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Extra-Curricular Activities

2013-2014

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1. Alkionides Youth Charity Club

Years: 1 – 7 Venue: History room 15 Time/frequency: On an irregular basis depending on charity activity Youth Alkionides is a charity club whose sole aim is helping families in need. It operates under a larger community organisation known as Alkionides Cyprus. According to Greek mythology ‘Alkionides’ are the Halcyon days, the calm bright days in the midst of winter, which the gods gave to the kingfishers to enable them to hatch their eggs. Similarly, we aim to brighten the lives of families facing desperate times. As young people we feel the need to become more active and give up some of our spare time to those around us. Volunteer work includes various fund-raising activities throughout the year. Teachers in Charge: Ms M. Stavrou, Ms I. Koronaki 2. Art Club/Open Studio Years: All years Venue: Art Centre Time/ Frequency: Every week – Monday 1.45 The Art Club is a popular afternoon activity which attracts students of all ages of the school.

Students of all ages are encouraged to be creative in their own individual way.

The activities covered are as diverse as drawing and painting to, wall painting, 3 dimensional work,

Printmaking, Fashion /Textiles, Graphics/Animation etc.

Members of the Art club have the opportunity to become actively involved with preparing props and

scenery for musicals and theatre productions of the school. Students also become involved with the

various art events and exhibitions which are held over the year.

Students taking exams in art and design are encouraged to use the ‘Open Studio’ time to continue

with their course work.

Artists and designers are invited to work with the students and offer their expertise and knowledge.

Teacher in Charge: Ms C. Syrimis

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3. Arts and Minds Club

Years: 4-7

Venue: To be announced

Time/ Frequency: Tuesday 1:40 pm – 2:40 pm

Starting from September 2013, I take the initiative to start the «Arts and Minds Club» at the School

with the aim to promote the importance of arts, not only from the aspect of aesthetic pleasure, but

also to use it as a tool to cultivation of the critical thinking of the senior students. The club’s

philosophy is to embrace all branches of culture, from cinema and music, to architecture, dance,

graffiti etc.

In this spirit we can held discussions on arts, organise special tours to monuments and museums,

show movies, listen to music genres, organise a blog on cultural issues etc. Culture offers a huge

variety of activities that many students can take an interest on. I am pretty sure that the club can

serve as a fertile ground to encourage the promotion of arts and culture in the minds of the

students.

Concept of the Club: Culture and its values are not a privilege for the elite, but a basic, fundamental

need for every human being.

Aim of the Club: A closer insight to Arts and Culture

Teacher in charge: Mr Panos Polyzogopoulos

4. Biology AS & A2 Revision Classes

Years: 6 – 7 Venue: To be announced by the teacher in charge Time/Frequency: To be announced by the teacher in charge Teacher in Charge: Ms Xenia Louca

5. Biology Club (Junior)

Years: 1, 2, 3 Venue: SB7 Time/Frequency: First Monday of each month 2-3 pm The Junior Biology Club will provide students with an interest in Biology with the opportunity to

interact socially and academically in an informal environment helping them enrich their experience

at the English School. The Club will provide a number of Biology related activities including forensic

challenges, dissections, designing Biology related t-shirts, field trips to local laboratories, surveys, as

well as discussions on current biology related topics, student-led presentations and talks by

specialist biologists. The Junior Biology Club will encourage interaction between students in the

lower school, the teachers of the Biology Department and biologists from outside the school

community.

Teacher in Charge: Dr C. Panayiotou, Dr M. Koutsoudis

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6. Blood Donation Location: Hall Time/ Frequency: Irregular Greek Room/Hall

Blood Donation has been a traditional activity of the English School. For many years our students

have been participating with great enthusiasm in this programme, taking part in a very ambitious

scheme which aims to cover all blood needs of Cyprus on a voluntary basis.

The teachers-in-charge and the students committee organise two main activities:

a) Members of the Pancyprian Blood Donation and Information Committee, present the whole

idea of Voluntary Blood Donation in Cyprus and how successful this effort is. They also refer to other

relevant matters i.e. hepatitis B etc. This lecture is for the 6th Formers only and is given in Greek.

b) The actual event of Blood Donation takes place in the School Hall, starting usually at 8.30

a.m.

The duration of this event cannot easily be predicted; this depends on the number of donors and the

possible health problems the medical team of the general Hospital will face.

The benefit of organising the Blood Donation at the School is obvious; it gives the students the

opportunity to cover very urgent needs of their teaching programme e.g.tests, practicals, and then

participate in this activity

Teacher in Charge: Ms Dora Hassapopoulou, Ms Ioanna Nicolaou

7. Business and Economics Society Years: 4, 5, 6, 7 Venue: Room 16 Time/ Frequency: Once a week with surgeries The Society will hold meetings at least every fortnight – if not weekly-during which there will be a

discussion on economic issues, either current or more theoretical which may happen to be part of

the AL/IGCSE Economics courses. Students will be asked to find articles from the local and

international press that will be used as stimulus material to initiate such discussions. Occasionally,

we may also have the chance to watch a film which explores issues like globalization, poverty, debt,

the rise of emerging economies such as China and India, the current economic crisis and others.

Most importantly, the Society will hold regular surgeries during which extra help will be offered to all

our students in every year and course. Such help may take the form of re-teaching certain parts of

the syllabus that students would like to be exposed to once again to improve their understanding or

revision surgeries to help students cope with the needs of either the mock or final exams. The

overall aim of the surgeries is to address students’ individual needs in their courses.

The Society will also organize trips to local businesses and other events such as lectures by various

professionals on a number of issues.

