The Schools of the Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM), remaining committed to providing meaningful and creative learning experiences, once again delivered their established holiday program during the school break.
As this year’s holidays coincided with Holy Week and Orthodox Easter, the program was dedicated to the most significant celebration of Orthodoxy, highlighting the richness of the traditions and customs associated with it.
The program took place on Tuesday, 7 April 2026 at Huntingdale and Wednesday, 8 April 2026 at Balwyn, in a warm, festive, and creative environment.
As part of the program, students had the opportunity to explore the meaning of Holy Week through engaging and hands-on educational activities. Through storytelling and discussion, they journeyed through the events from Lazarus Saturday and Palm Sunday through to the Resurrection, discovering the customs and traditions connected to each day.
The program also included a wide range of creative activities, such as decorating Easter candles (lambades), cards, and decorative eggs, as well as a special group craft project centred on Holy Week. The experience was enriched with movement-based games, traditional dances, and group activities, promoting collaboration, creativity, and enjoyment.
A highlight of the program was the sharing of the Resurrection message, with children enthusiastically chanting “Christ is Risen.”
Through this experiential approach, students strengthened their connection to the Greek language, Orthodox tradition, and cultural heritage, combining learning with creativity and play.
The Schools of the Greek Community of Melbourne continue to offer high-quality educational programs that bring children closer to Greek values, traditions, and identity.
