Program Description
Building on the love young students have for fairy tales and their familiarity with them, the Pierce Elementary Creative Story-Telling Club aims to use storytelling as a tool to give children a voice. The educator will narrate stories from the past and present, teaching students the art of storytelling. In the warm atmosphere of the club, students will first listen to stories and gradually begin to narrate their own, thus developing their own "voice" and gaining confidence as they share their stories with their fellow student storytellers.

General Objectives
The young storytellers will:

1. Explore their inner world
2. Learn to respect the voices of others
3. Gain confidence in their own voice

Grade Levels
1st & 2nd Grade

Schedule
Friday

Annual Tuition for One Day per Week
€330

Program Description
Recognizing the power of both reading and performance, The Reader’s Theatre Club aims to nurture students’ love for reading and familiarize them with presenting to an audience. Our students will listen to original literary stories and poems and, within the comfort of the club group, will explore key life themes related to family, school life, and their mental well-being. Through this process, they will develop social and emotional skills. Later, again in the supportive environment of the club, they will present literary texts, gaining confidence, improving focus, and ultimately discovering their potential.

General Objectives
Our students will:

1. Develop resilience, empathy, and reflective abilities
2. Discover the connection between literature and their real world
3. Learn to manage their emotions

Grade Levels
3rd & 4th Grade

Schedule
Friday

Annual Tuition for One Day per Week
€330

Program Description
MusiXLab and the “Lilian Voudouri Music Library” of the “Friends of Music Society,” in collaboration with Pierce – The American College of Greece, have developed a creative musical program based on the interdisciplinary STEAM model, focusing on sound, technology, and the environment. The sounds of the classroom, the schoolyard, and the city serve as the starting point for various technological and educational activities. Using emerging technologies, students will explore the phenomenon of sound, unleash their imagination, and discover new creative applications. This educational journey will culminate in a unique concert at the “Friends of Music Society” hall in the Athens Concert Hall, where students will showcase their original technological-musical creations. These creations will include interfaces, microcontrollers, and sounds collected and processed using iPads, both within the School's premises and at the Athens Concert Hall.

General Objectives
The young creators will:

1. Express themselves artistically and emotionally.
2. Unleash their imagination and creativity.
3. Develop various skills, including critical, computational, and creative thinking, time management, and teamwork.

Grade Levels
3rd - 6th Grade

Schedule
Friday

Annual Tuition
€330

Program Description
This program combines various music education systems, such as Carl Orff and Jacques-Dalcroze, to create a dynamic learning experience. Through a series of activities and games that provide rich stimuli, young students develop essential musical skills such as rhythm, movement, and singing while becoming familiar with fundamental musical concepts.

General Objectives
The young musicians will:

1. Develop their artistic and emotional expression.
2. Improve their focus and memory.
3. Cultivate teamwork and collaboration.

Grade Levels
1st Grade

Schedule
Monday

Annual Tuition
€460

Program Description
Group piano teaching was initially applied to adults in the U.S. starting in the 1930s. Since then, piano pedagogy has become an important scientific field, and group teaching of this musical instrument in the past decade has become an innovative practice in both American and European Music Schools. Taking into account the developmental characteristics and motor skills of each age group, the lessons contribute, among other things, to the development of technical and pianistic skills. The program's activities are rich and include teaching sheet music reading, targeted improvisation activities, and the opportunity for group performance of numerous transcriptions from all types of musical repertoire.

Goals
The young students:

1. Gain confidence in musical performance through participation in a group
2. Broaden their understanding of theoretical and applied skills, such as harmony, sight-reading, and others
3. Extend the concentration time of young students due to the variety of auditory stimuli

Grade Levels
1st to 6th grade

Schedule
Thursday

Annual Tuition
€460

Program Description
The first contact that the young aspiring musician will have with an instrument is very important, as it will help them decide if they like it and wish to study it. Therefore, participation in these group lessons is an excellent opportunity to get acquainted with various musical instruments, including two of the most interesting: the guitar and the trumpet.

