Pinewood Planner SUMMER mail 2024 (Jun 2024)
SUMMER EMAIL 2024 We hope you are enjoying your summer to the fullest! Please find below some information related to the 2024-2025 academic year. SUMMER OFFICE HOURS  June 17 - 28 | 9:00 - 16:30 July 1- August 2 | 9:00 - 14:00 August 5 - 16 | CLOSED August 19 - 30 | 9:00 - 16:30  The Elementary/EY Campus Main Gates will be closed during the summer break. We ask that visitors make an appointment by calling the campus (2310398460) or emailing Ms. Anastasia

July Summer Email 2024 (Aug 2024)
SUMMER EMAIL 2024 We hope you are enjoying your summer break! Before we close our doors for two weeks we would like to share some important reminders and resources. SUMMER OFFICE HOURS  August 5 - 16 | CLOSED August 19 - 30 | 9:00 - 16:30  The Elementary/EY Campus Main Gates will be closed during the summer break. We ask that visitors make an appointment by calling the campus (2310398460) or emailing Ms. Anastasia Panidou (panidou@pinewood-school.gr) and Ms

BEFORE School Starts (Sep 2024)
FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL Dear Pinewood Families,   I am thrilled to welcome you to a very special school year as we reunite as one school community on our campus in Pylaia. This year marks a significant milestone as we celebrate the move of our Middle & High School division to a beautiful new purpose-built complex, designed to enhance the educational journey of our students, and located next door to our Early Years and Elementary School.    Over the summer, we hav

After School Activities 24-25 (Sep 2024)
AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES Registration for After School Activities is now open from now until Friday Septmeber 6 at 12:00. Clubs and activities will start this year on Monday, September 16. For more information about time and transportation for After School Activities click HERE to view our website page with all the latest updates.   Click the buttons below to register. Fill out one form per child interested in joining a club.  Remember: clubs will fill up quickly so sign up

New Pick-Up & Drop Off (Sep 2024)
For the 2024-2025 School Year, new roundabout and two way street STUDENT DROP-OFF & PICK UP Dear Pinewood Families, As we work hard to prepare for the opening of the school year on Monday, September 9, please see below important information about drop off and pick up for those who drive their children to school.    With the exciting move of our Middle & High School division to our campus in Pylaia, where we rejoin our Early Years & Elementary division, we have

PINEWOOD PLANNER: September 11-17 (Sep 2024)
START OF THE SCHOOL YEAR The first day of school marked the start of a historical year for Pinewood. We hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for our new Middle & High School building, finally reuniting with Pinewood Elementary. A heartfelt thank you to the President of Anatolia, Dr. Panos Vlachos, Anatolia COO Yanis Tsorbatzoglou, and Pinewood Head of School, Dr. Roxanne Giampapa, for ushering in this exciting new era for our international community!   We are beyond exci

PINEWOOD PLANNER: September 18-24 (Sep 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: SEPT 18 - 24 SCHOOL REMINDERS Important Phone Numbers  Elementary:  Reception: +30 2310 39 8460 Nurse: +30 2310 39 8464 Accounting: +30 2310 39 8488 Middle/High: Reception: +30 2310 39 8472 Nurse: +30 2310 39 8473 Accounting: +30 2310 39 8488 Payments and Athena Portal Our Athena Parent Portal is fully operational again. Our accounting office is working hard to issue the receipts for all the payments that were made in the p

PINEWOOD PLANNER: September 25 - October 1 (Sep 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: SEPT 25 - OCT 1 FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL Visit From Washington D.C. Last week, we had the pleasure of hosting Mr. Mike Emborsky, our Regional Education Officer (REO) at the State Department in Washington DC. In general, the role of the State Department REOs is to support American-sponsored overseas schools like Pinewood. Specifically, Pinewood is among the 192 American schools worldwide that fall within the State Department’s support network. 

