Χαιρε!

I am a 6th grade Humanities and English teacher from Massachusetts and New Hampshire. I came to teaching in an unconventional way, after a BA in Anthropology and an MA in Archaeology.

My first experience with an interactive Greek day happened in the 7th grade, when our English teacher organized a day of dramatic myth performances, creative project presentations, and a pumpkin-slinging catapult. It was an experience that stuck with me because it was engaging, fun, and absolutely memorable.

When I started teaching in 2021, I wanted to bring a similar experience to my students and hosted my first Greek Day for my 5th, 6th, and 7th grade students at the end of the 2020/2021 school year. It was a hit! The year after, I hosted a Saturnalia and a Renaissance Faire with my middle school students, and last year I hosted a Colonial Muster. Of course, there were some bumps along the way, but I so appreciate my colleagues supporting my crazy ideas and running with them.

I hope you find this resource helpful and you have fun hosting your own Greek Day!

-Elizabeth