Thursday, October 23, 2025

Ochi Day in Greece (28th October 1940)


The national holiday on October 28th, known as Ochi Day, commemorates Greece's refusal to surrender to the Axis powers (Germany, Italy, Japan, Bulgaria, Romania, Hungary - later) in 1940. Celebrations on October 28th include parades with students and military units and wreath-laying ceremonies. 

  • What it is: A national holiday celebrating the 1940 rejection of Italian dictator Benito Mussolini's ultimatum by Greek Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas. The refusal marked Greece's entry into World War II.
  • Significance: It is known as the "no" day ("Ochi") and is a celebration of national pride and resistance against tyranny
  • Activities:
    • Parades: Major parades are held in Athens, Thessaloniki, and other towns, with students and military units marching.
    • Ceremonies: Wreath-laying ceremonies take place at monuments.
    • Decorations: Public buildings and homes are decorated with Greek flags.
    • School events: Students perform poems, sing songs, and participate in the parades.
    • Cultural events: Museums and historical sites often have special events and may offer free admission. 



Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Δ' class: Unit 1 - Back to school

                      Cover page
                       
                                                                                By Doxa Skenteridou   




                          Lesson 1: A new student in class
                         
                                                                                       By Doxa Skenteridou   




                   Lesson 2: My timetable
                        
                                                                                         By Doxa Skenteridou   

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

ST' class: Unit 1 - Meeting the newcomers




                         
                                                                By Doxa Skenteridou

Thursday, September 11, 2025

Happy autumn! Happy school year!

School starts!
What are your feelings?
Compare and discuss old and modern times.



How are you going to spend this weekend?
What about these ideas? Choose and discuss your favourite pastime!

 

Friday, June 20, 2025

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