Goals
The young students:

1. Become familiar with the basic principles of the musical instrument they choose
2. Develop various skills, such as goal orientation and concentration
3. Improve their emotional expression

Guitar

Grade Levels
1st to 6th grade

Schedule
Tuesday

Annual Tuition
€460

Program Description
The School Choir offers young students an unforgettable experience. In addition to the musical rehearsals and the knowledge they gain, the young artists have the opportunity to participate in concerts and performances, as well as various other events in front of an audience.

Goals
The young students:

1. Strengthen their confidence and self-esteem
2. Cultivate a team spirit
3. Develop their artistic expression

Grade Levels
2nd to 6th grade

Schedule
2nd - 3rd grade: Monday
4th - 5th - 6th grade: Wednesday

No annual tuition fees

Program Description
This is an educational, experiential workshop for creative play, created with the purpose of introducing young students to the richness of the Greek Language and helping them discover the secrets of its grammar and syntax. The main tool is the Language itself, which, combined with audiovisual media such as the guitar, percussion, various videos, paintings, and others, helps the students travel to the magical world of Language and Literature.

Goals
The young creators:

1. Cultivate non-verbal communication while enriching verbal communication
2. Come into contact with different types of texts
3. Improve various skills such as describing places, objects, people, communication, interaction, and narration

Grade Levels
1st to 3rd grade & 4th to 6th grade

Schedule
1st - 3rd grade: Tuesday
4th - 6th grade: Wednesday

Annual Tuition
€330

Program Description
This program is designed to take students on a journey through the history of clothing as a cultural element, starting with ancient civilizations such as those of Mesopotamia and Egypt, and reaching up to the modern era with the latest trends and artistic movements of expression and creation. Within this Club, students will become familiar with fashion design and the design of clothing and objects, while having the opportunity to create their own costumes and display their creations.

Goals
The young creators:

1. Will be able to distinguish the clothing of different historical periods and will be familiar with the basic elements of each
2. Will develop various skills, such as handling and processing original materials and applying different techniques to create a unique result
3. Will learn to collaborate harmoniously within a team

Grade Levels
From 4th to 6th grade

Schedule
Friday

Annual Tuition
€330

Program Description
Theater is a miniature of society, and when we offer it to young students as play, we open a "window" through which they can see the entire world and get to know it closely with all their senses. Through the theatrical play provided by this Group, young students are given the opportunity to improvise, use their imagination, express thoughts and feelings creatively, play roles, and create their own story, a fairy tale.

Goals
The young artists:

• Discover and better understand their bodies and emotional world through a rich series of activities
• Strengthen their confidence
• Significantly improve their ability to use expressive means, which they apply in communication with others

Grade Levels
1st to 3rd grade & 4th to 6th grade

Schedule
1st - 3rd grade: Friday
4th - 6th grade: Monday

Annual Tuition
€330

Program Description
This Group offers students the opportunity to explore two-dimensional and three-dimensional works from various forms of art: painting, collage, sewing, and constructions made from objects found at home. The goal is to encourage children to discover different ways to create using simple "materials" found at home, share their creations, receive and give feedback to their classmates, and present their works to friends and family.

Goals
The young artists:

1. Will experiment and create with various materials
2. Will reflect on their work and the role of art
3. Will present their work to a familiar audience

Grade Levels
1st to 3rd grade

Schedule
1st - 3rd grade: Wednesday

Annual Tuition
€330

Program Description
In this group, students will explore the magical world of sculpture and three-dimensional constructions, using various materials and techniques. From clay to wire, cardboard, plaster bandages, and even materials found at home that can be reused, the young artists will have the opportunity to create unique works of art that express their imagination and ideas.

Goals

1. Development of creativity and imagination
2. Cultivation of artistic skills and aesthetics
3. Strengthening of self-confidence through the creation of unique works
4. Learning techniques and methods of sculpture and constructions
5. Encouragement of collaboration

Grade Levels
4th to 6th grade

Schedule
Friday

Annual Tuition
€330

Program Description
In the past, you would encounter the cobbler, the potter, the instrument maker, the woodcarver, the weaver, and many other artists, who now you only find in books and tributes.

Let’s give our children what they truly need and want. Beautiful outlets through dedication and devotion to an art!