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The above activities will prove to be extremely useful to all those students currently studying Economics and/or Business Studies either at IGCSE or A level. Such activities will enable students to understand how theory works in practice and how it often fails. Also, the activities organized by the Society help in broadening the horizon of students with regards to current affairs.

Teachers in Charge: Ms Popi Grouta, Ms Antoinetta Skordi

8. Charity Fund Years: All Year Groups Time/Frequency: Varies according to functions An on-going activity which has been successful in raising money for various charities including the anti-cancer society and radio marathon. Students get involved with the Christmas bazaar, visits to a children’s home at Christmas and Easter, and events such as non-uniform days to raise money and awareness. Teacher in Charge: Ms Niki Melanidou, Dr Eva Polyviou, Ms Andri Constantinou

WEEK(S)

TEACHER VENUE TIMES YEAR

A& B ZEL Rm 20 Thursday, 1st break

YEAR 4

A B

ASK RKA

Rm 16 RM 16

Friday 1st break

YEAR 5

B GRU Rm 16 Thursday, 1.50-2.40

YEAR 7, UNIT 4

A ASK Rm 16 Tuesdays, 1.50-2.40

YEAR 7, UNIT 3

A/B (until maternity)

MCR

Rm 16 Tuesdays, 1.50-2.40

YEAR 6, UNIT 1

A (starting end of October)

ASV Rm 16 Friday, 1.50-2.40 YEAR 6, UNIT 1

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9. Chemistry IGCSE/AS/A2 support classes

Years: 4, 5 6 & 7 Time/Frequency: One and a half hours every week/two weeks depending on rota Aimed at year five/six/seven pupils to help them with the IGCSE/AS/A2 specification. Help pupils who are struggling with certain areas of the syllabus, have difficulties interpreting an answering exam questions, exam appreciation techniques etc. Also after Christmas it will aim Year 4 IGCSE students who are having difficulties in coping with the course Teachers in Charge: Dr Vart Alteparmakian, Mr Chris Brown, Dr Sanjay Hurhangee, Mr George Papageorgiou

10. Chess Club Years: 1, 2, 3 Venue: Room 42 in Lloyds Time/ Frequency: Tuesday 1:40 pm – 2:40 pm This will be an informal gathering of students who either wish to learn the game or just play with other students. It provides the opportunity for students to play with each other and learn basic rules. Teachers in Charge: Mr Nick Nicandrou, Mr Panos Polyzogopoulos

11. Classical Greek Students’ participation in the Seminar for the teaching of the Ancient Greek language and civilization - International Seminar

Years: 6 – 7 Venue: Pedagogical Institute Frequency: Depending on the date of the Seminar - Intensive two months before the presentation. A presentation is made by Classical Greek students before high school teachers and university scholars at an International or Pancyprian seminar for the teaching of the Ancient Greek language and Civilization. This is prepared at long irregular meetings and is eventually published in the official minutes of the Seminar that are issued by the Pedagogical Institute

Teacher in charge: Ms Efie Demosthenous 12. Club Deutsch Venue: Room 12 Time/ Frequency: Wednesdays after school / approximately once a month D

Conversation in German

German lifestyle

Cultural events in German-speaking countries

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German music, TV, and movies The intention of the German club is to introduce students to the culture and way of living in German-

speaking countries through various activities. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to

practise communicating in German in a relaxed environment.

Teacher in Charge: Ms Claudia Moyseos

13. COMENIUS Go for Europe

Year: 3 students

Venue: Room 10

Time/Frequency: Tuesday or Wednesday after school and days of events

Activities will vary and will be run by several teachers at different times in the week. Coordinated

activities will be run on the date and time stated above unless instructed otherwise. The objective

will be to raise awareness of the importance of sports activities and prepare for the meetings with

the partner schools in their respective countries. Go For Europe is a project about football for

students of year three and which is funded by the EU. It aims at raising awareness of the students’

European identity and bring them closer to their European peers, through commonly run activities.

Applications for participation (subject to approval) in the new Comenius Project will be sent to

students’ school email in late September 2013.

Teachers in charge: Ms Katia Solomides , Coordinator of the project, Xenios Polydorou, Lenos

Hadjikkos, Katie Demetriou, Charis Sisou, Yiannis Tsingos, Kamil Kutoglou, Maro Polydorou, Maria

Pericleous, Carol Syrimis

14. Creative Writing (Greek) Years: 1-3 Venue: Greek Room Time/ Frequency: Every Tuesday 14.00– 15.00 Years: 4-7 Venue: Greek Room Time/ Frequency: Wednesdays (please refer to the dates below), 13.15-14.15 October: 2,9,23, November: 6, 20, December: 4, January: 15, 22, February: 12, 19, March: 5, 12 April: 30, May: 21 Creative writing can technically be considered any original composition of any type of writing which serves primarily the need for keeping records of significant experience, the need for sharing experience with an interested group, and the need for free individual expression which contributes to mental and physical health. The aim of the Creative Writing Club is to allow the students to express their emotions and their dreams and to help them to strengthen their skills and writing techniques. Creative writing is usually taught in a workshop and students submit original work for peer critique. Students also format a writing method through the process of writing and re-writing and they are given the opportunity to come in contact with the work of distinguished writers through a more creative way. The Creative Writing Club started three years and it runs its own blog spot “Grafouccino.” You can follow http://grafouccino.blogspot.com/. This year’s aim is to organise

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more activities and perhaps be able to meet our target of publishing our own paper. Another aim is to invite experts in this area and organised some workshops or a symposium of Creative Writing. Teachers in Charge: Ms Christina Ioakimidou, Ms Stavroula Lofiti 15. Debating Society (Junior) Years: 1-3 Venue: To be announced Time/ Frequency: Tuesday of week B at 1.45 – 2.30 pm Do you think uniform should be compulsory? Do you think the canteen should only sell healthy food

and drink? The Junior Debating Society offers young adults the opportunity to learn how to discuss

different points of view and support their arguments with reasoning and knowledge. It also

encourages team work, independent research and helps to improve your language skills. Don’t

worry if you’re not very confident...you will be by the end.

