CLUBS AND SOCIETIES
School Clubs
Education extends beyond the classroom walls through our vibrant and diverse array of school clubs. We believe that participation in extracurricular activities is not just an option but a crucial component of a well-rounded education. Here’s why school clubs are so important:
Academic
| Mathematics | English | Mathematics – Competitions |
| English IGCSE Speaking | English IELTS Speaking | English Language & Reading Practise |
| IGCSE English Literature⠀ | German | Greek |
| Greek As a Second Language | Biology | Biology Olympiad – Greek |
| Chemistry | Chemistry Olympiad – Greek | Physics |
| Geography | History | Law |
| Computers | Accounting | Business |
| Economics | Political Economy |
Non Academic
| Basketball | Cross Fit | Dance |
| Futsal | Hiking and Running | Swimming |
| Volleyball⠀ | Yoga | Art & Crafts |
| Chess | Debate | ECO |
| Film-making | Raising & Giving | Robotics |
| Peace and Friendship | Theatre | Youth Community |
| European Programmes: | ERASMUS Programmes | EU Youth Parliament |
| Duke of Edinburgh | M.U.N | Twinning |
| Music |
Fostering Social Skills:
School clubs provide a dynamic platform for students to interact with their peers outside the confines of traditional academic settings. Engaging in group activities cultivates teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills. From collaborative projects to club meetings, students learn the value of effective communication and cooperation—skills that extend far beyond their academic years.Building Leadership Skills:
Being part of a school club offers students the opportunity to take on leadership roles. Whether as a club president, event organizer, or project leader, students learn to manage responsibilities, make decisions, and inspire their peers. These leadership experiences contribute significantly to their personal and professional development, preparing them for future challenges.Exploring Interests and Passions:
School clubs cater to a wide range of interests, from academic pursuits to artistic endeavors, sports, and community service. These clubs provide a platform for students to explore their passions, discover new interests, and develop a sense of identity. Whether it’s joining the robotics club, debate team, or environmental club, students find a space where they can express themselves and pursue what they love.Enhancing Academic Learning:
Beyond the classroom, school clubs offer unique opportunities for students to deepen their understanding of academic subjects. Science clubs conduct experiments, language clubs explore cultural nuances, and math clubs tackle challenging problems. These experiences complement formal education, making learning more enjoyable and practical.Nurturing Talent and Creativity:
School clubs are a breeding ground for talent and creativity. Whether in the arts, sports, or academics, students have the chance to showcase their unique skills and talents. From drama performances to science fairs, these platforms celebrate individuality, encouraging students to embrace their strengths and contribute to the school community.Developing a Sense of Community:
Participation in school clubs fosters a sense of belonging and community. Students build lasting friendships with like-minded peers, creating a supportive network that extends beyond graduation. This sense of community is invaluable, contributing to a positive and inclusive school culture. We recognize the transformative power of school clubs in shaping well-rounded individuals. We encourage all our students to explore the myriad opportunities available, discover their passions, and forge connections that last a lifetime. Join us in celebrating the importance of school clubs—where learning goes beyond textbooks and friendships are forged through shared interests and experiences.School Trips
During the school year, Xenion High School organises two thoughtfully curated trips that blend education with recreation, offering our students unique opportunities for experiential learning beyond the confines of the classroom. These excursions are meticulously planned to align with the academic curriculum while fostering personal growth, social bonds, and a sense of exploration among our students. The school firmly believes in the transformative power of these experiences, recognizing them as an integral part of a holistic education.
The first of the two organized trips is carefully designed to complement the academic curriculum, providing students with a deeper understanding of their coursework through real-world applications. Whether it’s a historical site, a science museum, or an interactive workshop, each destination is chosen to enhance the educational journey and make learning a dynamic and memorable experience.
The second trip takes a more recreational approach, aiming to create moments of joy, relaxation, and team building. This outing provides students with an opportunity to unwind, fostering a positive and stress-free environment that contributes to their overall well-being. These recreational trips are strategically scheduled to balance the academic rigor of the school year, ensuring that students have moments of respite and enjoyment.
Additionally, Xenion values the global perspective and cultural enrichment that international experiences bring. While not compulsory, the school actively facilitates trips abroad and exchange visits whenever possible. These opportunities expose students to diverse cultures, languages, and perspectives, broadening their worldview and nurturing a sense of global citizenship. Whether it’s a cultural exchange program or an overseas educational tour, these optional trips offer students the chance to expand their horizons and gain a deeper appreciation for the interconnectedness of the world.
The school understands that not every student may be able to participate in international trips, and thus, these experiences are designed as optional enrichments. However, for those who choose to embark on these global adventures, the benefits extend far beyond academics, contributing to their personal growth, adaptability, and intercultural understanding.
The gallery below can give a snapshot of our excursions
Raising & Giving
At Xenion, we encourage our students to develop a sense of community and wider responsibility. In other words, we aim to develop active citizens rather than just successful academics. Our students are involved in supporting various good causes.