Through this experiential workshop, children will have the opportunity to engage in a joyful and meaningful way with song and to explore rare instruments of Greece (kanonaki, tsambouna, daouli, lafta, laouto, oud, lyres, etc.).

This group is an inspired, short-term, and pioneering music program.

Goals
Our students:

1. Will communicate and be entertained through powerful experiences and emotions
2. Will engage with music in a hands-on and qualitative way
3. Will explore a wide range of instruments and discover their inclinations
4. Will participate in events of the school and the wider community, such as choir festivals, etc.
5. Will create their own songs with humor, joy, divergent thinking, and imagination
6. Will record in a studio

Grade Levels
2nd to 6th grade

Schedule
Tuesday

Annual Tuition
€330

Program Description
Arkki School of Architecture for Children & Youth is Europe's most innovative educational program for children and teenagers, which was brought to Greece in 2014 by AKTO, Art & Design College, from Finland.

In the workshops of Arkki by AKTO, using Architecture as a medium, children are inspired and awakened in relation to their environment, with the aim of becoming the active citizens of tomorrow.

The Young Arkkitektones explore the world with all their senses, creating it through their imagination, thinking beyond and outside the ordinary. Through the workshops, they discover their talents and inclinations, experiment, design, and immediately see the results of their efforts, which are always very impressive.

A Trojan horse, fantastic towers, magical islands, and candy cities are just some of the models that children are asked to create in the workshops of Arkki by AKTO.

Goals
Arkki by AKTO cultivates through Architecture:

1. Three-dimensional perception
2. Critical and mathematical thinking
3. Creation & imagination
4. Communication skills of children

Architects, specially trained by the ARKKI program's central offices in Finland, encourage, guide, and support the Young Arkkitektones.

Grade Levels
1st to 6th grade

Schedule
Wednesday

Annual Tuition
€680

Program Description
With this program, students understand the usefulness of simple machines (gears, pulleys, levers) and how to integrate them into simple constructions. At the same time, students are introduced to programming logic through the Scratch JR environment. After mastering basic programming principles, programming and engineering converge to create very simple mechanical movements, where motors start and stop through programming commands.

Goals

1. Practice of simple machine applications in composite mechanisms
2. Design & implementation of their own constructions using a combination of simple machines
3. Thinking and experimenting in a scientific way, with collaboration in teams

Grade Levels
1st to 2nd grade

Schedule
Tuesday

Annual Tuition
€330

Program Description
During the program, students become familiar with basic quantities such as mass, length, and time. They learn the role of gravity and friction. For the first time, they are introduced to concepts such as the conversion and storage of mechanical energy. Students are taught the concept of sensors and automation through programming. Programming evolves into block-based command programming in the Scratch environment. This way, students acquire more programming tools and learn more complex techniques.

Goals

1. Recognition of basic physical quantities (mass, length, time, mechanical energy)
2. Programming of simple electronic controllers
3. Design and implementation of simple electronic automation systems combining Scratch programming and automation systems
4. Measurement of simple physical quantities with sensors and the micro:bit processor

Grade Levels
3rd to 4th grade

Schedule
Thursday

Annual Tuition
€330

Program Description
In the program SmartBots: AI Adventures, students design and fully shape autonomous robotic systems to complete exciting missions. During the program, students are introduced to the functioning of Artificial Intelligence in a simplified and understandable way. They utilize more complex sensors, such as the color recognition sensor, the motion pattern recognition sensor, and learn to use a camera with automatic object recognition and path execution capabilities.

Goals
Design and development of fully autonomous robotic systems capable of solving real-world problems
Exposure of students to advanced programming concepts such as machine learning and computer vision
Simplified teaching of artificial intelligence technology

Grade Levels
5th grade

Schedule
Monday

Annual Tuition for one day per week
€330

Program Description
Wellness Innovators is a comprehensive STEM program for 6th-grade students. It deals with topics of entertainment, sustainable living, and environmental issues using real-life examples. The program is divided into three interconnected parts: Tech tunes (students will have fun designing musical instruments with simple materials, processors, and sensors), eco-Habitats (students will design and build a model of an automated bioclimatic house with automation in lighting, temperature regulation, and energy use), green roots (students will create a small-scale hydroponic greenhouse, monitoring and controlling environmental conditions to optimize plant growth).