Teachers in charge: Ms Emily Papandreou, Mr Demos Kaoullas 16. Debating Society (Senior) Years: 4-7 Venue: Lecture Theatre Time/Frequency: Fridays 2.00 – 4.00 pm The Debating Society at the English School has over the last 15 years or so made huge strides in promoting public speaking as a serious discipline both at the School and in Cyprus. We have taken part in the International Independent Schools Public Speaking Tournament since 1991 (normally held in Canada and the USA), winning categories in Persuasive Speaking, After-dinner Speaking, Extemporaneous Speaking, Impromptu, and Dramatic Interpretation. We have also been firm supporters of the World Individual Debating and Public Speaking Championship, travelling to the UK, USA, Argentina, South Africa and Australia. The English School is a founder member of this competition and hosted in 1995, 2000 and 2005 with great success. Further details can be found at WIDPSC.com Years 4 to 7 participate in competitions in Debating and Impromptu Public Speaking held over the Autumn and Spring Terms. Finals take place before Easter to determine which students will represent the School in International Competition, this year in Lithuania (March/April). Teachers in Charge: Mr James Corkhill, Ms Karen Mason-Corkhill

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17. DELF DALF Club Years: 5 and 6 Venue: Room 12 Time/ Frequency: Monday and Thursday for week A (girls 2 levels)

Tuesday and Friday for week B (boys 2 levels). Time 13:45 -14:30

The DELF DALF Club, which was reactivated last year after a few years of absence, offers the opportunity to ES students of French to enhance their knowledge of the language and the culture of the French speaking world. It will help students develop better skills in French and benefit from good use of the language through sessions of interactive communication. French learning students at the school will be familiarised with the format of the DELF DALF tests and offered the possibility to take the exam at the end of the school year in May and to add a DELF or DALF certificate to their personal statement. The DELF DALF examinations are fully based on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for languages and evaluate six levels of aptitude. The European Union Council recommended using the CEFR to set up systems of validation of language ability. The six reference levels have become widely accepted as the European standard for grading an individual's language proficiency. The UK IGCSE (first sitting 2014) has changed recently and was adapted in line with these recommendations with regard to skills’ weighting. These exams are organized by the French Ministry of Education and are represented by the French Institute in Cyprus. The French Ambassador in Cyprus sends a commendation letter to high achieving students in the exams. This was recurrently the case for students of this club in the past.

Teacher in Charge: Ms Katia Solomides 18. Design and Technology Open Workshop

Years: All Years Times: Wednesday 2:00-3:00pm Venue: D & T Centre (STU) Years: 4, 5, 6, 7 Times: Friday 2:00– 3:00 pm Venue: SB18 (THE)

The open workshop has been running for a number of years. It allows students to make use of the

additional time and to take advantage of the facilities available in the workshop and SB18.

Specialist operations are performed with small groups of students that would otherwise be difficult

to successfully achieve during normal lesson time.

It also allows the member of staff to work with small groups of students who would possibly require

extra assistance with their work.

There are groups of students that enjoy working on projects which are not directly related to

examinations and course work, such as Jewellery Making and Theatre Set Productions.

Teachers in Charge: Mr Stelios Theodosiou and Ms Nicoletta Stavrides

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19. English Play

Years: 1-7 Venue: Hall Time/ Frequency: Rehearsals every Thursdays 3.00 pm – 5.00 pm and Saturdays 3:00-5:00 pm. However rehearsal times are subject to change. The English Department produces an annual play which is staged at the end of the first week in December. Our most recent production has been “Salem” (December 2012),“Noughts and Crosses” ( February 2011). Other productions have been “A View from the Bridge” (2006), “An Inspector Calls” (2007) and “The Wizard of Oz (2008)”. Auditions are open to all students forms 1-7 and these take place during the spring prior to the start of rehearsals or in early September. Teacher in Charge: Ms Shura Economou

20. European Youth Parliament (EYP) Years: 4, 5, 6, 7 Venue: Room 10 Time/ Frequency: Might vary between Thursday and Friday after school

The EYP is a unique forum which fosters independent thinking and socio-political initiative in young people and facilitates the learning of crucial social and professional skills. Since its inauguration, many tens of thousands of young people have taken part in its national and international sessions, formed friendships and made international contacts across and beyond frontiers. It has thus made a vital contribution towards the uniting of Europe. At the English School

At the English School it has been widely embraced and many pupils have shown keen interest in

joining. Since the beginning of our involvement in 2008, our EYP members have successfully

participated in many National Sessions and were selected for a number of International Sessions

(IS). The EYP Club

Students participating in the EYP Club will be initiated to EYP topics and discussions. Older members

and delegates will be animating the club and younger students will become aware of social and

world issues, EU policies, resolution writing.

An EYP Day event is expected to be organised again at our school this year giving the opportunity to

our students to participate and gain experience.

EYP alumni usually retire at the age of 27. Until then they have the chance to obtain prestigious

positions like that of a President in an International Session.

