Middle & High School Program Winter/Spring 2023-24

The Middle & High School Program offers exciting activities to our students.
You will be able to register your child through Skyward from Wednesday, January 17th at 10:00 am until Wednesday, January 24th.
Register your child(ren) and have the opportunity to explore the sports by joining the activities of their choice. We hope your children enjoy the program!

The programs will start on Monday, January 29th, and finish on Friday, May 17th.

Weekly Schedule

 

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Chess (6-8) Sketchbook Drawing (6-8) NEW! Swimming (6-12) Archery (6-8) Swimming (6-12)
Strength & Conditioning (6-8)  Swimming (6-12) Tennis (6-12) Arts Guild (6-8) Tennis (6-12)
Swimming (6-12) Tennis (6-12)   Basketball Boys (6-8)  
Tennis (6-12)     Swimming (6-12)  
      Tennis (6-12)  

 

 

  • Please note that students (6th grade and older) wishing to participate in the activities presented below can ride the Late Area buses which depart at 17:45 every day; these buses go to specific areas and do not provide "door to door" service. Please check the schedules & routes to determine if any of the buses suit your needs.
  • For any emergencies or any needed communication after school hours (after 16:00), you may call: 210.6070.294 / 210.6070.240 / 210.6070.235 / 210.6070.327, where a staff member will be on duty until all the after school activities finish.
  • If your child is sick during the school day, he/she is not allowed to participate in any of the after school activities.
  • In case of rain, sessions will take place indoors with alternative plans (game videos, fitness and other). With light rain, activities will take place.
  • The session dates, costs, and meeting points are provided below for every sport.

The ACS Athens After-School Recreational Programs WILL NOT take place:

  • On Wednesday, February 14th (Half Day) - ALL
  • On Wednesday, March 13th (Half Day) - ALL
  • On Monday, March 18th (Clean Monday - School Closed) - ALL
  • On Monday, March 25th  (Greek Independence Day - School Closed) - ALL
  • On Friday, March 29th  - (Western Good Friday - School Closed) - ALL
  • On Wednesday, April 24th and Thursday, April 25th - (MS/HS Parent-Teacher conferences
  • On April 29th - May 7th  - (Spring Break - School Closed) - ALL

 

Activities Fees & Deadlines

Payment must be made by Friday, January 26th, 2024, following the School Bank information.

For any questions you may have, please contact Mr. Charalambos Mamas at 210 6070294 in the Athletic Department or via email: mamasc@acs.gr. If you cannot find us in person, leave a message, and we'll get back to you.

Registration & Cancelation Protocols

Registration during the Semester (after the start of the activities) will be allowed based on availability:

  • If registration for the activity takes place before 50% of the total sessions are completed, then the family will have to pay the whole fee (100%).
  • If registration for the activity takes place after 50% of the total sessions are completed, then the family will have to pay half the fee (50%)

Cancelation Policy

  • If a student wishes to withdraw from an activity before the second session, then the family can receive 100% of the activity fee in credit for another activity.
  • If a student wishes to withdraw from an activity after the second session and before 50% of the total sessions are completed, then the family can receive 50% of the activity fee in credit for another activity.
  • No credit will be offered If a student wishes to withdraw from an activity after 50% of the total sessions are completed (except in the case of an injury or illness resulting in absence of three weeks or more).

 

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Archery | Grades 6-8

Dates: Winter/Spring (Thursdays)

February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

March 7, 14, 21, 28

April 4, 11, 18, 25

May 9, 16, 23

The future archers will learn basic techniques, safety rules, competition procedures and will have the chance to enjoy shooting through fun games and competitions.

Advantages gained through archery training:

  • Increases the levels of concentration
  • Reduces stress
  • Sharpens the mind
  • Tones the upper body
  • Strengthens the back
  • Does not require specific body skills.

Location: 5th Grade Playground / Rainy Day Location: MS Room 8

Grades: 6 - 8

Cost: € 100

Day: Thursday

Time: 4 - 5 pm

Minimum enrollment: 8 students / Maximum enrollment: 12 students

Instructor: Mr. Panagiotis Katsaitis

Meeting point: 5th Grade Playground / Rainy day: MS Room 8

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Arts Guild | Grades 6-8 NEW!