Goals

1. Recognition of the basic characteristics of sound, its relationship with hearing, the way it is produced and transmitted, and its effect on our emotions
2. Ability to use computer vision and artificial intelligence technology in robotic constructions
3. Acquisition of basic knowledge and understanding of the principles of Artificial Intelligence technology
4. Exposure to advanced programming concepts such as machine learning and computer vision

Grade Levels
6th grade

Schedule
Wednesday

Annual Tuition
€330

Program Description
The Physical Sciences Experiments Club was born from the idea of offering young students the opportunity to experience the rich knowledge provided by the Physical Sciences in a hands-on way. Based on this logic, the experiments are closely linked to the children's experiences and are conducted with simple materials.

Goals
The young scientists:

1. Through various experiments, are able to interpret the physical and chemical phenomena associated with them
2. Develop valuable skills, such as observation and critical thinking
3. Become familiar with research processes and the study of phenomena

Grade Levels
5th to 6th grade

Schedule
Tuesday

Annual Tuition
€330

Program Description
The sport of cheerleading is globally very popular, and in recent years, it has been gaining ground in Greek sports events. Filled with music, dance, cheers, positive energy, and of course, lots of exercise, it offers young athletes ample moments of fun and release. At the same time, it cultivates a team spirit, boosts the sense of unity among students, and helps our young friends discover and develop a variety of skills.

Goals
The young athletes:

1. Significantly improve their physical condition while achieving physical strengthening
2. Improve their sense of self-confidence
3. Cultivate a team-oriented spirit

Grade Levels
4th to 6th grade

Schedule
4th - 5th - 6th grade: Monday and Thursday

Annual Tuition for one day per week
€330*

Program Description
The sport of modern dance offers students the opportunity to explore their creativity through movement and to express thoughts and emotions. At the same time, it familiarizes young athletes with a healthier lifestyle, which includes harmonious movement and ensures better health. The workout includes a wide variety of exercises such as floor exercises, improvisation, jumps, and many others.

Goals
The young athletes:

1. Gain self-confidence and ensure emotional stability
2. Exercise their bodies and develop grace in movement, as well as flexibility
3. Cultivate skills such as creative thinking and healthy emotional expression, which will help them in their entire academic and professional career

Grade Levels
4th to 6th grade

Schedule
4th - 5th - 6th grade: Wednesday and Friday

Annual Tuition
€330*

Program Description
The dynamic presence of Greek athletes in Rhythmic Gymnastics at the Olympic Games level highlights the fact that this sport has earned its place among the preferred choices for young people's fitness. Originating from ballet, it uniquely combines dance, choreography, music, and flexibility. Regular physical exercise, combined with a balanced diet, leads to the adoption of a healthy lifestyle, cultivates both mind and body, and provides mental well-being.

Goals
The young athletes:

1. Build their self-confidence and self-esteem
2. Gain agility, flexibility, and balance in their movements
3. Adopt a healthy lifestyle and expression

Grade Levels
1st to 3rd grade, 4th to 6th grade

Schedule
1st - 3rd grade: Monday and Wednesday
4th - 6th grade: Tuesday and Thursday

Annual Tuition for one day per week
€330*

Program Description
The martial art of Karate originates from the distant Okinawa, Japan. Young athletes are called to cultivate virtues, achieve the ultimate harmony and balance of body and mind through their art, and eliminate all negative emotions.

Goals
The young athletes:

1. Build their endurance and ensure good health
2. Improve the coordination of their movements
3. Cultivate the skill of calm and measured response even in highly stressful conditions

Grade Levels
1st to 3rd grade, 4th to 6th grade

Schedule
1st - 3rd grade: Tuesday and Thursday
4th - 6th grade: Wednesday and Friday

Annual Tuition for one day per week
€330*

Program Description
An excellent activity aimed at all children, especially those who may face difficulty participating in other organized sports. It has also been proven particularly beneficial for students with special learning difficulties or ADHD. It provides training for the whole body and significantly improves thinking speed.

