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PO Box 23575 CY-1684 Nicosia Cyprus, Telephone : +357-22799300 Fax : +357-22799301

email : [email protected] website : www.englishschool.ac.cy

Extra-Curricular Activities

2016-2017

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Contents 1. Animal Awareness Club ............................................................................................................................... 6

2. Art –Open Studio Workshops ...................................................................................................................... 6

3. The English School Astronomy Club ............................................................................................................ 7

4. Biology AS & A2 Revision Classes ................................................................................................................ 7

5. AS/A Level Statistics for Biology Students ................................................................................................... 7

6. Blood Donation ............................................................................................................................................ 8

7. Business and Economics Society ................................................................................................................. 8

8. Chemistry IGCSE/AS/A2 support classes ..................................................................................................... 9

9. Chess Club .................................................................................................................................................. 10

10. Classical Greek Students’ participation in the Seminar for the teaching of the Ancient Greek language

and civilization - International Seminar ........................................................................................................... 10

11. Classical Greek Drop in Club .................................................................................................................. 10

12. Creative Writing (Greek) ....................................................................................................................... 11

13. Current Affairs and Law Society ............................................................................................................ 11

14. Debating Society (Junior) ....................................................................................................................... 11

15. Debating Society (Senior) ...................................................................................................................... 12

16. Design and Technology Open Workshop .............................................................................................. 12

17. D&T Club ................................................................................................................................................ 12

18. DSA-MUN Conference in Athens ........................................................................................................... 13

19. Junior Drama Club ................................................................................................................................. 13

20. Drop by Drop Club ................................................................................................................................. 13

21. Erasmus+ club ........................................................................................................................................ 14

22. English Play ............................................................................................................................................ 14

23. Europa Donna Cub ................................................................................................................................. 15

24. European Youth Parliament (EYP) ......................................................................................................... 15

25. Global Young Leaders Conference ........................................................................................................ 16

26. Girls not Brides ...................................................................................................................................... 16

27. Greek Section of the School Library ...................................................................................................... 16

28. Greek Debate Club................................................................................................................................. 16

29. Healthy Eating, Cookery Lessons .......................................................................................................... 17

30. Improving AS French Oral Skills ............................................................................................................. 17

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31. French Debate Club ............................................................................................................................... 17

32. First Aid ................................................................................................................................................. 18

33. Junior Achievement .............................................................................................................................. 18

34. London International Youth Science Forum .......................................................................................... 18

35. Junior Maths Drop-In Club (Years 1&2) ................................................................................................. 19

36. IGCSE Maths Drop-In Club (Years 3&4) ................................................................................................. 19

37. Maths Cafe ............................................................................................................................................. 19

38. Mathematical Olympiad ........................................................................................................................ 20

39. Mathematical Relay ............................................................................................................................... 20

40. Maths Club ............................................................................................................................................. 20

41. Euromath Conference ........................................................................................................................... 20

42. Maths Support Lessons ......................................................................................................................... 21

43. Mathematical Olympiad ........................................................................................................................ 21

44. Maths Trip ............................................................................................................................................. 21

45. Mathematics District and Pancyprian Competitions organized by CMS ............................................... 21

46. Medicine Club ........................................................................................................................................ 22

47. MEDIMUN .............................................................................................................................................. 22

48. Medinews newspaper for MEDI.M.U.N ................................................................................................ 23

49. BMAT and Medical School Interview Coaching Club ............................................................................. 23

................................................................................................................................................................... 23

50. Modern Greek Literature Club .............................................................................................................. 24

51. Music Department Activities ................................................................................................................. 24

The Choir: ...................................................................................................................................................... 24

The English School Senior Choir ................................................................................................................ 24

The English School Junior Choir ................................................................................................................. 25

Talent Night ................................................................................................................................................... 25

Instrumental Scholarships ............................................................................................................................. 25

Orchestra ....................................................................................................................................................... 26

Small Ensembles ............................................................................................................................................ 26

The Wind Band .............................................................................................................................................. 26

52. Spanish Trips ......................................................................................................................................... 26

53. PASYKAF ................................................................................................................................................ 27

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54. Photography Club ................................................................................................................................. 29

55. Radio Club .............................................................................................................................................. 29

56. Red Cross Society ................................................................................................................................... 29

57. Safe Internet Club-juniors ..................................................................................................................... 30

58. Science and Discovery Society ............................................................................................................... 30

59. The ES Scuba Diving Club (Sub-aqua Club) ............................................................................................ 30

60. The Turkish Drop in Club ....................................................................................................................... 31

61. Student Voice and Student Councils ..................................................................................................... 31

62. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award ...................................................................................... 32

63. The Hague International Model United Nations (THIMUN) .................................................................. 33

64. Technology/Robotics Club .................................................................................................................... 33

65. We care We help ................................................................................................................................... 33

66. PE Department activities ...................................................................................................................... 34

67. School Hockey Teams ........................................................................................................................... 35

Senior Boys (Years 4-7) .................................................................................................................................. 35

Junior Boys (Years 1-3) .................................................................................................................................. 35

68. School Football Teams ........................................................................................................................... 35

Senior Boys Football (Years 4-7) ................................................................................................................... 35

Junior Boys (Years 1-3) ................................................................................................................................. 36

Junior Girls (Years 1-3) .................................................................................................................................. 36

