Over 60 students and teachers were the recipients of Excellence Awards for their contribution in the ongoing education of Greek language history and culture.
At a ceremony held by the Association of Greek-Australians Educators NSW-ACT-QLD, last Sunday, in Sydney, the students and teachers were honoured for their achievements in the 2012 academic year.
In attendance, the Greek Ambassador to Australia, His Excellency Haralmbos Dafaranos, stressed the importance of studying the language and culture of Greece. In his address, the President of the Association of Greek-Australians Teachers, Dr. Panayiotis Diamandis, payed homaage to those who helped build the schools and programs that make it possible to study Greek and go forth with the next generation.
Also, Prime Minister Julia Gillard and the Leader of the Opposition, Tony Abbott, has messages for the high achievers.
Ms Gillard wrote: “Education is a vital part of our lives. Through language courses, students of all ages have the opportunity to develop their aspirations for their future, to explore other cultures and other perspectives and enrich our society. “
