| The Establishment and Operation of the Day School |
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The effort to establish the Day School began in mid-1964, according to the information given by the community magazine, "Metamorphosis." From May of the same year, the community general assembly authorized the opening of a savings account for the fulfillment of the aforementioned goal. In October 1965, a committee composed of all the past presidents of the community, still living, was formed to oversee the construction of the school building. On December 5, 1966 the contract for the construction of the school building was signed.
The ground-breaking ceremony took place on Christmas 1966, presided over by Metropolitan Germanos of Hierapolis, with politicians and a multitude of faithful in attendance. The cornerstone was put in place on Sunday, May 27, 1967, and the opening of the school building took place on Sunday, September 10, 1967. Classes commenced the next day, with 125 students attending, and Edward Stanley serving as the first principal.
The school numbered 186 students during the school year 2000-2001, with an experienced staff of 23 certified teachers, under the administration of the principal, Mrs. Helen Lydakis. The School of Transfiguration is a Greek-American parochial school, with classes starting from Pre-Kindergarten until Ninth grade. The innovative educational programs offered at the School of Transfiguration allow many graduates to enter into some of the most prestigious high schools in New York, such as Bronx Science, Townsend Harris, Stuvesant, Brooklyn Technical, and Saint Francis Prep.. 
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| The Classrooms and Activities of the School |
The School of Transfiguration has three floors and is made up of 10 classrooms, in addition to a computer room, a science lab, a gymnasium, and a lunchroom. There is also a playground, the principal's office, the teacher's lounge, the school office, the copier-machine room, eight bathrooms, and a parking lot.
Aside from the classes required by the New York State Department of Education, all the students attend Greek language and religion classes, regardless of nationality or denomination.
The students' activities for the school year include marching in the annual Greek Independence Day parade held on March 25, at Fifth Avenue, in New York City. They also attend classes in Greek folk dancing and music, and participate in sporting events, such as playing on the basketball and soccer teams. Furthermore, each year, the senior class goes on an educational trip to a European city. With the help of their teachers, the students put together shows and theatrical performances for Christmas, Easter, March 25th, October 28th, carnival, graduation, a talent show, and other special occasions. Upon invitation, the school choir and dance group participate in events organized throughout the Greek community.
Our students participate in various public welfare programs, such as an annual fund drive, where they give food to the needy and homeless. They are also involved in the program Big Brother, where the ninth-grade students "adopt" their younger classmates, aiding in their development and creating a healthy family atmosphere. Recently, in conjunction with the Education Office of the Holy Archdiocese of America, the school became interactive, connecting to the Internet to better familiarize students with the latest technology.
The students of the ninth grade participate in many State Regents Examinations. This allows them to complete their overall studies one year sooner, and as a result, obtain college level credits in high school. Therefore, when the students pass the aforementioned exams, they can finish their high school studies in three years, and take college credit classes during their fourth year. This allows them to graduate college earlier, and as a result, save money on college tuition. Our students are one year ahead of their peers from other junior high schools in the subjects of Math, Social Studies, and English.
|  |  | | Fr. Nikolaos reads the Gospel during the Divine Liturgy for the Feast Day of the Three Hierarchs, with children of the School of Transfiguration in attendance. (01/30/06) | Children of Transfiguration receive communion during the Liturgy of the Three Hierarchs. (01/30/06) |
|  |  | | In celebration of the Feast Day of the Three Hierarchs, one of the children from the School of Transfiguration addresses the congregation. (01/30/06) | Fr. Nikolaos, along with children of the School of Transfiguration, pose for a group photo after the Three Hierarchs celebration. (01/30/06) |
|  |  | | Children of the School of Transfiguration celebrate the 28th of October (Oxi Day). (11/28/05) | Performance by the children of Transfiguration at the Oxi Day celebration. (11/28/05) |
|  |  | | Several participants in the Oxi Day celebration. (11/28/05) | Fr. Nikolaos address the attendees of the Oxi Day celebration. (11/28/05) |
|  |  | | One of the young children of the day school attending the Oxi Day celebration. (11/28/05) | Children and teachers of the School of Transfiguation, along with Fr. Nikolaos, pose for a group photo following the Oxi Day celebration. (11/28/05) |
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| Start of 2007-08 School Year Registration |
| Registration Fees (English) |
REGISTRATION & TUITION FEES FOR THE SCHOOL OF TRANSFIGURATION
SCHOOL YEAR 2006 2007
REGISTRATION (per student) | $300 | BUILDING FUND (per family) | $300 | SCHOOL YEARBOOK | $ 45 | PTA MEMBERSHIP DUES (per family) | $ 30 | LAB FEES (for students of Grades 6 - 9) | $ 75 | TECHNOLOGY FEES ( for students of Grades 4 - 9) | $ 75 | SENIOR DUES | $175 | COTS (for Pre-K and Kindergarten students) | $ 65 | CHURCH DUES | $250 |
TUITION FEES GRADES | 1st Child | 2nd Child | 3rd Child | Pre-K 4th | $3,900 | $3,000 | $2,900 | 5th 9th | $4,000 | $3,100 | $3,000 |
| REGISTRATION FOR THE 2006-2007 SCHOOL YEAR
April 25th - June 9th |
TUITION PAYMENT METHOD
· Tuition fees are paid in ten (10) monthly installments, beginning on the month of registration (i.e., May through February). Monthly payments must be made by the 5th of each month, to avoid a $25 surcharge. · In the event of full tuition payment prior to the start of the school year, a discount of $50 will be applied per student. For processing of registration, you must have paid all the appropriate fess listed in the first chart. Parents who owe a balance from the previous year will not be allowed to register until payment of their old balance. Parent of new students, Pre-K and Kindergarten students must hand in a completed School Health New Admission Examination #211S, listing their childs immunization and medical records. Copies of this form are available at the school office. All pertinent medical examination and documentation must be completed no earlier than ninety (90) days prior to the start of the new school year. RefundsRefunds are given for students of the Pre-K to the eighth (8th) grade until July 3rd. No refunds will be issued after July 4th.