69. School Athletics & Cross-Country Teams ............................................................................................. 36

School Athletics & Cross-Country Teams ...................................................................................................... 36

Senior Boys Athletics & Cross-Country (Years 4-6) .................................................................................. 36

Junior Boys Athletics & Cross-Country (Years 1-3) .................................................................................. 36

Senior Girls Athletics & Cross-Country (Years 4-6) .................................................................................. 36

Junior Girls Athletics & Cross-Country (Years 1-3)................................................................................... 37

70. School Basketball Teams ...................................................................................................................... 38

Junior Boys (Years 1-3) .................................................................................................................................. 38

Junior Girls (Years 1-3) ................................................................................................................................... 38

Senior Boys (Years 4-7) .................................................................................................................................. 38

Senior Girls (Years 4-7) .................................................................................................................................. 38

71. School Parade Team (Priority given to older students) ........................................................................ 38

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72. School Volleyball Teams ........................................................................................................................ 39

73. Sports Day Choreography ...................................................................................................................... 39

74. Futsal Tournament ................................................................................................................................ 39

75. Tennis Club (Years 1-7) ......................................................................................................................... 40

76. Boys Handball ........................................................................................................................................ 40

77. Table-Tennis Club .................................................................................................................................. 40

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1. Animal Awareness Club Years: 1-3 Venue: Lloyds-Year 1 Pastoral Centre Time/frequency: Flexible (based on the Shelter’s needs) Animal Awareness Club raises respect and care for animals. It involves fund raising activities and practical help towards stray animals, help for adoption and a series of neuter treatments. Teachers in Charge: Ms. Maro Polydorou, Ms. Zoe Eliades

2. Art –Open Studio Workshops Years: All years Venue: Art Centre Time/ Frequency: Monday for All starting 13:30, Wednesday Week A for Seniors at 13:20 The Art club is a meeting place for all students wishing to enrich and strengthen their artistic and creative accomplishments. An abundance of materials is made available, for students to experiment and learn new techniques. Some activities include: Printing, Sculpture, computer aided tasks, wall painting, ceramics, tie and dye, working on scenery and props for school plays and musicals. Open Studios A time allocated for exam students to work in the art studio to continue with course work. This usually begins in February when the external exam paper has been received Teachers in Charge: Ms. Carol Syrimis and Mr. Antonis Stephanou

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3. The English School Astronomy Club Years: All Venue: SB11 Time/ Frequency: The clubs holds weekly meetings during break to plan Tuesdays The English School Astronomy Club provides interesting activities and education in astronomy and related space sciences. We hold weekly

meetings during break to plan events such as viewing sessions with the Cyprus Amateur Astronomy Group, lectures, trips and whole school events. We also discuss the universe, learn about telescopes, and enter competitions run by ESA and NASA. Members also give presentations on various astronomical phenomena and space programs during these sessions. Teacher in Charge: Ms. Katie Demetriou

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. AS/A Level Statistics for Biology Students

Years: 6 – 7 Venue: see below Time/Frequency: see below Sessions will cover the Statistical component of the new Biology A Specification and will include standard

deviation and confidence limits, the Student’s t-test, Spearman’s Rank Correlation Coefficient and the Chi-

squared test. Students will learn how to set up null and alternative hypothesis and how to carry out the

appropriate tests. Note that these sessions are mandatory for all AS biology students. Preliminary Day and

Time:

TEACHER PRELIMINARY DAY VENUE

APA WEDNESDAY ( 1.15- 2.15) when there is no meeting SB8

CPN FRIDAY (2-3 pm) SB10

MKO WEDNESDAY (2-3pm) SB7

Teacher in Charge: Ms. Andri Parikian, Ms. Catherine Panayiotou and Ms. Maria Koutsoudi

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6. Blood Donation Location: Hall/Lecture Theatre Time/ Frequency: Irregular Blood Donation has been a traditional activity of the English School. For many years our students have been

participating in this programme with great enthusiasm, 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 English.

b) The actual event of Blood Donation takes place in the School, usually in the 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 including surgeries-To be announced by the Department 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.

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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. 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, Ms. Zoe Eliades, Ms. Maria Criticos

8. Chemistry IGCSE/AS/A2 support classes

Years: 4, 5 6 & 7 Venue: SB1-SB4 Time/Frequency: On a weekly basis on rotation. Once the finalised school calendar is out we will provide the rota schedule (13:45-14:45)

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 The list will be updated for Year 4 after Christmas holidays. Teachers in Charge: Dr. Vart Alteparmakian, Mr. Chris Brown, Dr. Sanjay Hurhangee, Mr. George Papageorgiou, Dr. Sophia Michaelides and Ms. A. Christou

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9. Chess Club Years: All years Venue: SB 12 Time/ Frequency: Wednesdays 14:00-15:00 The English School chess club gives students an opportunity to play games of chess in a friendly environment. Students of all levels are welcome to come, even those who don’t know the game and help will be provided if needed. Teachers in Charge: Mr. Christos Symeonides

10. Classical Greek Students’ participation in the Seminar for the teaching of

the Ancient Greek language and civilization - International Seminar Years: 3 – 7 Venue: Pedagogical Institute Frequency: Depending on the date of the Seminar - Intensive two months before the presentation. The Classical Greek students, preferably of Year 7 (or Year 6) make a presentation at the Seminar for the teaching of the Ancient Greek language and civilisation before university scholars and high school teachers which is later published in the minutes of the Seminar, an edition prepared by the Paedagogical Institute. Thus, the English School students display their work and high standard of Classical Greek all over Cyprus, Greece and sometimes to scholars from around the world. Teacher in charge: Ms. Efie Demosthenous

11. Classical Greek Drop in Club Years: 3-7 Venue: M06 Frequency: Once a month on a Wednesday 13:20 (starting in October) Classical Greek students of Years 3-7, but mainly Y 5-7 students will be attending in order to ask questions on their syllabus and overcome certain difficulties if they have any. (I used to do this with many students, giving extra lessons to individuals or groups several times but now it will be on a steady basis, once a month on a Wednesday.