Dates: Winter/Spring (Thursdays)

February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

March 7, 14, 21, 28

April 4, 11, 18, 25

May 9, 16, 23

We investigate the artistic processes behind celebrated paintings of art history. Looking at such famous works from Renaissance to POP art we examine the techniques behind famous works and the lessons their makers can still teach us today Each meeting will be a presentation of the BASIC techniques -materials -concepts behind each work, which will all be used in a production of a replica.

Location: Elementary Art Room

Grades: 6 - 8

Cost: € 130

Day: Thursday

Time: 4 - 5 pm

Minimum enrollment: 5 students / Maximum enrollment: 12 students

Instructor: Ms. Marina Kouvopoulou

Meeting point: Elementary Art Room

 

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Basketball Boys | Grades 6-8

Dates: Winter/Spring (Thursdays)

September 22, 29

February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

March 7, 14, 21, 28

April 4, 11, 18, 25

May 9, 16, 23

Participants will learn and develop the fundamental skills of basketball through a variety of drills. They will also play short games.

Location: Outdoor Basketball Court / Rainy Day Location: MS Room 8

Grades: 6 - 8

Cost: € 90

Day: Thursday

Time: 4 - 5:30 pm

Minimum enrollment: 8 students / Maximum enrollment: 15 students

Instructor: Mr. Marcell Bellfield/p>

Meeting point: Outdoor Basketball Court / Rainy day: MS Room 8

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Chess | Grades 6-8

Dates: Winter/Spring (Mondays)

January 29

February 5, 12, 19, 26

March 4, 11

April 1, 8, 15, 22

May 13, 20

Chess is the most popular game ever invented. The benefits of chess to children are endless! It strengthens mental clarity, fortitude, and stability. It develops decision-making and patience and builds focused concentration. It's fun. This course will provide lessons tailored towards the skills of the children, combined with supervised training games.

Location: Atrium

Grades: 6 - 8

Cost: € 130

Day: Monday

Time: 4 - 5 pm

Minimum enrollment: 6 students / Maximum enrollment: 10 students

Instructor: Mr. Konstantinos Soultatis

Meeting point: Outdoor Basketball Court / Rainy day: MS Room 8

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Strength & Conditioning | Grades 6 - 8

Dates: Winter/Spring (Mondays)

January 29

February 5, 12, 19, 26

March 4, 11

April 1, 8, 15, 22

May 13, 20

Throughout the activity of Strength & Conditioning, students will improve their strength, endurance, balance, flexibility and body composition, as well as their social and teamwork skills. It is a great opportunity for them to learn how to use a variety of equipment tools such as pilates balls, Bosu half balls, foam rollers, balance boards, elastic bands, pilates mattresses, TRX straps, and steppers. They will also have the opportunity to use the fitness room and track & field facilities, participating in indoor and outdoor fun and engaging training sessions.

Location: Fitness Room & Track

Grades: 6 - 8

Cost: € 80

Day: Thursday

Time: 4 - 5 pm

Minimum enrollment: 8 students / Maximum enrollment: 15 students

Instructor: Mr. Panayiotis Litsas

Meeting point: Fitness Room & Track / Rainy day: Fitness Room

 

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Sketchbook Drawing | Grades 6 - 8 NEW!

Dates: Winter/Spring (Tuesdays)

January 30

February 6, 13, 20, 27

March 5, 12, 19, 26

April 2, 9, 16, 23

May 14, 21

Learn how to sketch freely by receiving valuable advice and insights on how to let go of your inhibitions and sketch with freedom and enjoyment. Join a course that will provide weekly prompts and tips to inspire you.

You will start by creating your own pocket sketchbook and receive advice on how to avoid limiting beliefs about your drawing style. The first lessons focus on drawing people, living things, and environments. Following that, you will learn how to sketch objects and how to draw from your imagination in the following weeks. Finally, you will explore how to work with narrative and text in your last drawings. The sketchbook can also be your first attempt at scrapbooking and is a popular choice for young TikTok users.

By the end of the course, you will have a sketchbook full of potential and improved drawing skills.

Location: Elementary Art Room

Grades: 6 - 8

Cost: € 130

Day: Tuesday

Time: 4 - 5 pm

Minimum enrollment: 5 students / Maximum enrollment: 12 students

Instructor: Ms. Marina Kouvopoulou

Meeting point: Elementary Art Room

 

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Swimming

For Middle & High School Students

For more information click here.

Tennis

For Middle & High School Students

For more information & registration click here.