Pinewood Planner: May 23 - 29 (May 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: MAY 23 - 29 Last Day of After School Activities Middle/High: Friday, May 24 EY/Elementary: Thursday, June 6 GOING HOME Glimpses of our New Middle & High School Here is a glimpse of "The Forest" - the central atrium & gathering place of our new Middle & High School. We have named it "The Forest" because, when complete, it will have 3 custom designed metal structures that simulate trees .... an architectural nod to our school's name. 

Pinewood Planner: May 16 - 22 (May 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: MAY 16 - 22 GOING HOME Glimpses of our New Middle & High School Pinewood’s relocation marks a significant milestone in the history of Pinewood. Not only are we re-joining our Early Years & Elementary School, our new campus will be a place where our values of community, relationships, and excellence can continue to flourish.   Our new school is designed with the future in mind, featuring state-of-the-art classrooms, 2 science laboratories, a dedicated

Pinewood Planner: April 25 - May 15 (Apr 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: APRIL 25 - MAY 15 Next Week is Spring Break   No After School Activities on Friday April 26! GOING HOME Glimpses of our New Middle & High School As we look forward to moving into our new Pinewood Middle & High School in September 2024, we are thrilled to share glimpses of your children’s future learning spaces!  We begin by highlighting the warm color palette - natural oak and signature green - found in the classrooms as seen in the photos

Pinewood Planner: April 18 - 24 (Apr 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: APRIL 18 - 24 IB VISUAL ARTS EXHIBIT Student Art Gallery Success Last Friday, we proudly opened the IB Visual Arts exhibition at the Remezzo Gallery. Our IB Visual Arts students showcased personal artworks crafted around diverse themes. This exhibition was a celebration of creativity and personal growth, reflecting the talents and dedication of our students.  The exhibition's success was not measured solely by the displayed artworks but by the spi

Pinewood Planner: April 11 - 17 (Apr 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: April 11 - 17 WEEKEND STUDENT EVENTS Athletic Tournament & Art Gallery Pinewood is proud to support both the athletic and artistic efforts by our students. This weekend, make plans to attend cheer on our volleyball and basketball teams at the American Farm School Tournament, and travel to Kalamaria's Remezzo Gallery to reflect upon the visual arts exhibition Threads of Existence by our IB1 & IB2 students. Opening night includes a rece

Pinewood Planner: April 4 - 10 (Apr 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: April 4 - 10 PHOTO ORDERS AVAILABLE Order School Photo Bundle Order Your School Portraits Now!   Read below the school picture bundle offer from Iosifina Photography Studio. Tri Fold folder with your child's portrait + 1 extra (15x23cm) A copy of your class portraits 1 Kapa fix portrait (20x30cm) polymer frame & 4 small, wallet size portrait photos The full bundle is available for the price of 25 Euros. Parents will receive an email wit

Pinewood Planner: March 28 - April 3 (Mar 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: MARCH 28 - APRIL 3 GREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY Before the holiday break, both the EY/Elementary and Middle/High honored and celebrated Greek Independence Day, which continues to be an important date for our international Pinewood students to honor the history of their host country. Our yearly celebration brings us together to learn about the historic revolution alongside performances of traditional songs and dance.   Thank you to all the students and teachers for

Pinewood Planner: March 21 - 27 (Mar 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: MARCH 21 - 27 PARENT REMINDER Parent-Teacher Conference Our last round of Parent-Teacher conferences is almost here! To best gauge your child's growth throughout the school year, please take the time to meet with their teachers. For detailed instructions on how to book an appointment with a teacher, please click here.   Click below to access the portal to book your Parent-Teacher conference once the link becomes available on Thursday. PAREN