Teacher in charge: Ms. Efie Demosthenous

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12. Creative Writing (Greek) Years: 1-3 Venue: Room 6 Time/ Frequency: Every Monday, 13.50 – 14.50 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 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 5 years ago and it runs its own blog spot “Grafouccino.” You can follow http://grafouccino.blogspot.com/ Teachers in Charge: Ms. Stavroula Lofiti, Ms. Evgenia Nikiforou and Ms. Andri Ioannou

13. Current Affairs and Law Society Years: 4-7 Venue: Room 15 Time/ Frequency: Once a month (afternoon or evening depending on event and guest speaker) The aim of the Society is to attract students from Years 4 to 7 who are eager to find out more and who want to enrich their knowledge about Law and Current Affairs. Students will have the chance to observe presentations and get involved in discussions with reputable lawyers, politicians and university professors. Teacher in Charge: Ms. Maria Stavrou

14. Debating Society (Junior) Years: 1-3 Venue: Lecture Theatre Time/ Frequency: Mondays week A 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 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 and Ms. Anna Melis

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15. 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 25 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, Hong Kong and Australia. The English School is a founder member of this competition and hosted in 1995, 2000 and 2005 with great success. This year the competition was held in Pittsburgh, USA and 8 students represented the English School, and Cyprus. Further details can be found at WIDPSC.org. Years 4 to 7 participate in competitions in Debating held over the Autumn and Spring Terms. Finals take place in February to determine which students will represent the school in international competition, next year in Sydney, Australia (April 7-13, 2017). Teachers in Charge: Mr. James Corkhill, Ms. Karen Mason-Corkhill

16. Design and Technology Open Workshop Years: 6-7 Times: Once a week – Thursday 1.30-2-15 p.m. Selected student’s work on their project work with individual discussion and demonstration in small groups. It provides the opportunity for specialized attention and discussion on topics which are of interest to the group. This may also involve the F1 in school’s project in which this year, we reached the international finals in Austin, Texas.

Teacher in charge: Mr. Stelios Theodosiou

17. D&T Club Years: 1-7 Venue: Room: 56 (D&T Centre) Times: Wednesdays 13:30 – 14:15 (subject to staff meeting schedules and other school events, dates may

vary). Workshop meeting schedule to be posted in the D&T room. Please ask your teacher for clarifications.

Experimentation with different materials and workshop processes to enable the completion of a successful

project outcome. Seasonal Crafts, Jewelry making, Engineering challenges, Set making.

Alternatively, all years can use this time to work on their D&T projects.

Teachers in Charge: Ms. Nicoletta Stavrides and Ms. Olia Antoniadou

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18. DSA-MUN Conference in Athens

Years:

Times: During Summer time

The DSA-MUN Conference (Deutsche Schule Athens Model United Nations Conference) along with 7

students which will be held from Thursday 22nd to Sunday 25th of October 2015 at Deutsche Schule Athens

(Germaniki Scholi Athinon) as a director. My responsibilities will be to chaperone the team of students,

complying at all times to our school's policy regarding school trips, train them in parliamentary procedures

and read and correct their delegates' resolutions.

Teacher in Charge: Ms. Andrie Constantinou

19. Junior Drama Club Years: 1-3 Venue: Hall Time/ Frequency: Every Monday 14:00-15:00 (1st meeting 19th September outside Lloyds) The drama club is open to all students with a view to preparing them for the option IGCSE drama Teachers in Charge: Ms. Athena Agrotou and Ms. Selma Karayalcin

20. Drop by Drop Club

Years: All Venue: Canteen Time/ Frequency: Twice a month-to be announce by the teacher in charge, Wednesday 13:40

Drop by drop..." (it implies that even a small donation can gradually make a difference in the lives of our

fellow humans in need).

Purpose: sell various products that students make one or two times a year in order to make money which

will be donated to certain organizations that will use it to buy equipment and other goods for the benefit of

disabled peopled e.g. blind people. The amount of money that was collected last year was spent on the

purchase of three wheel chairs by the Orthopedic and Disabled Association (North side).

