Greek School

Welcome to the St. Nicholas Greek school of Ann Arbor.  

Καλώς ήρθατε στο Ελληνικό σχολείο του Αγίου Νικολάου του Ανν Άρμπορ.

Vision
Our Vision is to provide a high-quality Greek language program in the Ann Arbor area for all students of all ages who would like to learn and develop their Greek language reading, writing and conversational skills.  ​​

The Importance of learning the Greek Language
The Greek language is vitally important to the Orthodox faith because it served as the primary language of early Christianity.  The New Testament, the writings of the ecumenical synods, the theology of the Orthodox faith and the liturgical services were written, described and put together primarily through the use of the Greek language.  
Learning Greek can provide many additional benefits for any age.  By learning the Greek language there is access to the history, literature and philosophy that has been the foundation of the Western civilization.  It enhances critical thinking, analytical skills and problem solving through the learning of Greek grammar; it provides vocabulary enhancement since many words stem from Greek roots and it provides the ability to communicate with locals and experience more fully the Greek culture when visiting Greece.  The Greek language is also a key link in preserving the Greek tradition and culture. Maintaining the Greek language within the family and community helps to perpetuate Greek cultural values and traditions.  ​​

YOUTH ​CLASS INFORMATION
Current Greek School class information is below for students age 5 to 14 years of age. 
The K-Class shall be held on Thursdays 5pm to 6pm. All other youth Greek school classes are held on Thursdays from 5 to 6:30 pm at the St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in Ann Arbor, MI.   
Below is a list of classes that is planned to be offered for the 2026-2027 year, assuming there are enough students for each class.
​Teacher assignment is subject to change. If your child is 14+ and would like to take Greek classes, consider attending the Adult Greek classes that are mentioned below and email us at [email protected].

Greek School Class Level​	Teachers (Subject to Change)	Student Language Experience/Age
Level K	Ms. Fotini Cotitsas	No or little prior Greek language experience (younger age, 5-6 years of age)
Level 1	Ms. Athina Res	1+ year or little prior Greek language experience (6-7 years of age)
Level 2A	TBD	2+ years of Greek school or equivalent Greek language experience (Ages 7+)
Level 2B	Mrs. Nafsika Georgilli	At least 3+ years of Greek school or equivalent Greek language experience (Ages 8+)
Level 3A	Ms. Chrysi Beltsos	At least 4+ years of Greek school or equivalent Greek language experience (Ages 10+)
Level 4	Mr. Spyros Koutoulas	At least 5+ years of Greek school or equivalent Greek language experience (Ages 10+)

GREEK 1-2-3
Every parent who has registered their child, will have free account access to the online Greek language platform of Greek123.com. This is an excellent way for the children to get some additional practice with their Greek.  
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ELLINOMATHIA EXAM PREPARATION
Our school aims to provide Greek school education so that all students get ready to partake in the Ellinomathia exams A1 and A2.
For more information about the ellinomathia exams please visit https://www.greek-language.gr/certification/

ADULT ​CLASS INFORMATION

​Greek Adult Classes are offered as described in the below table.  Minimum of 4 people are needed to be registered to run the class.  If max number of people is reached, then people can be placed on a wait list and if enough people are in the wait list a 2nd section of the class may become available. 

Class Level	Teachers (subject to change)	Prerequisite	Class ​Size Max	Class Duration	Day/Time (Subject to Change)
Greek Adult Beginners Class Level 1	Mrs. Evi Beltsos	None	8	Full School Year (Sept 14, 2026 – May 13, 2027)	Thursdays  ​5:00 - 6:30 pm
Greek Adult Early Intermediate Course	Ms. Athina Res	Greek Adult Beginner Level 1 or Level 2 Class ​or equivalent experience	8	Full School Year (Sept 14, 2026 – May 13, 2027)	Wednesdays 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Greek Conversation Class  Level 2	Mr. Spyros Koutoulas	Must have taken any other Greek Adult Beginners Class  or Conversation Level 1 Class ​or have equivalent Greek language experience	8	Full School Year (Sept 14, 2026 – May 13, 2027)​	Thursdays 6:45 – 7:45 pm
Advanced Greek Reading Group	Mrs. Nafsika Georgilli	Advanced Greek Language knowledge	7	Half School Year (Sept 14, 2026 – Jan 28, 2027)​	Mondays 6:45 - 8:45pm​

Greek Adult Beginners Class Level 1 – Foundations of Greek For Adult Learners
An immersive introductory course for adult learners consisting of approximately 30 sessions, designed for complete and false beginners.  The course focuses on building a foundation in Greek grammar, syntax, and essential everyday vocabulary while developing basic reading, writing, and communication skills through practical exercises and the active use of everyday Greek.

