What do we celebrate on March 25th? March 25th is celebrated as Greek Independence Day. This day commemorates the start of the Greek War of Independence in 1821, which ultimately led to Greece gaining independence from the Ottoman Empire since the fall of Constantinople in 1453. It is one of the most significant national holidays...Read More
On March 17, 2024, in Tarpon Springs, Florida, the streets were alive with celebration as the annual Greek Independence Day parade took over the lively “Greek village” at the heart of the town. Along Dodecanese Boulevard, which sets the scene with its nod to the beautiful Aegean archipelago, the parade honored the town’s deep heritage,...Read More
Plato Academy Clearwater hosted the 2024 “Battle of the Books” competition where third-grade students from all campuses engaged in literary showdowns, delving into their knowledge of 15 books across two 10-round competitions. After a spirited morning battle, the victorious team faced off against challengers from the afternoon session. Each participant showcased remarkable dedication, proudly representing...Read More
The Greek language stands as a pillar of civilization, leaving an indelible mark on science, and culture through its rich history and enduring influence. It is celebrated every year on February 9, a date known as “International Greek Language Day”. The Greek language holds a special significance as one of the oldest documented languages in...Read More
Pinellas County Public Schools is hosting a special reading challenge designed to celebrate the contributions and history of Black Americans. Curated lists of age-appropriate myON titles are available. All students are encouraged to participate by reading as many books on myON as they can during the month of February. Time spent reading will be recorded...Read More
On a rainy Friday, January 12th, the 6th-grade students of Plato Academy Largo embarked on a captivating journey to Saint Augustine, the historic first city of America. Guided by their enthusiastic Social Studies Teacher, Miss Danielle Kendrick, along with the Greek Teacher, Mr. Yanni Giavaras, and three dedicated parents, the students delved into the rich...Read More
We extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us on the Plato Trolley Express for a magical evening filled with festive delights. The event which was organized by our fantastic PTO team was phenomenal. More than 100 cheerful members of Plato families gathered to partake in the joyous celebration, sipping on hot cocoa,...Read More
On Friday, November 16, 2023 a special ceremony took place at the Clearwater campus following an impressive Veterans & OXI commemoration performance: Students who succeeded in the “Ελληνομάθεια” (“Knowledge of Greek Language”) test this year where awarded their certificates surrounded by their teachers, friends and family members. Their smiles couldn’t hide their excitement for this...Read More
Plato Academy Largo, known for its dedication to excellence and community engagement, recently celebrated the triumph of its yearly food drive. The entire school, from students to teachers and families, joined forces to showcase the generous spirit of Plato Largo and the powerful impact of community involvement. Like every year, Plato Academy Largo hosts once...Read More
Dear Plato families, As we continue to grow as a school community, we are finding that we need to remind students and families of our cell phone policy. Plato policy manual (page.63). Plato Academy holds our students to high standards when it comes to academic focus and we appreciate the support of our Plato families...Read More