Pinewood Planner: March 14 - 20 (Mar 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: MARCH 14 - 20 HARVARD MODEL CONGRESS EUROPE Model UN in Mallorca After many flights, nights of preparation, diplomacy, and debate, our 20 Pinewood delegates returned yesterday from Harvard Model Congress Europe, hosted in Mallorca, Spain.   From our fearless MUN coach, Mr. Lazaros: "This journey has been challenging and demanding, but it has also been incredibly rewarding. Our students have demonstrated remarkable dedication and professiona

Pinewood Planner: March 7 - 13 (Mar 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: MARCH 7 - 13 ELEMENTARY ASSEMBLY Anti-Bullying Presentation We're excited to share that today, March 6, in honor of the National Day Against School Bullying, our school held a special whole-school assembly. Students from Grades 1-6 poured their hearts into diverse projects, including posters, badges, presentations, dances, skits, puppet shows, game shows, and book presentations. Through these creative endeavors, they exemplified responsibility, devotion,

Pinewood Planner: February 29 - March 6 (Feb 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: FEBRUARY 29 - MARCH 6 PLANNING FOR NEXT YEAR Our PARENT PORTAL is now open for re-enrollment! Re-enrollment is MANDATORY for all students who will return next year. Please click the button below to view the full email about planning for next year, including information about the school bus routes, tuition payment, IBDP and possible disenrollment. VIEW FULL EMAIL LAST WEEK AT PINEWOOD Junior Aegean Tournament The

Pinewood Planner: February 22-28 (Feb 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: FEBRUARY 22 - 28 Reminder: No School this Friday, February 23 HEAD OF SCHOOL CORNER Action Research at Pinewood In our ongoing pursuit of school improvement, Pinewood has chosen to focus broadly on relationships as a key component of supporting student learning. This initiative, which is being monitored by our U.S. accrediting body, Middle States Association, is in the second year of a seven-year initiative. Faculty and staff are actively parti

Pinewood Planner: February 15-21 (Feb 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: FEBRUARY 15 - 21 DAY OF LOVE & FRIENDSHIP Celebrating Valentine's Day Happy Valentine's Day to all! We hope everyone takes the time to show kindness and appreciation to their friends, family, and loved ones.   Pinewood's Elementary Student Council representatives spread love and kindness to all by handing out decorative cups filled with chocolate, colorful balloons and valentine cards to every single child and adult on campus!   Our Prom Com

Pinewood Planner: February 8 - 14 (Feb 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: FEBRUARY 8 - 14 ELEMENTARY STUDENT COUNCIL Valentine's Day Bake Sale Satisfy your sweet cravings and spread love by supporting the Valentine's Day Bake Sale, organized by the Elementary Student Council! Indulge in yummy treats priced between €1-2, available for purchase next Wednesday during snack and lunchtime at the Elementary. Your support will fund special gifts for all Elementary and EY students on Valentine's Day. Let's make this celebration even swe

Pinewood Planner: February 1 - 7 (Jan 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: FEBRUARY 1 - 7 INTERNATIONAL HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY Remembering the Children of the Holocaust Thank you to the student presenters, performers, and our esteemed guests who joined us for our annual observance of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. This year,  we commemorated the resilience and bravery of the children who endured and struggled during this historic tragedy. Through music, poetry, short stories, artworks and choreography, our

Pinewood Planner: January 25 - February 1 (Jan 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: JANUARY 25 - FEBRUARY 1 HEAD OF SCHOOL CORNER Pinewood Celebrates Anatolia College Founding Day On Monday, January 22, Pinewood participated in the centennial celebration of Anatolia College's 100 years in Thessaloniki, marking the relocation of their school from Asia Minor to Thessaloniki in 1924.  Pinewood and Anatolia share a longstanding partnership that has endured for almost three-quarters of a century and so we celebrated with them through a

Pinewood Planner: January 18 - 24 (Jan 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: JANUARY 18 - 24 ANNOUNCEMENT Elementary & EY: New After School Bus Due the increasing traffic problem in the city with the construction of the Flyover, and in order to further improve Pinewood services to our families, we are adding a second after school bus, for Elementary and Early Year students daily, starting as of Monday, January 22nd. We hope that the time our youngest students spend on the bus will decrease significantly and we encoura