Teacher in Charge: Mr. Panayiotis Thoma

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21. Erasmus+ club

Years: 3 Venue: 12 Time/ Frequency: Monday after school 14:00-14:45 and Tuesday 14:00-14:45 The Erasmus+ club is part of a major school project funded by the European Union programme which brings into partnership seven schools from the following countries: Norway, Finland, Germany, Poland, Spain, Portugal and Cyprus Activities designed for the project in collaboration with all the Erasmus+ partner school teachers are the objective of the club. At the same time students are prepared to host partner school students during the Erasmus+ week which is hosted by the English School between the 26th and the 30th of September 2016. All E+ students travel to the partner countries within the Learning Mobilities and are hosted by the peers’ families in the respective countries. Exchange of digital competences, working together on projects, awareness of their European identity at work and Internet safety are the main objectives of the current Project. This is the fourth school partnership that we run at the English School and is a follow-up of the former Comenius projects which started in 2007 Teachers in Charge: Ms. Katia Solomidou, Mr. Kamil Kutoglu, Ms. Thekla Papastavrou, Carol Syrimis, Ms. Maro Polydorou

22. English Play

Years: 4-7 Venue: Hall Time/ Frequency: Saturday afternoon 15:00-17:00 or 17:00-19:00 The English Play is open to all students Years 2-7 who are interested in drama and acting. We have produced the following plays: “A View from the Bridge” by Arthur Miller, “An Inspector Calls” by J.B. Priestley, “The Wizard of Oz”, “Noughts and Crosses”, “Salem” and most recently “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”. Teacher in Charge: Ms. Shura Economou

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23. Europa Donna Cub

Years: All Venue: D&T room Time/ Frequency: Irregular meetings The Club promotes awareness of Breast Cancer and works together with Europa Donna Cyprus, in order to organise events, raise awareness and money. The current aim of the

organisation is to raise money to fund a purpose built centre dedicated to Breast Cancer. Organisers: Anastasia Constantinou, Xenia Kalatha, Ioanna Hadjigeorgiou, Anastasia Irene Hadjiantoniou, Antonia Partella (Year 6 students) Teacher in Charge: Ms. Nicoletta Stavrides, Ms. Olia Antoniadou

24. European Youth Parliament (EYP)

Years: 5 Venue: Room 11 or 12 Time/Frequency: Once or twice a week. Wednesday 13:30-14:30. Date and time will be announced to year 4 and year 5 every year as it may change according to events. “The European Youth Parliament (EYP), is a unique forum designed to actively engage young people in the molding of their future society. The EYP represents a non-partisan and independent educational project which is tailored entirely to the needs of the young European citizen. The EYP encourages independent thinking and socio-political initiative in young people and facilitates the learning of crucial social and professional skills. It is one of the largest European platforms for political debate, intercultural encounters, political educational work and the exchange of ideas among young people in Europe. The international umbrella organization of the EYP is the Heinz Schwarzkopf Foundation.” Teacher in Charge: Virginia Rengel-Kefala with the assistance of Ms. Antonia Christou together with EYP’s alumni’s/students/members from previous years, years 6 and 7

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25. Global Young Leaders Conference Teacher in Charge: Ms. Stavroulla Kapsou

26. Girls not Brides Years: Venue: 3 Time/Frequency: on a monthly basis The club aims to develop a Theory of Change to demonstrate

the range of approaches needed to address child marriage,

and crucially highlight that everyone has a role to play. Supporting young people to be agents of change can

be an effective and empowering process in and of itself.

Teacher in Charge: Ms. Niki Melanidou

27. Greek Section of the School Library Frequency: On irregular basis

Teacher in Charge: Ms. Efie Demosthenous

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

Time/Frequency: Tuesday Week A at 13:45-14:30.

For Year 6: Participation in the Pancyprian Debate Competition organised by the Ministry of Education 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: Mr. Panos Polyzogopoulos, Ms. Marilena Neocleous, Ms. Vivian Polyzogopoulou

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29. Healthy Eating, Cookery Lessons Years: Venue: To be announced Time/ Frequency: To be Advised-Only during the 1st Term Teacher in Charge: Ms. Maro Polydorou

30. Improving AS French Oral Skills Years: 6 Venue: Room 11/12 Time/ Frequency: Thursday/Friday 1.40-2.30

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. Loukia Efthymiou

31. French Debate Club

Years: 7 Venue: Room 12 Time/ Frequency: Thursdays 13:50-14:50 as from October Controversial issues compatible with the A2 syllabus for French completing the work done in class will be the objective of these meetings. Techniques for debating in French and world issues are explored during these extracurricular sessions. Teacher in Charge: Ms. Katia Solomidou

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32. 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 lifesaving 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. Maria Christodoulou

33. Junior Achievement Teacher in Charge: Ms. Xenios Polydorou

34. London International Youth Science Forum Years: 6 Venue: Science Building (To be advised) Time/ Frequency: To be advised

LIYSF is a two-week residential event in London which attracts over 500 of the world’s leading young scientists aged 17-21 years old from more than 65 participating countries. The modern world still presents new challenges and the scientific advancements continue to increase. How science moves forward in the future with the thinkers of today and the questions to be asked comes from those attending LIYSF. 6th Form students studying at least one Science subject can apply to participate in LIYSF. Four students are selected by the school on the basis of academic excellence as our official representatives. The rest of the students, depending on academic performance, can participate as independent participants.

Teacher in Charge: Ms. Xenia Louca

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35. Junior Maths Drop-In Club (Years 1&2) Venue: Room 22 Time/Frequency: Weekly (to be announced) Mathematics teachers are available to assist pupils in Years 1 and 2 with any difficulties they may face with homework or new concepts introduced in their Math lessons.

