Plato Academy Tarpon Springs Holiday Show Brings Cultures Together

Plato Academy Tarpon Springs Celebrates the Holidays with a Multicultural Twist

On Friday, December 13, 2024, Plato Academy Tarpon Springs students put on a spectacular holiday show, uniting cultures and spreading festive cheer through music and song. Families, staff, and community members gathered to enjoy performances that celebrated traditions from around the world.

Here’s a look at the program that highlighted the talents and creativity of each grade:

• Kindergarten: Hawaiian-inspired “Jingle Bells” and the Greek song “Η Κοιλίτσα του Αϊ Βασίλη”.
• 1st Grade: Hispanic classic “Feliz Navidad” and the Greek festive song “Χρόνια Πολλά” .
• 2nd Grade: A fun Jamaican rendition of “Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer”.
• 3rd Grade: Japanese version of “Sleigh Ride”.
• 4th & 5th Grades: African-themed performance of “Deck the Halls”.
• Combined 2nd-5th Grades: The show concluded beautifully with the Greek carols “Ως τα Χριστούγεννα” and “Χριστούγεννα”.

Each performance was filled with energy, joy, and a celebration of diversity, reminding us that music and the holidays bring people together in a meaningful way.

The holiday show not only showcased the incredible hard work of students and staff but also honored the rich traditions of various cultures, fostering pride in both heritage and creativity.

 Thank you to Mr. Alfonso, kyrios Fotios, kyria Vasiliki, Mrs. Bonasoro and the school community for an amazing Holiday Show!!