Students are given information on the European Youth Parliament in Cyprus and Internationally. At

the same time they debate on various global or European issues and study examples of Resolutions

written by EYP students. The EYP club is suitable for year 4 and year 5 students, although only year 5

students may apply for the EYP team of the school. The club is also suitable for students who wish to

apply for Euroscola and any other European Parliament event.

Applications for participation in the EYP Club will be sent to students’ school email early in

September 2013.

Teacher in Charge and EYP coordinator: Ms Katia Solomides

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21. First Aid

Years: All Years Venue: Rooms Science Building Time/ Frequency: Once per week for each group

The students sign up for first aid classes in September. Once the groups are sorted out they begin

lessons in early October.

The classes take place once a week after school in various rooms at school, usually in the Science

Block.

This is a very popular course and is offered to all students. The programme focuses on key life saving

skills and provides an opportunity to learn the first aid response to common accidents and

situations.

There are three levels available. Essentials (for new participants), young adults and adults. At the

end of the course the students take a written and a practical exam. They can also use the certificates

for the DofE awards.

Teachers in Charge: Ms Despina Lagos, Ms Maria Christodoulou, Mr Christos Symeonides 22. Geography Beyond the Classroom

Year: 3 Venue: Geography room and field trip locations Time/Frequency: some breaks and Wednesday afternoons prior to fieldtrips on Saturdays (5-8 hour fieldtrips are planned) Year Three students will benefit from a day of outdoor fieldwork experience. This will immensely add

to their ability to explore, record and appreciate geographical and environmental features and

processes. The areas to be visited on fieldtrips will include Larnaca, Ayia Napa and Protaras.

Since fieldwork will be in a more relaxed form it will give us opportunities to go way beyond the time

restricted activities. Fieldwork also gives students great opportunities for group work and helps

them break all sorts of barriers.

Teacher in charge: Mr Harut Boyadjian

23. Greek Debate Club (a) Years: 1-3 (b) Year: 6 Venue: Greek Room (Lloyds)

Time/Frequency : Irregular meetings

For Year 6: Participation in the Pancyprian Debate Competition organised by the Ministry of Education

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For the Junior Debate Club, specific dates will be announced after the first meeting. We are planning

to have 8-10 meetings throughout the year, starting at the end of October. Students will practise

their debating skills in terms of supporting their views in different topics. The aim is to be able to

participate in future competitions and most importantly, to develop their oral skills, their critical

thinking and become good listeners.

Senior students (Years 5, 6) will be prepared to participate in the Pancyprian Debate Competition. A

selection of the 3 students will take place at the beginning of the Academic Year and a number of

meetings will be held in order to practise their speeches in reference to the subject that will be given

by the Ministry of Education. The number of the meetings will be set by the participation in each

part of the Competition.

Teachers in charge: Ms Christina Ioakimidou, and Ms Ioanna Koronaki

24. Greek Play

Years: 2 - 7 Venue: Hall Time/ Frequency: Irregular Fridays & Saturdays Teacher in Charge: Ms M. Polydorou 25. Greek Section of the School Library Frequency: On irregular basis

Teacher in Charge: Ms Efie Demosthenous 26. ICT Junior Drop in Club Years: 1-3 Venue: SB17 Time/ Frequency: Tuesday Week B at 2.00 – 3.00 pm This club will give the opportunity to the students of lower school to drop-in and finish some of the

homework as not all of them have a computer or the software installed on their computers at home.

It will also accommodate students with an interest in programming and developing applications.

Students will also be given information about ICT as well as playing interactive-educate games on the

computers.

Teacher in Charge: Ms Thekla Papastavrou

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27. Insight Afternoon

Years: 5-7 Venue: Library Resource Centre Time/frequency: Every second Friday 2.00 pm Are you planning to apply to a University that requires an interview? Would you like to enrich your

general knowledge or learn to better support or express your opinions? Perhaps you would simply

like to improve your spoken English? These are important skills that admissions tutors will be looking

out for during an interview, which academic qualifications alone cannot offer. Come along to our

first meeting in the Library this Friday 1st February at 2.00pm, and find out more about what we

hope to achieve through these informal and what we hope to be, enjoyable sessions.

Aimed at students in Years 5-7, who are thinking of applying to Oxford or Cambridge and/or

Medicine.

Teacher in Charge: Mr Graham Gamble 28. Improving AS French Oral Skills Years: 5 and 6 Venue: MLD Rooms Time/ Frequency: Thursday 1.45 – 2.30 every fortnight and then every week after Christmas This activity is aimed at giving AS French students an opportunity to improve their oral skills by

engaging in conversation on various topics included in the syllabus and on French culture in general.

This will take place in small groups so that each student has the opportunity to converse at length in

a relaxed atmosphere. Nearer to the exams, students will be seen on an individual basis in order to

identify specific needs and prepare them for their oral exam.

Teacher in Charge: Ms L. Efthymiou, Ms R. Christopoulos

29. London International Youth Science Forum

Year: Year 6

Science sttudents interested in participating in the LIYSF which takes place in July-August. Meetings are

irregular and intended for the selection as well as the overall organisation of students and the presentation of

the event to younger students.

Teacher in Charge: Ms Xenia Louca

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30. Maths Cafe Years: 5-7 Venue: Room 26 Time/frequency: Irregular meetings (which are notified to students) Maths Cafe will run before every examination session, i.e. before January Mock exams, every day for

10 days approximately. Also, during May and June exams, daily starting from 5th Year study leave up

to the last math exam. The Math department will allocate a room, open for the whole day, where

students will be able to come and spend time on revision/ solving past papers. Maths teachers will

be available to help.

