Meet Mrs. Elly, our Head of Greek Language at Verita! With a degree in History and Archeology, a background in Primary Education, and a Master’s in Educational Management, Mrs. Elly has been guiding students for 17 years, five of them right here with us! At Verita, we believe the Greek language is a bridge to heritage, culture, and community. That’s why from day one, every student is placed in the path that fits them best… whether they’re learning Greek as a foreign language or strengthening it as native speakers. Mrs. Elly and her team make sure that every child not only learns to read and write, but also dives into the beauty of Greek traditions, history, and mythology in a weekly cultural adventure that brings the language to life. The Greek language program is about building confident communicators who feel at home in a language that’s woven into the heart of their everyday lives. And that’s the Verita difference: honoring the Greek language with the dedication it deserves, and guided by passionate educators like Mrs. Elly, who’s been doing this with heart for nearly two decades. 🇬🇷

A soon to be award winning author at Verita? Honestly, we’re not surprised😏 Storytime hits different when the person reading it wrote the book themselves. It was a genuine joy watching our learners listen to Mrs Maria share her very own story in one of our classrooms. A proud moment for her, and an inspiring one for the students. The heart behind her book comes from her work with a child who struggled with patience. She wanted to create something that helps children slow down, navigate big emotions, and see waiting as a moment with value rather than frustration. A gentle guide to bring more calm, curiosity, and confidence into everyday challenges. For our learners, seeing a teacher turn a meaningful idea into a real book shows them what creativity can become when you trust it. And for us, it’s another reminder of the kind of learning community we’re building at Verita.

If you ever wanted proof that young minds are powerful, our Brain Exit Point made it impossible to forget… which is fitting, considering students spent weeks learning exactly how memory works. Parents were invited into a full showcase of learning where our students took the lead. They explained how different parts of the brain control everything from movement and balance to emotions, decision-making, and problem-solving. They showed how neurons fire and communicate, how habits form, why sleep and nutrition matter, and even how the brain protects us when we feel overwhelmed. And they didn’t just tell us. They demonstrated it through hands-on activities, creative projects, quizzes, models, and songs that made the science feel alive. Events like this are essential. They let parents step inside the learning process, see the depth of understanding behind the fun, and understand exactly what their children are building: real scientific literacy, real confidence, and real-world knowledge that sticks — literally lighting up new neural pathways as they share it. A perfect example of how curiosity, creativity, and education work together at Verita.

Becoming Verita 2.0 does not mean changing who we are. It means strengthening what we already stand for. Our ethos remains the same. What’s evolving is the clarity, consistency, and academic structure that support meaningful learning every single day. With the experience that Chris Greulich, Tim Springham, Damian Ward, and Mason McCormick bring, we’re refining our systems, deepening our understanding of our learners, and elevating the way our school grows. Together, we’re looking at the points in a student’s journey where strong guidance matters most. Transitions between year levels, the shift into secondary, understanding post-secondary options, academic expectations, school culture — these are areas where thoughtful leadership makes a real difference, and the Council is helping us build the depth needed to support every learner with confidence. This next chapter is about alignment, not reinvention. It’s about amplifying the heart of Verita and ensuring our students step into each stage of their education with clarity and purpose. We’ll share more soon as this work continues. If you weren’t able to join us on Thursday, dont worry! The full recording will be available soon in the link in bio. Welcome to Verita 2.0!

Meet Mr Martin, our Geography and English teacher at Verita Secondary! Originally from Boston, he graduated with honours from both Boston University and University College Dublin (master’s degree). His favourite part of Verita? The diversity in his classrooms, with students from so many different countries, each adding something new to every discussion. When he’s not teaching, Martin enjoys writing (no surprise, considering his favourite book is 2666 by Roberto Bolaño). And if he wasn’t a teacher, he swears he’d either be a full-time writer or a wild firefighter… quite the combination! We’re glad he’s here with us, guiding our learners with curiosity, clarity, and a genuine love for what he does.

There’s something special about starting the morning with good coffee, homemade treats, and even better company. That’s exactly what our Early Years Coffee Mornings are all about. These gatherings invite Verita parents to slow down, share a moment together, and connect not just with one another, but with their children’s teachers too. Each parent is welcomed for a personal one-on-one chat with their child’s teacher, as well as other educators in the same grade, creating space for honest conversation, questions, and meaningful connection. It’s a simple idea that makes a big difference, building trust, communication, and the close-knit community that makes Verita feel like home. ☕️

Verita doesn’t grow by accident. It grows through strong leadership and the systems that support it. This Wednesday, join us as we introduce our new Academic Leadership Council; three internationally experienced educators helping guide the next phase of Verita’s academic journey. 🗓️ Nov 19th | 6:30–8:00 PM 📍 Verita Secondary Campus Marinou Antipa 4, Alimos 174 55, Greece We hope to see you there! 💙