Teachers in Charge: All members of the maths department

36. IGCSE Maths Drop-In Club (Years 3&4) Venue: Room 22 Time/Frequency: Weekly every Wednesday 13:30 - 14:30 Year 3 and 4 students can drop in on a weekly basis to receive additional support and reinforcement.

Teachers in Charge: Ms. Elena Ignatiou, Ms. Maria Vaki, Ms. Myrto Hassapopoulou, Mr. George Papamichael, Mr. Charis Sisou, Mr. George Zannoupas, Ms. Katerina Papastavrou.

37. Maths Cafe Years: 4-7 Venue: Room 26 Time/frequency: On a daily basis in May and June Maths Cafe will run during the external examination session in May and June, starting from 5th Year study leave up to the last math exam. The Math department will use room 26, daily from 9 until 12, were students will be able to come and spend time on revision/ solving past papers. Maths teachers will be available to help, mostly by explaining the solutions of questions from past papers.

Coordinator of Maths Café: Ms. Stavroulla Neokleous

Teachers involved: All members of the maths department

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38. Mathematical Olympiad 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 Neokleous, Ms. Maria Vaki

39. Mathematical Relay Time/frequency: Tuesday 14:00-15:00

Room: 22

This club will run from September until the competition date (usually end of January). The Mathematics

teachers involved will select the team of students who will attend the relay based on pre-set criteria. Once the team is selected, they will meet weekly to 'train' for the competition with their coaches.

Teachers in Charge: Ms. Maria Perikleous and Ms. Katerina Papastavrou

40. Maths Club Years: 1 – 2 Venue: Room 26 (Maths Room) Time/ Frequency: Monday (week A) from 1.45 p.m. till 2.45 p.m The club is directed towards students of Years 1 & 2. Activities include solving challenging maths questions, games and discussing various issues related to Maths. Teachers in Charge: Mr. Eleftherios Neoptolemou, Ms. Stavroulla Ambiza

41. Euromath Conference Time/frequency: as notified

Students interested in participating in the Euromath Conference will meet with Mr Sisou on a regular basis. The teacher will supervise and provide input to the students as they prepare their abstract and presentation for

the conference. The teacher involved will accompany the students.

Teachers in Charge: Mr. Charis Sisou

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42. Maths Support Lessons Year: 7

Venue: as notified Time/frequency: as notified

Maths support lessons will be given to Form 7 students (Normal and Intensive Courses) throughout the year on

Modules C3, C4, FP1, FP2. Dates and times to be arranged with students

Teacher in Charge: Mr. George Hadjigeorgiou

43. 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

44. Maths Trip Teacher in Charge: Ms. Maryenda Stefanou

45. Mathematics District and Pancyprian Competitions organized by CMS Inform students when the relevant exams are taking place and support them with questions from past papers / arrange from the publication of results for students of our school Teacher in Charge: Ms. Stavroulla Neocleous

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46. Medicine Club Years: 4-7 Venue: to be announced Time/ Frequency: Friday 13:45-14:45 Each week 3 students will be assigned a specific topic related to medicine which they will have to research with our assistance through medical and scientific journals, websites and books like “bbc health”, “new scientist” etc. and present their findings to the rest of the club the following week. The presentations will have no competitive nature at all and will have the purpose of boosting the confidence and communication skills of the students while keeping all students involved, up to date with the continuous advances in the scientific world. Also, as an extension, we think it would be really helpful for students to have some lectures and discussions with actual doctors during some of the sessions and we know a general surgeon who would be willing to help. The skills honed in this class will prove to be invaluable tools in future interviews at medical schools. Teacher in Charge: Ms. Xenia Louca

47. MEDIMUN Years: 4-7 Venue: Room 14 Time/ Frequency: Meetings every Thursday 13:40-15:00 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 organizational 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 organizing teachers:

Teachers in Charge: Mr. James Lodge, Ms. Christina Papadopoulos, Ms. Alexandra Souroullas (MEDINEWS),

Mr. Nick Nicandrou and Ms. Sylvana Jamgochian

48. Medinews newspaper for MEDI.M.U.N Years: 4-7 Venue: Room 13 Time/ Frequency: Thursdays- meetings will be arranged depending on deadlines 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

49. BMAT and Medical School Interview Coaching Club

Venue: SB9 Time/ Frequency: Wednesday 13:30-14:30 BMAT coaching entails: Biology subject and writing task Medical school interview coaching entails: General verbal skills, biological and NHS knowledge, ethical issues and mock interview such as the traditional, panel and support particularly for MMI type interview. Small group and individual coaching is provided.

Teacher in Charge: Ms. Monica Perez

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50. Modern Greek Literature Club

Years: All Time/Frequency: Once a month

Venue: Room 20

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

51. 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. We have taken part in competitions at home and abroad as well as performed full scale musicals.

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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 are planning a Christmas musical and participation in the joint venture “Musical Vibes” with European University and other schools. Participation in the choir can be a deeply rewarding experience.