Mathematics teachers take it in turn to assist students in Years 5, 6 and 7 with preparation for their

mock exams and the external examinations, mostly by explaining the solutions of questions from

past papers.

Teachers in Charge: All members of the department

31. Maths Club Years: 1 – 2 Venue: Room 26 (Maths Room) Time/ Frequency: Every Tuesday, Week B 2.00 pm – 3.00 pm The club is directed towards students of Years 1 & 2. Activities include solving challenging maths questions and discussing various issues related to Maths. Teachers in Charge: Mr Eleftherios Neoptolemou, Ms Katerina Papastavrou

32. Maths Drop-In Club (Junior) Years: 1 -3 Venue: Room 23 Time/Frequency: Weekly meetings on Mondays from 2.00 – 3.00 pm Mathematics teachers take it in turn to assist pupils in Years 1, 2 and 3 with any difficulties they face

with Homework or new concepts in Maths.

Teachers in Charge: Mr. N. Nicandrou, Ms M. Hassapopoulou, Mr Papamichael Ms. S Ambiza, Ms E. Ignatiou, Ms M. Pericleous

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33. Maths Drop-In Club (Senior) Years: 4 & 5 Venue: Room 22/23 Time/Frequency: Bi-weekly Thursdays and Fridays Year 4 and 5 students can drop in on a weekly basis to receive additional support and reinforcement.

Teachers in Charge: Ms Elena Ignatiou, Ms Rena Demetriou, Ms Maria Pericleous, Ms Stavroula

Neocleous, Ms Maria Vaki

34. Mathematical Olympiad Venue: as notified Time/frequency: as notified This involves organising the participation of students in the Cyprus Mathematical Olympiad. There are about 160 participants every year, from all year groups. Organization begins in December with notices to classes, distribution of the application forms, collection of money and the competition takes place in April. Teachers in Charge: Ms Stavroula Neocleous, Ms Maria Vaki 35. MEDIMUN Years: 4-7 Venue: Geography room Time/ Frequency: Meetings every Thursday 1.40 pm – 3.00 pm MEDIMUN is a student conference based on The Hague International Model United Nations

(THIMUN.) The conference simulates the activities of the United Nations and MEDIMUN is

our school run offshoot of the conference. We have just been granted official THIMUN affiliation

after an external assessment process, which means the conference formally has international

standing. This is the eighth year of MEDIMUN and it will attract over 200 students and their teachers

from all over Cyprus and the region.

MEDIMUN is open to students from Years 4-7 and the selection process for delegates takes place in

September. Selection criteria include:

a) Academic performance

b) Interest in and knowledge of current affairs

c) Ability to commit time to this activity

d) Oral presentation skills

e) Ability to work collaboratively

We will meet on a weekly basis until February when the conference takes place.

For delegates this will be once a week, for organisers preparation runs on a different schedule with

considerable commitment particularly required during the conference week.

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Applications for organisational roles are advertised in the Summer Term. (Limited positions as

administrative assistants may be available in the Autumn Term)

For further information please contact one of the organising teachers:

Teachers in Charge: Ms Ursula Pantelides, Mr James Lodge, Ms Christina Papadopoulos, Ms

Alexandra Souroullas (MEDINEWS)

36. Medinews newspaper for MEDI.M.U.N Years: 4-7 Venue: Room 16 Time/ Frequency: Meetings every Thursday 1.40 pm – 3.00 pm Time/ Frequency: Thursday 2:00. Meetings will start as weekly and then will occur according to need, with increased frequency around the Workshop and Conference, reaching daily briefings. In addition, the Workshop involves a full day’s participation (Saturday), while the Conference takes place over three days (Friday-Sunday) This activity involves the coordination of editors, reporters and photographers in directing and setting suitable topics for articles, features, interviews and layout choices for the official newspaper of MEDI.M.U.N. Hard copy issues are prepared, printed and distributed during the November workshop which takes place at the school, and during and after the main Conference itself in January/February. The publication of the online version for the official MEDI.M.U.N. website is also overseen. All work needs to be checked and edited according to content, purpose and audience, with often high-profile guests being interviewed, alongside MEDI.M.U.N. organisers, participants, Directors and others. It is a challenging feat of coordination and teamwork, fostering confidence, interpersonal skills and knowledge of current affairs and hot topics. Teacher in Charge: Ms Alexandra Souroullas 37. Modern Greek Literature Club

Years: All Time/Frequency: On a regular weekly basis (day and time to be decided)

Venue: to be announced

Members will be introduced to the work of important Modern Greek writers and poets, with special

emphasis to those who are not included in their class syllabuses. The club’s main target will be to

encourage its members to discover and appreciate the pleasure of reading literature. Specialists on

Modern Greek literature, critics and writers may be occasionally invited to speak to students.

