Greek for Kids
A Welcoming Learning Environment
At Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek School of Wisconsin, we have created a welcoming, engaging, and supportive environment where children feel excited to learn Greek. Our goal is to make every class enjoyable while helping students build confidence in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding the Greek language.
One of the greatest compliments we receive is that our students look forward to coming to class. Learning from the comfort of home allows children to feel relaxed, participate actively, and enjoy learning alongside friends from across the United States.
Program Structure
Our classes meet twice each week for 60 minutes per session, beginning shortly after Labor Day and continuing through Memorial Day. Classes are held after regular school hours, making it easy for families to fit Greek into their weekly routine.
Each summer, we carefully organize class schedules to best accommodate our families, and students follow a consistent schedule throughout the school year.
Our academic calendar includes:
- Christmas Break
- Spring Break during Holy Week
- Major Greek Orthodox and national holiday celebrations
Why Twice a Week?
One of the greatest strengths of our program is the frequency of instruction.
Children are exposed to the Greek language multiple times each week through:
- Two live online classes
- Weekly homework and review activities
- Interactive practice using digital learning platforms
This consistent exposure helps students retain what they learn, develop stronger communication skills, and make steady progress throughout the school year.
Because students can join class from home, they are less likely to miss instruction due to transportation or scheduling challenges, allowing them to maintain continuity in their learning.
Student Placement
Every child begins with a placement evaluation so we can ensure they are enrolled in the class that best matches their needs.
We consider:
- Language comprehension
- Reading ability
- Previous Greek language experience
- Age
- Learning style
Whenever possible, we create classes with students of similar ages, proficiency levels, and learning styles, allowing every child to feel comfortable, challenged, and supported.
Our Curriculum
Our curriculum combines internationally recognized instructional materials with engaging digital resources to provide a comprehensive learning experience.
We use:
- Geia Xara (Papaloizos Book Series)
- ΚΛΙΚ στα Ελληνικά
- Ελληνοπούλα (Ellinopoula) interactive platform
- Original instructional materials developed by our teachers
Students develop skills in:
- Speaking
- Listening
- Reading
- Writing
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Communication
Beyond Language
Learning Greek means much more than learning words.
Throughout the school year, students explore:
- Greek mythology
- Greek history
- Greek traditions and customs
- Greek Orthodox holidays and celebrations
- Everyday life in modern Greece
- Greek songs, music, stories, and games
These experiences help students develop a meaningful connection to their language and heritage while making learning enjoyable and memorable.
Interactive Learning
Our lessons are designed to keep students actively engaged.
Children learn through:
- Interactive discussions
- Educational games
- Music and songs
- Storytelling
- Movement and age-appropriate activities
- Collaborative projects
- Digital learning tools
- Speaking practice with classmates
Every lesson encourages students to communicate, participate, and build confidence in a fun and supportive environment.
Growing with Our Students
Our program welcomes students from Kindergarten through high school, with instruction carefully adapted to each developmental stage.
As students progress through the program, they continue building their language skills and, when appropriate, may begin preparation for the Ellinomatheia Greek Language Certification examinations.
Our goal is to help every student continue their Greek language journey with confidence, whether they are learning for family, heritage, travel, or future academic opportunities.
A Community That Grows Together
Although our school is entirely virtual, our students quickly become part of a vibrant learning community. They build friendships, celebrate Greek traditions together, and encourage one another throughout the school year.
We believe that children learn best when they feel connected, supported, and excited to participate—and we are proud to have created a program where students enjoy coming to class each week.