There are no refunds for registration and tuition fees for ninth (9th) grade students.
All requests for refunds must be submitted to the school office in writing.
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| Registration Fees (Greek) |
ΤΕΛΗ ΗΜΕΡΗΣΙΟΥ ΣΧΟΛΕΙΟΥ ΤΗΣ ΜΕΤΑΜΟΡΦΩΣΕΩΣ
ΣΧΟΛΙΚΟ ΕΤΟΣ 2006-2007
ΤΕΛΟΣ ΕΓΓΡΑΦΗΣ (ανά μαθητή) | $300 | ΤΕΛΟΣ ΣΥΝΤΗΡΗΣΗΣ ΚΤΙΡΙΟΥ (ανά οικογένεια) | $300 | ΛΕΥΚΩΜΑ ΣΧΟΛΕΙΟΥ | $ 45 | ΣΥΝΔΡΟΜΗ ΠΡΟΣ ΣΥΛΛΟΓΟ ΓΟΝΕΩΝ ΚΑΙ ΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΛΩΝ (ανά οικογένεια) | $ 30 | ΤΕΛΟΣ ΧΗΜΙΚΟΥ ΕΡΓΑΣΤΗΡΙΟΥ (για τις τάξεις 6η ως 9η) | $ 75 | ΤΕΛΟΣ ΕΡΓΑΣΤΗΡΙΟΥ ΗΛ. ΥΠΟΛΟΓΙΣΤΩΝ ( για τις τάξεις 4η ως 9η) | $ 75 | ΤΕΛΟΣ ΤΕΛΕΙΟΦΟΙΤΩΝ | $175 | ΚΡΕΒΒΑΤΑΚΙΑ (για μαθητές προνηπιαγωγείου και νηπαιαγωγείου) | $ 65 | ΣΥΝΔΡΟΜΗ ΠΡΟΣ ΕΚΚΛΗΣΙΑ | $250 |
ΠΙΝΑΚΑΣ ΔΙΔΑΚΤΡΩΝ ΤΑΞΕΙΣ | 1ο Παιδί | 2ο Παιδί | 3ο Παιδί | Προνηπιαγωγείο 4 | $3,900 | $3,000 | $2,900 | 5 9 | $4,000 | $3,100 | $3,000 |
ΠΕΡΙΟΔΟ ΕΓΓΡΑΦΗΣ ΓΙΑ ΤΟ ΣΧΟΛΙΚΟ ΕΤΟΣ 2006-2007
25 Ἀπριλίου 9 Ἰουνίου |
ΚΑΤΑΒΟΛΗ ΔΙΔΑΚΤΡΩΝ
· Τὰ δίδακτρα πληρώνονται σὲ δέκα (10) μηνιαῖες δόσεις,, ἀπὸ τὸν μῆνα τῆς ἐγγραφῆς (π.χ., Mάϊο ἕως Φεβρουάριο). Τὰ μηνιαῖα ποσὰ πρέπει νὰ καταβάλλονται μέχρι τὶς 5 ἑκάστου μηνός, ἀλλιῶς θὰ ἐπιβαρύνονται μὲ $25 πρόστιμο. · Σὲ περίπτωση προκαταβολικῆς ἐξόφλησης ὅλων τῶν διδάκτρων πρὶν τὴν ἔναρξη τῶν μαθημάτων, δικαιοῦστε ἔκπτωση $50 ἀνὰ παιδί. Γιὰ τὴν καταγραφὴ τῆς ἐγγραφῆς, θὰ πρέπει νὰ ἔχετε τακτοποιήσει ὅλα τὰ ἀνάλογα τέλη στὸν πρῶτο πίνακα. Γονεῖς ποὺ ὀφείλουν χρήματα ἀπὸ τέλη ἢ δίδακτρα παρελθόντων ἐτῶν δὲν θὰ δικαιοῦνται νὰ ἐγγράψουν τὰ παιδιά τους μέχρι τὴν τακτοποίηση τοῦ χρέους. Ἡ προσκομιδὴ Ἰατρικοῦ ἐντύπου (School Health New Admission Examination #211S), συμπληρωμένο μὲ τοὺς ἐμβολισμοὺς καὶ τὶς ἀπαραίτητες ἰατρικὲς ἐξετάσεις εἶναι ἀπαραίτητο γιὰ νέους μαθητές, καὶ μαθητὲς τοῦ προνηπιαγωγείου καὶ νηπιαγωγείου. Δύνασθε νὰ προμηθευθῆτε εἰδικὰ ἔντυπα ἀπὸ τὴν γραμματεία τοῦ σχολείου. Οἱ σχετικὲς ἰατρικὲς ἐξετάσεις πρέπει νὰ ἔχουν γίνει ὄχι νωρίτερα ἀπὸ 90 ἡμερών πρὸ τῆς ἔναρξης τοῦ νέου σχολικοῦ ἔτους. Ἐπιστροφὲς XρημάτωνΠληρωμὲς γιὰ μαθητὲς τοῦ προνηπιαγωγείου ἕως τῆς 8ης τάξης γίνονται μέχρι τὶς 3 Ἰουλίου. Μετὰ τὶς 4 Ἰουλίου δὲν γίνεται καμμία ἐπιστροφὴ χρημάτων.
Πληρωμὲς γιὰ μαθητὲς τῆς 9ης τάξης δὲν ἐπιστρέφονται.
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To request a Registration Application please contact the School of Transfiguration at (718) 478-8181.
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