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Ancient Greek Theatre (AGT) students of Hellenic Classical Charter Schools in Brooklyn (Park Slope) and Staten Island in Greece!

By NEO Magazine on April 17, 2026

This year’s visit was especially historic for our school community. For the first time in our history, students from both campuses traveled together, bringing nearly 60 students, educators, and chaperones to Greece. As our Staten Island campus continues to grow, we proudly welcomed its first 7th grade class this year, making it possible for both schools to participate in this remarkable journey side by side.

One of the most meaningful moments of the trip was standing together at the Acropolis of Athens, where our students experienced the birthplace of democracy, philosophy, and theatre. For our community—dedicated to the study of classical Greek civilization—this was truly a historic and emotional moment. Sharing this experience together during Park Slope’s 20th anniversary year made it even more special for our HCCS family.

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During their time in Greece, students explored some of the most important landmarks of ancient Hellenic civilization, including the Acropolis and Parthenon, the Theatre of Dionysus, Ancient Mycenae, the Isthmus of Corinth, and the ancient theatre of Epidaurus. Walking the same paths as the ancient Greeks allowed our students to deepen their appreciation for the history, philosophy, and dramatic traditions they study throughout the year.

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This experience is part of our schools’ Ancient Greek Theatre program, where students study and perform classical tragedies as a living connection to the legacy of Greek drama.

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This spring our students will present:

Euripides’ Bacchae – HCCS Staten Island on May 20, 2026
Sophocles’ Elektra – HCCS Park Slope on May 21, 2026

We are incredibly proud of our students and look forward with great excitement to these performances, which celebrate the timeless power of ancient Greek theatre and its enduring influence on education and culture.

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It is always a great honor to share these moments with the Greek-American community, whose heritage and traditions continue to inspire the mission of Hellenic Classical Charter Schools.

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