Teacher in charge: Dr Eva Polyviou

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38. Music Department Activities The Choir: Choir is a developmental activity where regular attendance is vital. Rehearsals take place during the first 2 terms of the year and in the third term only for special performances. We strongly believe that we should be at the heart of every day school activities and events as well as ensuring students have a quality musical experience. Choral singing is taken very seriously at the English School, as is our long tradition, and we invite you to become part of this. Recently the Senior Choir has taken part in festivals both in Lebanon and the Czech Republic as well as winning first place in the Ministry Competition in 2010. The English School Senior Choir Venue: Hall / Music Room Time/ Frequency: Girls sectional – Mondays 2:00 – 3:00 Boys Sectional – Tuesdays 2:00 – 3:00 Tutti rehearsal – Wednesdays 8:00 – 9:30 Description: The Senior Choir is open to all students from forms 4 – 7 via audition at the beginning of the year. The regularity of rehearsals are vital and students are asked to commit to attending 2 per week. We are a small SATB group with an emphasis on good quality singing and of course fun through a wide range of musical styles, both accompanied and a cappella. In 2011 we are planning to take part in a European competition. The English School Junior Choir Venue: Hall / Music Room Girls – Thursdays 2:00 – 3:30 Boys – Fridays 2:00 – 3:00 Tutti rehearsal – to be announced by the teacher in charge Description: The Junior Choir is a large three part (SAB) group open to students from forms 1 – 4 via audition at the beginning of the year. We work on the basics of good singing including posture, vowels, breathing and expression through a wide variety of musical styles. This year we performed traditional Christmas music and a programme of film music, In 2011 we are planning to take part in the Ministry competition as well as collaborate with other local youth choirs. Participation in the choir can be a deeply rewarding experience. Talent Night An annual event – taking place in early December. Venue: Various, meetings based in the music room Time – to be announced by the teacher in charge Planning / organising - From June to November

Auditions in October

Performance in November / December depending on availability of theatre

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Description

Talent Night is open to all students of the school as an opportunity to showcase their performing

arts abilities, following auditions.

In addition, there is a student organising committee and other jobs such as artwork, film editing,

backstage and technical support is taken on by students.

Instrumental Scholarships The Music Department offers scholarships to students with musical ability. This comprises the loan of an instrument (where available) and a private weekly lesson with a specialist teacher. Only lessons in the orchestral instruments are offered – this does not include the piano, guitar or drums at present. Students participating in this scheme are required to play in the school orchestra. Further details can be obtained from the Head of Department. Please see Ms Anne-Marie Tellalis for details Orchestra The English School has had a symphony orchestra since the 1970s. Past performances have included piano concertos with students of the school playing the solo part. More recent performances have included UN Day festivities at Ledra Palace, a collaboration with Foley’s School in Limassol and accompanying the choir in Vivaldi’s “Gloria”. Rehearsals: to be announced by the teacher in charge (Extra sectionals are arranged on an ad hoc basis) The Orchestra is open to all students who play an instrument, regardless of where they take lessons. Students may take part in both the choir and the orchestra.

Please see Ms Hadjithoma, Mr Bargilly, Ms Alijani for details.

Small Ensembles The school also has several small bands and ensembles which form and rehearse for specific events, depending on the students available. These include string quartet, jazz band, rock and pop bands. Teacher in Charge: Ms A-M Tellalis 39. “Nosostros” Spanish and Latin American language and culture Club

Years: 4, 5, 6, 7

Venue: Room 12 (Modern Languages Room)

Time/Frequency: Once a week or according to type of activity or event. Summer trip to Spain.

The Spanish Club is open to all students in years 4, 5, 6 and 7, interested in practice & learning

Spanish through fun activities.

The intention of the club is to provide academic support and the opportunity for members to learn,

speak Spanish and to increase their knowledge and awareness of the Spanish-speaking world.

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“Nosotros” Spanish and Latin American language and culture club provides an environment where

"aficionados" of the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures are able to assemble and pursue

common interests. The Club plans special activities aimed at expanding our knowledge of the

Spanish-speaking world like: Spanish movies, dance, Zumba, oral practice with Spanish speakers, etc.

Teacher in charge: Ms Virginia Rengel-Kefala

40. Photography Club Years: 1 - 7 Venue: Room 19 Time/Frequency: Every 2 weeks – Week B – Thursdays - 2.00 – 2.45 pm “Photography is a way of feeling, of touching, of loving. What you have caught on film is captured

forever... it remembers little things, long after you have forgotten everything.”

Photography is a lot of fun and GOOD for your brain. Taking, developing, manipulating and editing

pictures simulates many parts of your brain motor- right brain, occipitals, and creative circuits. As

you play with enjoying and sharing your pictures your brain will grow in its powers of observation as

well as artistic creativity. It is non-competitive expression and can elevate our human experience.

Students should bring their digital camera with them at all times. All necessary and vital information

will be given in advance and in different formats i.e. basic rules before taking a shot.

Then, students will be given particular topics and will be asked to take certain number of shots in the

school yard and at home. After this process, all pictures taken will be uploaded on the school

database. Selected pictures will be used in different events i.e. Open day.

We are very enthusiastic group who use every minute of life as a gift. We believe photography is an

art of observation. Every time, we have different themes to focus on. Therefore, we have a great

opportunity to find something interesting in an ordinary place...

Teacher in Charge: Mr Ulker Uzuner 41. Radio Club Society Years: all year groups Venue: Radio Club Shack (next to Headmaster’s house) Time/frequency: Friday 2.30 - 3.30 pm

Involves the usage of radio transceivers to communicate with people around the world. The

members meet on a weekly basis and lessons are delivered by skilled members of the Club.

Competitions take place in numerous occasions around the academic year.

Teacher in Charge: Mr Christos Symeonides

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42. Red Cross Society Years: All year Groups Time/Frequency: Irregular Meetings Times. To be announced in September Venue: to be announced The students participate in various activities of the Red Cross such as selling cards and raffle tickets

for charity, collecting various items for children with special needs – such as toys, candies, crisps,

chocolates. Members participate in bazaars and the ‘Door to Door’ collection which is the main

charity event of the year .Conferences are organised by the Red Cross once a year and a limited

number of students from each school take part . Volunteers can also help at the Red Cross Head

quarters on a weekly basis.

