Ring… ring… the school bell has sounded, and Greek School is officially back in session. As part of our ongoing special coverage of Greek schools in the Delaware Valley, Cosmos Philly visited St. Demetrios Greek School in Upper Darby this past Tuesday to catch the start of the academic year.
Known for its rigorous and long-standing program, St. Demetrios continues to set the bar high when it comes to Greek language education. Classes run three hours long, twice a week—making it the most intensive Greek School schedule in the region. That commitment shows in the results: many of the students go on to take and pass official Greek language examinations sponsored by the Greek government, receiving credit for achieving educational standards equivalent to those in Greece.
During our visit, we spoke with Father Nektarios and Principal Androulla Kasapis, who both shared their excitement for the year ahead and their deep dedication to preserving Hellenic language and culture for the next generation.