Talent Night An annual event – taking place in late November. 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 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. All new students in form 1 will attend a demonstration by the instrumental teachers on Friday 12th September and will be given information about auditions. Please see Ms. Anne-Marie Tellalis for details

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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, taking part in the Young Prague Festival in 2011 and playing in Ministry events. 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. Leoni Hadjithoma 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. Anne-Marie Tellalis

The Wind Band Venue: Hall Time/Frequency: Wednesday 13:30-15:00 Teacher in Charge: Ms. Leonie Hadjithoma

52. Spanish Trips Years: year 4 and 5 (Also to A level according to the year) Time/Frequency: Once a year

Year 4: Combination of fun lessons and

tourism/cultural. (Spring Half term)

Year 5: Educational trip. (Summer, 1st week of

July)

Teacher in charge: Ms. Virginia Rengel-Kefalas

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53. PASYKAF

Year: 1-7

Venue: Science Building 2

Time/Frequency: Irregular

The Cyprus Association of Cancer Patients and Friends (PASYKAF) is a voluntary, non-governmental health

association, registered charity (no. 525). PASYKAF is dedicated to fighting cancer through education and

awareness and improving the quality of life of cancer patients and their families through advocacy and service

which are offered free of charge. We are solely on charity for fund raising for this great cause.

Listed below are our services and support programmes which are available in all districts across free Cyprus:

Home Nursing Care

Psychological Support to patients and relatives

Physiotherapy

Lymphoedema Service

Day Care Centres where patients can participate in groups and activities which provide companionship, friendship and support.

Transport Service to patients living outside Nicosia and undergo treatment in oncology departments and centres in Nicosia. Our bus service is available in all districts.

Promoting Public Awareness through campaigns, workshops and presentations in order to enlighten and educate the public about prevention and early detection of cancer.

These are provided across Cyprus to more than 5000 cancer patients and to their families every year, by a

specialized team of health professionals and staff, consisting of 70 people.

Joining the PASYKAF Charity Society is a fantastic opportunity for young people to not only offer something

back to the community, but to also be challenged to develop their entrepreneurial skills, creative skills and

confidence.

PASYKAF club will run monthly at the school, at irregular dates. At these meetings, the students will be given

a variety of different tasks to carry out individually or in groups, in school or at the comfort of their own home,

thereby completing the necessary monthly hours required for DOE. They will be monitored by one of our

PASYKAF people and a liaison with the school. These tasks may vary in nature, giving the students the

opportunity to develop a number of skills and to take part in various different activities.

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They will be asked to assist in organizing, setting up and taking part in the various monthly charity events of

our organization, such as the autumn charity fun day at the Acropolis park, the Stasicratous Street Party, the

Christmas and Easter bazaars….

They may be asked to organize a “hot chocolate / lemonade and biscuits” break during school, for all their

fellow students to sponsor “Coffee with love” which runs all year round, by donating €2 each. Similarly, they

may be asked to organize a bake sale. This will involve finding and informing sponsors for the raw materials,

creating electronic flyers to inform their fellow students and the school via emails or the electronic boards and

finally, having their products on sale and convincing their friends to buy. In the same way, they may be asked

to promote the PASYKAF bracelets or promote ruffle or charity tickets amongst their fellow students. An

initiative may also be undertaken to collect second hand items by their fellow students in school for our

PASYKAF Charity Shops.

During our November and December Christmas Bazaars and our Easter Bazaars during March and April, we

will ask for their invaluable help, not only by assisting with the charity’s handmade Christmas decorations,

Easter candles and Easter eggs, but by also using their imagination in producing their own products, may it be

necklaces, bracelets and key-rings, cakes, biscuits and cup cakes, or even handmade decorations. They will

then be asked to set up their own stall, man it and sell their products.

One of the tasks students may be given could even be to put up a presentation-lecture to their peers or even

their own teachers and parents, on issues of prevention and early detection of cancer. This will involve their

own homework, (with our training and guidance as always), on what this charity is about and how we can help

ourselves with the prevention and early detection of cancer…… And this is where young imagination comes

in. Students will be challenged to find fun and exciting ways to do these presentations, so that they do not

lose their audience. May these be rap songs, a short theatre, a home produced video, or whatever else they

can surprise us with! This could be presented during the World Cancer Day (4/2), on the first week of February.

Throughout the year, we also arrange events such as Bingo nights, play days at playgrounds, theatre

performances and a number of cultural events, whereby students may take up the task to inform and convince

their friends and friend’s families to attend.

They may also be asked to update our contact lists, find new members and new sponsors, or analyze statistical

data, invaluable for our cause.

Alternatively, students may also come up with their own event, such as a theatrical performance with

collaboration with the school theatre club, a musical performance with collaboration with the school choir,

presentation and sale of their artwork, a Bingo event, a Backgammon competition, a school BBQ, a school

party, organizing an event during No-Uniform Day, or whatever else they may think of!

Come and join us for fun and creative volunteer work!

Person in Charge: Ms. Virginia Bakarian

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54. Photography Club Year: Venue: TBA Time/Frequency: Irregular basis To give students the opportunity to get involved in the photography and video recording of all school events in and out of school throughout the year. Teacher in Charge: Ms. Maria Perikleous

55. Radio Club

Year: 1-7 Venue: Radio Club Shack Time/Frequency: Friday 14:00-15:15 Radio. This involves On-Air communication with people all over the world as well as contests and awards.

Many physics and electronic projects are also done by the students, such as antennas and transceivers. Most importantly however the Radio Club serves as a meeting place for its members all through the year. It is a trademark of the school and forms part of the school's glorious history! For its members 5B4ES means pure fun and provides for us a most unique experience.