Teacher in Charge: Ms Emily Protopapa 43. Science and Discovery Society Years: All Year Groups Venue: Science Block, Room 15 Time/Frequency: Every Week B

This will be the fourth year that this activity is running and it has proved to be a great success.

We involve the students in practical based science activities and joint projects. The students work

together with two Physics teachers and through group work, discussions, videos and presentations

we learn and discover things about science! Usually we choose topics which are outside the syllabus.

Everyone is welcome to join. The meetings start early October, the exact day and times will be

announced in September.

Teachers in Charge: Mr Christos Symeonides, Ms Despina Lagos, Ms Maria Christodoulou 44. Student Voice and Student Councils

Student Councils can play an important role in the life of the school by giving students the

opportunity to participate in school decision- making and creating greater engagement with the

school community. It allows students to learn about democratic processes and develop citizenship

skills and at the same time bring forward school improvement.

There are 4 Student Councils/ Forums which will meet at the following times:

The Lower School Advisory Council (All Form Representatives from Years 1-3) This will be convened every week during an extended break by Ms Hadjigeorgiou and Ms

Nikiforou / Mr. Tsikkouris.

The Middle School Advisory Council (All Form Representatives from Years 4-5) This will be convened every week during an extended break by Ms Eliadou.

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The Upper School Advisory Council (All Form Representatives from Years 6 -7) This will be convened every week after school (either Thursday or Friday) by Ms

Hadjigeorgiou and Ms Nikiforou.

The Student Council (which is comprised of representative students from the 3 Advisory Councils and the four Student Leaders) will be convened by Ms Asvesta every Wednesday 1.30pm -2.30pm. * The exact day and time will be decided by the Convener(s) of the Council s. There may occasionally be a need for an afternoon meeting at the discretion of the Convener. Please contact the Convener via email for more information.

The Advisory Councils and Student Council will meet regularly to discuss and debate a variety of matters and issues that concern students and their school with the aim of making decisions and proposals for school improvement. In addition, the participation process will give students the opportunity to engage in active learning and active citizenship in their school and hence develop their leadership and team -working skills. They will be expected to attend meetings on a weekly basis and hold general assembly’s with their constituents to enhance student voice and the democratic process. They may be requested to undertake Training in the course of the year. The Student Councils may, of course, decide to involve themselves in issues regarding the improvement of their community at local, national or global level and connect with other successful Student Councils in the UK. Any student who is interested in being a Representative will need to stand for election and should

be aware that the role of the Representative will require a commitment to attend all meetings and

a willingness to spend additional time researching different issues , preparing proposals and

meeting with Students, Teachers , non-teaching Staff and members of the Management Team. At

the same time the experience is extremely rewarding and helps to develop fundamental life skills.

Teacher in Charge: Ms Maria Asvesta

45. Supportive lessons to Classical Greek students Years : 3 – 7 Frequency: Once a month, on a Wednesday Further to the time-tabled classes, open to any student who requires assistance Teacher in charge: Ms Efie Demosthenous

46. Table Tennis Years: 1, 2, 3 Venue: Sports Centre Time/Frequency: Once a week 14.00 – 15.00 Teachers in Charge: Mr Michael Hadjikos, Mr. Lenos Hadjikos

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47. The Duke of Edinburgh Award Years: 4-7 The administration of the D of E Programme is outsourced to Interaxion, who currently run the programme for 8 other schools in Cyprus. More details of the Programme that will be offered this year will be given by Interaxion in early September and will be found consecutively on their website. If you are interested in knowing more about Interaxion you may visit them on their website on: www.interaxion.org The following information is taken from their website:

Interaxion is a youth work agency based in Nicosia, Cyprus. Established in 2004, we serve students in

the English-speaking international community of Cyprus by organizing events, trips, and activity-

based programs. Interaxion is a non-governmental agency with no political or religious affiliation or

agenda. Our programs are open to all English-speaking students regardless of nationality, ethnicity,

or gender.

For further information please contact us at: info@interaxion.org

Interaxion offers a growing list of exciting programs for young people. Click on the logos below to

find out more about each.

The International Award for Young People is a self-development program for

students from 14 - 25 years old. Interaxion offers the Award through a number of

schools in the Nicosia area as well as independently for students who do not have

access to the Award at their school.

Interaxion is an experienced host and organizer of expeditions for all levels of the

International Award for Young People. Services include transportation,

accommodation, training, route planning, supervision, and assessment.

English school contact: Mr Emilios Christodoulides (available at break times in English Institute office) 48. The English Drop-in Club

Years: 1 & 2

Venue: Room 2

Frequency: Every Monday from 1.45 – 2.45 pm

Students are free to drop in during this time to obtain help and support with their English.

Teachers in Charge: Dr. Selma Karayalcin (with Ms Roula Stavrou in term one and Ms Shura

Economou in term two - and other teachers depending on demand)

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49. The Hague International Model United Nations (THIMUN) Years: 4, 5, 6, 7 Venue: History Room No. 15 Time/ Frequency: Thursday 1.40 – 3.00 pm The Model United Nations is a club which has been running for a number of years and which has

achieved a great deal of popularity among students years 5-7.

The M.U.N. is a simulation of the real United Nations where every school is assigned a country to

represent. Members of the school’s delegation act as delegates of that country through lobbying,

writing resolutions, learning about the United Nations and becoming well – versed in parliamentary

procedure. After extensive preparation students attend a one week conference which is held in the

Hague, The Netherlands during the last week in January every year. Students are selected after an

interview process, as the programme has become highly competitive, meetings are held every

Thursday between 1.40pm – 3.00pm and attendance is mandatory.