Under the umbrella of Raising and Giving (RAG), Xenion students are involved in a number of fund-raising activities each year. These include donations to the Radiomarathon to the Make A Wish foundation for very sick children, the Cyprus Association of Cancer Patients and Friends (PASYKAF). As well as this, Xenion students are active members of the Young Volunteers.
Young Volunteers is a Pancyprian organisation of school students who form a network of workers for good causes. They work not only to raise money for good causes but also to raise awareness of some of the problems facing children in this country and abroad. Recently, the Xenion Young Volunteers raised several hundred euros for charities dedicated to the treatment and eradication of Malaria. They also put together an informative presentation, which they showed to the whole school.
The Red Cross Club raises money to support such efforts as Emergency Relief and undertakes voluntary social work in the local community whenever needed.
Our biggest charity event held in our school is our Hairstyling Charity Event. Our students’ initiative to collectively shave their heads was a spontaneous gesture of support for a fellow student who was diagnosed with cancer and it moved not just the microcosm of our school community, but also the general public. From that moment on, our hairstyling event became an annual commitment for a very special cause.
Parents Association
The Parents and Guardians’ Association was established in 2001, the year the school was opened. It functions according to the rules and regulations that were adopted during the first meeting of the members of the Association.
The committee of the Association is elected during the first general parents’ meeting of the school year and its term of office is one year. The committee meets once a month unless there is reason for an extraordinary meeting.
The Association gives the school practical help in achieving its aims and serves as a communication bridge between school and parents. It contributes to the smooth running of the school in several ways: among other things, it provides insurance cover for pupils, it takes care of the Christmas raffle and prizes, it sponsors various school activities and events, it organizes lectures for parents and it sets pupil awards.
You can always contact us directly at [email protected]
International Participation
EUROSCOLA: European School Ambassadors Program
Our school is once again taking part in the European School Ambassadors program aiming to strengthen the European identity of our school and nurture European values in the education of our students.
Eight junior ambassadors and a number of volunteers have worked on organized several activities in the last two months which were based on two fundamental pillars. The first has been to promote awareness regarding the European Union’s role in the lives of all citizens. The second was to promote the upcoming European elections and to urge all eligible citizens to take part in the celebration of democracy by casting their vote.
To this effect the following activities were organized and implemented:
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Information Point
Our first activity to commence the program was the creation of an information point within the school where all students and visitors can learn information about the European School Ambassador program as well as the upcoming elections.
02
Visit to the House of Representatives
As part of the program, Xenion Junior Ambassadors visited the House of Representatives to attend a presentation regarding the history of the democratic body as well as to participate in a Q & A session with the House Speaker Mrs Annita Demetriou.
03
Conduct of Research and Questionnaire
In order to determine the average knowledge of Cypriot citizens, a questionnaire was developed to collect information.
04
Community Interviews
In an attempt to promote awareness about the European citizens, two types of community interviews were organized. The first was held in school with students of Xenion who were asked various questions regarding the European Union such as which are the country members, how EU laws are enforced in Cyprus etc. The second was held in Paralimni square where citizens where asked whether they intended to vote and their reasons.
05
Video campaign
To further promote the participation in the European Elections of 2024, a video was created by the Junior Ambassadors outlining the various reasons why everyone should take part.
06
Radio show
To further promote our message for greater participation in the European elections, our Junior Ambassadors visited Politia FM. During their interview they discussed their participation in the program and shared information about the European elections including how eligible citizens can register in the election catalogue and reasons why everyone eligible should take part.
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Podcast talks
To engage more stakeholders in the program’s activities our Junior Ambassadors hosted podcast interviews with Mrs Annita Demetriou and Mr Loukas Fourla one of the current MEPs. Both guests were asked about their views regarding the role of the European Union as well as how the youth can take a more active part in political developments.
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Instagram promotion
In order to disseminate our activities to a wider audience, an Instagram account was set up by the Junior Ambassadors, devoted solely to promoting the activities of the project.
Instagram Promotion 1
Instagram Promotion 2
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Student workshops
To further promote European values and strengthen European identity the Junior Ambassadors organized workshops about the European Union which were implemented at Xenion pre-school and Xenion Junior school. These workshops involved interactive activities and games which engaged students attention while teaching them about the EU.
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Visit of European Commission Representative
As part of the program, Mr Nektarios Nicolaides from the European Commission in Cyprus visited our school on the 5th of March to host an engaging presentation on the role of the European Union in our every day lives.
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Articles
Another way in which the Junior Ambassadors decided to promote the EU elections and encourage people to vote was by writing articles in Greek and English to be published in online newspapers.
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European Day
To honour the European Union, the school is planning to host a European Day on the 8th of May. As part of the celebration the Junior Ambassadors are going to organise a series of activities to be presented to the whole school. This include a presentation on the history of the Union, a knowledge quiz and the presentation of their work for the upcoming elections on the 9th of June.