Teacher in Charge: Ms. Katie Demetriou

56. 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 Headquarters on a weekly basis.

Teachers in Charge: Ms. Emily Protopapa and Ms. R. Stavrou

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57. Safe Internet Club-juniors Years: Year 1-2 Time/Frequency: Flexible Venue: Pastoral office Teacher in Charge: Ms. Maro Polydorou

58. Science and Discovery Society Years: All Year Groups Venue: Science Block, Room 15 Time/Frequency: Every Tuesday Week A 13:45-14:30

This will be the sixth year that this activity is running and it has proved to be a great success. Students are involved in practical based science activities. They work together with the Physics teachers and through group work, discussions, videos and presentations they 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: Ms. Maria Christodoulou, Mr. Charalambos Aristidou, Ms. Maria Pieri, Ms. Despina Lagos

59. The ES Scuba Diving Club (Sub-aqua Club) Years: All Year Groups Venue: Room 12 Time/Frequency: Thursdays 13:30 to 15:00

The English School Scuba Diving Club offers Open water Certification, Advanced Adventurer Certification and all others Scuba Diving and Free Diving Certifications. It is proposed to offer Scuba Diving as an after school activity. The sessions are taken by an outside organization. The sessions are open to pupils in year 1 and above, juniors and seniors. The aim of the club gives pupils a safe and fun introduction to Scuba diving, to get open water and advanced certifications, to

encourage safe diving practices and to educate pupils about an exciting underwater world unseen by most people. The club would be a chance for pupils to get involved in scuba diving as an activity with theory lessons, confined water training and open water dives. Pupils attending their first session will need to get the Open Water Scuba Diver liability release and medical questionnaire signed by a parent or guardian prior to the

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session. Participants will be supplied a crew pack which includes a manual, a logbook (if they do not have one) and all necessary paperwork. Session by session we will teach participants both the practical skills vital for safe scuba diving and the theory needed to gain expertise in the sport. Experienced divers: Pupils already holding a Scuba Diving qualification would be welcome to join in. They could practice their skills with an instructor, and broaden their knowledge of diving by being introduced to more skills each session. Sub-aqua Club "The English School Scuba Diving Club " A Frequently Asked Questions document is available for more information. Scuba Diving Coordinator: Virginia Rengel-Kefala (Modern Languages Department) and Ms Katie Demetriou (Physics Department)

60. The Turkish Drop in Club Years: 3-7 Venue: Room 19 Time/Frequency: Every Wednesday from 2.00-3.00 p.m. (beginning on 1st October)

Students are free to drop in during this time to obtain help and support with their Turkish IGCSE/GCSE/ AS

and A2 exams.

Teacher in Charge: Mr. U. Uzuner

61. 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)

The Middle School Advisory Council (All Form Representatives from Years 4-5)

The Upper School Advisory Council (All Form Representatives from Years 6 -7)

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.

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Meetings of Advisory Councils Advisory Council Day and Time of Meeting Venue Convener

Lower School Friday 1st Break Lloyds 41 Andrie Constantinou

Middle School Monday or Tuesday 2nd Break Room 17 Zoe Eliadou

Upper School Tuesday 2nd Break

Geography Room Evgenia Nikiforou and Areti Hadjigeorgiou

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

62. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award Years: 3-7

The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award Scheme is

a programme of self-development that is available to

young people internationally. It has specific

requirements at the Bronze, Silver and Gold Levels and it

is up to the individual to take up the challenge, develop themselves and try to achieve the Awards. It is hard

work and a lot of fun at the same time. The Award provides opportunities for young people to get to know

others better. Award participants are able to develop their self-confidence, independence, interpersonal

skills and the ability to develop a plan to make it happen.

For more information please visit: http://www.englishschool.ac.cy/dofe_international_award

Form Administration Manager Ms. Elena Michaelides’ groups can meet on Thursday 13:45-14:30 in SB17

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In charge: Mr. Alexis Sofianos

63. The Hague International Model United Nations (THIMUN) Years: 4, 5, 6, 7 Venue: History Room No. 15 Time/ Frequency: Thursday 14:00-15:00 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

64. Technology/Robotics Club Years: All Venue: Computer lab-will be announced Time/ Frequency: Tuesday 15:30-16:30 (starting 6th October) Teacher in Charge: Mr. X. Polydorou

65. We care We help Venue: 1 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.

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Teachers in Charge: Ms Andrie Constantinou, Ms Niki Melanidou, Dr. Eva Polyviou

66. PE Department activities

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Weekly Afternoon Activities Schedule

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67. School Hockey Teams

Senior Boys (Years 4-7) Venue: Hockey pitch

Time/frequency: Mondays 15:30 – 16.30 pm

Teacher in Charge: Xenios Polydorou

Junior Boys (Years 1-3) Venue: Hockey Pitch

Time/frequency: Thursdays 15.30 – 16.30 pm

Teacher in Charge: Xenios Polydorou

68. School Football Teams

Senior Boys Football (Years 4-7) Venue: Main Football Ground

Time/frequency: Wednesdays 13:30-14:30 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. This year, an effort will be made for a futsal tournament to be organised in collaboration

with our 7th formers to provide more competitive opportunities for our players. The team will also

participate in the Nicosia Private Schools Futsal Tournament, which will be hosted at the English School

pitches, as well as the Ministry of Education Futsal Tournament.