Teacher in Charge: Ms Sylvana Jamgochian

50. UNICEF Society Years: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Time/Frequency: November & December

Meetings Irregular. To be announced. The biggest sale takes place just before Christmas. We sell Christmas cards, gifts or other toys, puzzles etc. for charity. Occasionally we have been requested, at other times of the year, by the UNICEF Nicosia Branch to sell other items for charity. Teachers in Charge: Ms Maria Vaki, Ms Roula Stavrou 51. Volunteer Society (Year 4) Years: 4 Venue: 20 Time/ Frequency: Meet for 1 hour every two weeks for organisational reasons. Carry out volunteer

work either during school hours, or after school, depending on the type of volunteer activity

undertaken. The specific day of the week will be announced later.

This society will be for Year 4 students only and will offer the opportunity for action to those who want to help their fellow human beings. Together with their Head of Year, the students will meet once every two weeks to set priorities and goals. The Society may also work with outside NGOs or charities in order to achieve a specific objective. A committee will be formed that will help disseminate information to its members. About 25 dedicated students will be allowed to join the society. Students who join the Society but do not participate in its activities will be excluded from membership. Teacher in Charge: Ms Zoe Eliades

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52. We care We help Venue: M01 Time/frequency: On an irregular basis depending on charity activity This is a charity character club aiming at helping financially Cyprus organisations which work with people with special needs (such as the Cyprus autistics, blinds, deaf etc.) by organising charity activities. Furthermore, the club aims at reinforcing our students’ sensibility and make them socially aware and responsible. Teachers in Charge: Ms Andrie Constantinou, Ms Niki Melanidou, Dr. Eva Polyviou

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53. Extra-Curricular Activities within the PE Department

Athletics

Junior Boys (Years 1-3)

Venue: Athletics Field and Track

Time/Frequency: Wednesday in 2nd term (13:20-14:20) with additional sessions during the

competitive season

The team normally participates in the Nicosia and Pan-Cyprian Schools athletics competitions and

individual athletes who qualify can participate in the Panhellenic Schools Athletics.

Teacher in charge: Mr Yiannos Papaioannou

Junior Girls (Years 1-3)

Venue: Athletics field and track

Time/frequency: Friday 1:45 pm – 2:20 pm . After Christmas meeting will also be on Tuesdays 1:45-

2:30

The team normally participates in the Nicosia and Pancyprian competitions.

Teacher in Charge: Ms Elena Chrysanthou

Senior Boys (Years 4-7)

Venue: Athletics field and track

Time/frequency: Either Mondays or Fridays 3.15 – 4.15 pm

Teacher in Charge: Mr Michael Sisou

Senior Girls (Years 4-7)

Venue: Athletics field and track

Time/Frequency: Tuesday 3.15 – 4.15 pm

Teacher in Charge: Mr Michael Sisou

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Basketball Club

Junior Boys (Years 1-3)

Venue: Sports Centre

Time/frequency: Wednesday 14.00 – 15.00 pm

Teacher in Charge: Mr Michael Sisou

Junior Girls (Years 1-3)

Venue: Sports Centre

Time/frequency: Wednesday 1.15 – 2.15 pm & Friday 1.45 – 2.15 pm

Teacher in Charge: Ms Rafaella Neocleous

Senior Boys (Years 4-7)

Venue: Sports Centre

Time/Frequency: Wednesday 3.00 – 4.00 pm

Teacher in Charge: Mr Michael Sisou

Senior Girls (Years 4-7)

Venue: Sports Centre

Time/frequency: Wednesday 1.15 – 2.15 pm & Tuesday 1.45 – 2.15 pm

Teacher in Charge: Ms Rafaella Neocleous

Football Team

Junior Boys (Years 1-3)

Venue: Main Football Ground

Time/frequency: Wednesdays 1st term (13:20-14:20)

The team normally takes part in tournaments and friendly matches against other schools.

Teacher in Charge: Mr Yiannos Papaioannou

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Senior Boys (Years 4-7)

Venue: Main football ground

Time/frequency: Fridays 14:00-15:00 with additional sessions during the competitive season.

The team usually plays against ESOBGA in the Founder’s Day games and against other schools

whenever the opportunity arises.

Teacher in Charge: Mr Yiannos Papaioannou

Hockey Club – School Team

All Junior and Senior Girls and all Junior & Senior Boys

Venue: Sports Centre

Time/frequency: Wednesdays 2.00 – 3.00 pm

Teacher in Charge: Mr Michael Sisou – Assistants Mr Antonis Efthymiou and Mr Costas Loizou

Tennis Club

Junior Boys and Girls (Year 1-3)

Venue: tennis courts

Time/frequency: Wednesdays 1.15 – 2.15 pm (only for Year 1)

Teacher in Charge: Ms Rafaella Neocleous

Volley Ball Club – School Team

Junior Boys (Years 1-3)

Venue: Sports Centre

Time/frequency: Thursdays 3.15 – 4.30 pm

Teacher in Charge: Mr E. Christodoulou

Volley Ball Club – School Team

Senior Boys (Years 4-7)

Venue: Sports Centre

Time/frequency: Mondays 3.15 – 4.30 pm

Teacher in Charge: Mr E. Christodoulou

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Volley Ball Club – School Team

Junior Girls (Years 1-3)

Venue: Sports Centre

Time/frequency: Fridays 3.15 – 4.30 pm

Teacher in Charge: Mr E. Christodoulou

Volley Ball Club – School Team

Senior Girls (Years 4-7)

Venue: Sports Centre

Time/frequency: Tuesdays 3.15 – 4.30 pm

Teacher in Charge: Mr E. Christodoulou