm We encourage parents to stay involved in their children’s educational journey. Wheth- er it’s practicing conversational Greek at home or learning about Greece’s history to- gether, your engagement makes a significant impact. Nancy Provataris, PhD Greek Language School Director GREEK LANGUAGE SCHOOL SAN DIEGO GREEK LANGUAGE SCHOOL A MINISTRY OF SAINT SPYRIDON GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH Greek for All Ages! Children - Teens - Adults Register today for the Spring Semester at www.sdgreekschool.org KICK - OFF Greek Festi v aL san dieGo’s oriGinaL SUNDAY FEB. 23, 2025 In the Church Hall following the Divine Liturgy. Come join us in fellowship, with food & drink and support our largest fundraising event of the year.