Greek Adult Early Intermediate Course
An early intermediate course for adult learners consisting of approximately 30 sessions.  The course reinforces existing language skills and core concepts while enhancing fluency, confidence, communication in basic everyday situations in Greek, and the building of
vocabulary. Grammar structures are further developed and applied through conversations, guided activities, and interactive classroom practice


Greek Adult Conversation Class Level 2
This class is addressed to individuals who either have some Greek language knowledge and wish to get an opportunity to improve their skills through communicating in Greek, or those who attended the conversational class Level 1 or any of the other Greek Adult classes offered through the St. Nicholas Greek School and wish to further develop their speaking and communicating abilities. Our basic goal will be to achieve adequate understanding and handling of the Greek language through conversing over various topics, especially situations that might occur in everyday life.  

Advanced Greek Reading Group
Advanced Greek reading group that will focus on analysis of Greek literature through language. The group will collectively decide on various Greek authors and book selections to explore. We will focus on the work and life of the author, the background and history of the time period and the scope of the book. The group will meet once per week for an hour where we will read and analyze each chapter.  This group is ideal for those seeking to enrich their Greek vocabulary and socialize in Greek while sharing our common love for Greek literature and culture. 

2026-2027 REGISTRATION

2026-2027 REGISTRATION

YOUTH CLASSES

GREEK ADULT BEGINNERS CLASS LEVEL 1

GREEK ADULT EARLY INTERMEDIATE COURSE

Greek Conversation Class Level 2

Advanced Reading Group

TUITION

​Tuition for the 2026-2027 school year is as follows: 

Youth: $500 for stewards and $750 for non-stewards.
For K-class: $350 for stewards and $500 for non-stewards

Adult:
Full Year classes:  $500 for stewards and $750 for non-stewards.
Half Year Classes: $250 for stewards and $375 for non-stewards.
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***Additional Family Members get a 20% discount from the class cost***

For full school year classes, payments can be made in full or in half payments (half due at the beginning of the school year and the
2nd half due by Jan of 2027)

For half-year adult classes, full payment is required by the start of classes.
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​Payments can be made online at the link below (be sure to select "Greek School Fees" from the dropdown menu) , or a check can be dropped off at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church’s office with a note on the memo line of “Greek School Fees"

PAY TUITION

2026/2027 Greek School Youth Events

• 2026/2027 Greek School Youth Events
• Thursday Sept 17, 2026 -  5:00 pm - 6:30 pm:  First day of Greek School Class
• Thursday Sept 17, 2026 - 5:00 pm - 5:15 pm: Parents-Teacher Meeting In class
• Thursday Sept 18, 2026 - 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm: Parents-Principal Meeting at Social Hall 
• Saturday Oct 31, 2026 - 12:30 pm -2:30 pm: OXI day practice;
• Sunday Nov. 1, 2026 - 10:30 am - 12:30 pm:  Greek School hosting Coffee Hour after Liturgy
• Sunday Nov. 1, 2026 - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm:  OXI day celebration
• Thursday Nov. 26, 2026 - NO CLASS - Thanksgiving day
• Thursday Dec. 24, 2026 - NO CLASS - Christmas break
• Thursday Dec 31, 2026 - NO CLASS - New Years Day
• Sunday Jan 31, 2027 - 10:30 am - 12:30 pm:  Three Hierarch Celebration
• Sunday Jan 31, 2027 - 10:30 am - 12:30 pm:  Greek School hosting coffee hour after church
• Saturday March 27, 2027 - 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm: Greek Independence Day Practice
• Sunday March 28, 2027 - 10:30 am - 12:30 pm:  Greek School hosting Coffee Hour after Liturgy
• Sunday March 28, 2027 - 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm:  Greek Independence Day Celebration
• Thursday April 1, 2027 - NO CLASS - Ann Arbor Public school Spring Break
• Thursday April 29, 2027 - NO CLASS – Orthodox Holy Thursday
• Saturday May 15, 2027 5:00 - 10:00 pm- Greek School Glenti (Dinner/Dance Fundraising for Greek school)
• Thursday May 27, 2027 - Last Day of Greek School Class
• Sunday May 30, 2027 -  10:30 am - 12:30 pm:  Greek School Graduation
• Sunday May 30, 2027 -  10:30 am - 12:30 pm: Greek School hosting Coffee Hour after Liturgy
• Saturday June 05, 2027 (Subject to Change) - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm:  Greek School Field Day Trip at TBD

Greek Dance
If you would like to sign up for youth Greek school dance classes please contact
​Ms. Athina Res at [email protected] or Mrs. Cleo Mihalopoulos at [email protected]

​Contact Us
For any questions on the Greek school program, class structure, enrollment, tuition, available classes or if you would to help out with substitute teaching or teaching a new Greek language class, please reach out to Mr. Antony Mihalopoulos at [email protected].