September 20, 2024

Athens News

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Why schools will be closed on September 27


The country's kindergartens, primary, middle and high schools opened on September 11. But on Friday, September 27, There will be no classes in Greek schools in connection with “Panhellenic School Sports Day“(“Πανελλήνιας Ημέρας Σχολικού Αθλητισμού”).

What is the reason for the absence of classes? On this day, instead of classes, there will be sports activities and events, and students will learn a lot about sports. In the relevant circular, the Physical Education Department of the Ministry of Education, Religion and Sports, issued to all primary and secondary schools, states: “We train together. We give quality of life.“.

Therefore, on September 27, a series of sporting events will be held in Greek educational institutions, which may take place inside and/or outside the school premises during school hours. The event is being held in order to highlight the benefits and importance of activity, exercise and sport for health and improving quality of life.



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