Teacher in Charge: Mr. Yiannos Papaioannou

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Junior Boys (Years 1-3) Venue: Futsal Pitches

Time/frequency: Wednesday 13.30 – 15.00 pm

Teacher in Charge: Xenios Polydorou

Junior Girls (Years 1-3) Venue: Futsal Pitches

Time/frequency: Friday 15.30 – 16:30 pm

Teacher in Charge: Xenios Polydorou

69. School Athletics & Cross-Country Teams

School Athletics & Cross-Country Teams

Senior Boys Athletics & Cross-Country (Years 4-6)

Venue: Athletics Field and Track Time/Frequency: Monday 13:30 pm – 14:30 pm.

The team normally participates in the Nicosia and Pancyprian Schools athletics competitions and individual

athletes who qualify can participate in the PanHellenic Schools Athletics.

Teacher in charge: Mr. Andreas Ioannou

Junior Boys Athletics & Cross-Country (Years 1-3)

Venue: Athletics Field and Track Time/Frequency: Wednesdays in 2nd term (13:30-14:30) with additional sessions during the competitive season The team participates in the Nicosia and Pancyprian Schools athletics competitions and individual athletes

who qualify can participate in the Panhellenic Schools Athletics. The team will also take part in the Nicosia

Private Schools Athletics Competition.

Teacher in charge: Mr. Yiannos Papaioannou

Senior Girls Athletics & Cross-Country (Years 4-6)

Venue: Athletics field and track Time/frequency: Tuesday 13:40 pm – 14:10 pm. The team normally participates in the Nicosia and Pancyprian competitions.

Teacher in Charge: Mr. Andreas Ioannou

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Junior Girls Athletics & Cross-Country (Years 1-3)

Venue: Sports Centre Time/frequency: Tuesday-Friday 13.40-14:10 Teacher in Charge: Ms. Elena Chrysanthou

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70. School Basketball Teams

Junior Boys (Years 1-3) Venue: Sports Centre Time/frequency: Thursday 13.30 – 14.30 pm.

The team will participate in the Nicosia competition, in order to qualify for the

Pancyprian one.

Teacher in Charge: Mr. Andreas Ioannou

Junior Girls (Years 1-3) Venue: Sports Centre

Time/frequency: Tuesdays and Fridays 13.40 – 14.10 pm

Teacher in Charge: Ms. Rafaella Neocleous

Senior Boys (Years 4-7) Venue: Sports Centre Time/frequency: Wednesday 13.30 – 14.30 pm.

The team will participate in the Nicosia Schools Competition in order to qualify for the Pancyprian finals.

Teacher in Charge: Mr. Andreas Ioannou

Senior Girls (Years 4-7) Venue: Sports Centre Time/frequency: Wednesdays 13.30 – 14.30 pm

Teacher in Charge: Ms. Rafaella Neocleous

71. School Parade Team (Priority given to

older students)

Venue: Athletics Track

Time/frequency: Frequent practices by arrangement with

students in the weeks before the 28th October and 25th

March Parades

Teacher in Charge: Mr. Yiannos Papaioannou

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72. School Volleyball Teams

Years: Senior Boys (Years 4-7) Venue: Sports Centre Time/frequency: Mondays 15.30 – 16.30 pm Teacher in Charge: Mr. Paris Savva

Years: Junior Boys (Years 1-3) Venue: Sports Centre Time/frequency: Thursdays 15.30 – 16.30 pm Teacher in Charge: Mr. Paris Savva

Years: Junior Girls (Years 1-3) Venue: Sports Centre Time/frequency: Fridays 15.30 – 16.30 pm Teacher in Charge: Mr. Paris Savva

Years: Senior Girls (Years 4-7) Venue: Sports Centre

Time/frequency: Tuesdays 15.30 – 16.30 pm

Teacher in Charge: Mr. Paris Savva

73. Sports Day Choreography Years: Senior Girls Venue: Sports Centre Time/frequency: Wednesdays (Term 2) 13.30-14.30 Teacher in Charge: Ms. Elena Chrysanthou

74. Futsal Tournament Years: Senior Boys

Venue: Futsal Pitches

Time/frequency: Wednesdays 13.30-15.00

A Futsal Tournament for Senior Boys will be organised in collaboration with our 7th formers to provide more

competitive opportunities for our players. It will be open to non-school team boys as well as teachers.

Teacher in Charge: Mr. Yiannos Papaioannou

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75. Tennis Club (Years 1-7)

Venue: Tennis Courts

Time/frequency: Wednesdays 13:30-14.30

The Tennis Club will provide instruction and the

opportunity to play tennis, particularly to the junior

students of the School. In addition, higher level

coaching will be given to players representing the

school in tournaments.

Teacher in Charge: Ms. Alexandra Jacob

76. Boys Handball

Venue: Sports Centre Time/frequency: Fridays 13:40-14.10

An effort will be made to set up Junior and Senior Boys Handball Teams, which can participate in the

Ministry of Education Competition.

Teacher in Charge: Mr. Andreas Ioannou

77. Table-Tennis Club

Venue: Sports Centre Time/frequency: Wednesdays 13:30-14.30

The students will have the chance to practise on a weekly basis and represent the School in the Ministry of

Education Pancyprian Tournament.

Teacher in Charge: Mr. Marios Vyrides