Goals
The young fencers:

1. Ensure improved coordination of movements, agility, and flexibility
2. Improve physical strength and cardiovascular endurance
3. Develop quick reflexes

Grade Levels
1st to 3rd grade, 4th to 6th grade & 1st grade of Gymnasium

Schedule
1st - 3rd grade: Wednesday and Friday
4th - 6th grade: Tuesday

Annual Tuition
€330*

Program Description
Tennis is a very popular Olympic sport. In recent years, it has captured the hearts of both young and old in our country, especially with the significant successes achieved by Greek athletes. Tennis is a form of comprehensive physical training, while also helping students effectively handle emotional, physical, and social challenges.

Goals
The young athletes:

1. Effectively train all muscle groups
2. Achieve physical and mental alertness
3. Practice managing pressure and stress more effectively

Grade Levels
1st to 3rd grade, 4th to 6th grade

Schedule
1st - 3rd grade: Tuesday and Thursday
4th - 6th grade: Wednesday and Friday

Annual Tuition
€330*

Program Description
Track and Field is an Olympic sport that consists of various events, such as races and jumps. Most of these events were organized in a similar form during classical antiquity and, since ancient times, have showcased prominent athletes. The sport of track and field offers countless benefits to young athletes and helps them acquire valuable skills that will stay with them for the rest of their lives.

Goals
Participation in track and field events:

1. Significantly improves the health of young athletes
2. Contributes to maintaining the ideal body weight
3. Cultivates self-esteem and self-confidence

Grade Levels
1st to 3rd grade, 4th to 6th grade

Schedule
Monday – Wednesday – Friday

Annual Tuition for one day per week
€330*

Program Description
Soccer is perhaps the most popular team sport in the world. With hundreds of teams across the globe competing daily on football fields, it is certain that no one is unfamiliar with at least some basic aspects of the sport. Its multiple benefits make it ideal for all ages and types of athletes, while also providing opportunities for release, entertainment, and relaxation.

Goals
The young soccer players:

1. Cultivate the spirit of teamwork, collaboration, and healthy competition
2. Acquire valuable skills such as systematic effort and communication
3. Significantly improve their cardiovascular endurance

Grade Levels
1st to 3rd grade, 4th to 6th grade

Schedule
Tuesday and Thursday

Annual Tuition
€330*

Program Description
Swimming involves movement in water and offers safe training for the entire body, while simultaneously providing a strong sense of well-being and harmony. It is a popular Olympic sport, and in recent years, the notion has been established that the ideal age to start engaging with it is from the first months of life.

Goals
Through participation in the sport, young swimmers:

1. Gain physical endurance and muscle strength
2. Maintain a healthy body weight
3. Improve their mood and boost their self-confidence

Grade Levels
1st to 3rd grade, 4th to 6th grade

Schedule
Monday – Wednesday – Friday

Annual Tuition
€360*

Program Description
Basketball is one of the most popular sports. The goal of teaching basketball to elementary school children is to introduce young students to the world of the sport and help them develop basic basketball techniques and their motor skills through team play.

Goals
The young athletes:

1. Learn the basic techniques of the sport such as passing, defense, and shooting
2. Develop motor skills through exercises aimed at improving endurance, speed, flexibility, and coordinated movement
3. Cultivate team spirit and cooperation

Grade Levels
1st to 3rd grade, 4th to 6th grade

Schedule
1st - 3rd grade: Tuesday & Thursday
4th - 6th grade: Wednesday & Friday

Annual Tuition for one day per week
€330*

Program Description
Volleyball, also known as "petosfairosi," is a popular team sport that contributes to improving physical fitness, health, and the social and emotional development of students. The students will learn the basic techniques of the sport, such as passing, serving, blocking, and attacking, as well as how to function within a team, where they must respect and follow the rules of the sport.

Goals

1. Learning the basic skills of the sport as well as the correct technique and body posture
2. Encouraging collaboration and support among players
3. Enhancing endurance, strength, and flexibility through regular training
4. Boosting self-confidence and self-esteem

Grade Levels
4th to 6th grade

Schedule
4th - 5th - 6th grade: Tuesday & Thursday

Annual Tuition for one day per week
€330*