Pinewood Planner: January 11- 17 (Jan 2024)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: JANUARY 11 - 17 PARENT REMINDERS Health Recommendations If your child will be absent due to illness, please submit an excusal on ManageBac and specify if it is due to COVID, Influenza (Flu) or Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). This information will help the Ministry of Health track the spread of disease and inform us of any concerning trends. Thank you for your cooperation. As we return to campus, say no to germs and reduce the risk

Pinewood Planner: December 21 - Winter Break (Dec 2023)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: DEC 21 - JAN 10 TOMORROW AT ELEMENTARY The Winter Show Join us for a festive day at the annual Pinewood Elementary Winter Show! Embrace the holiday spirit as students, after-school clubs, and even parents and teachers take the stage to perform heartwarming holiday songs. Witness the joy and talent of our Pinewood community in this celebratory showcase.   We ask that guests please follow the guard's instructions for parking. Keep your phones on

Pinewood Planner: December 14 - 20 (Dec 2023)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: DEC 14 - 20 HEAD OF SCHOOL CORNER International CoMuseum Conference Last week, Dr. Giampapa represented Pinewood as a speaker in the 13th Annual International CoMuseum Conference held in Athens and Thessaloniki.  This year’s conference focused on justice and representation, specifically, the degree to which DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility) principles are being applied in cultural organizations. Dr. Giampapa shared a panel wi

Pinewood Planner: December 7 - 13 (Dec 2023)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: DEC 7 - 13 AEGEAN TOURNAMENT Pinewood Panthers The Aegean Tournament has concluded and we want to thank everyone who came out to support our Pinewood Panthers! It was three exciting days full of energy and emotions for our student athletes, who all gave their best in all three sports and represented Pinewood the best possible way - in and out of the court. They had the opportunity to learn what it means to be a member of a real team. Extra credits to th

Pinewood Planner: November 30 - December 6 (Nov 2023)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: NOV 30 - DEC 6 MESSAGE TO ALL PARENTS Child Protection Webinar Date & Time: Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at 18:00   We are excited to invite parents from both EY/Elementary and Middle/High to a crucial webinar on child protection, led by our Child Protection Officers. This webinar aims to empower parents with the tools and knowledge needed to safeguard their children in both physical and online environments, and be able to identify an

Pinewood Planner: November 23 -29 (Nov 2023)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: NOV 23 - 29 REMINDER: NO AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES ON THANKSGIVING & NO SCHOOL FRIDAY NOV 24 HEAD OF SCHOOL CORNER Pinewood Thanksgiving Dear Pinewood Family, As we approach this joyous season of Thanksgiving, I am truly filled with gratitude to be part of our incredible international school community.  Thanksgiving is a cherished tradition in the United States and at Pinewood, always celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November

Pinewood Planner: November 16 - 22 (Nov 2023)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: NOV 16 - 22 REMINDER: NO SCHOOL ON FRIDAY NOV 17 AUTHOR VISITS ELEMENTARY Learning American Sign Language During our Book Fair, our librarian Ms. Helen organized a visit from author Kentrell Martin, creator of the Shelly's Adventures series that teaches readers American Sign Language (ASL)! Mr. Martin came all the way from Florida, U.S.A., to read one of his books, Shelly goes to the Zoo to all our Pre-K to Grade 6 students.  Toge

Pinewood Planner: November 9 - 15 (Nov 2023)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: NOV 9 - 15 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY NHS Induction Ceremony The National Honor Society (NHS) is a prestigious organization that recognizes and celebrates high school students who excel in scholarship, leadership, service, and character. NHS fosters a culture of excellence and service, shaping the leaders of tomorrow and instilling a commitment to making the world a better place. This year marks the 48th annual ceremony at Pinewood, and the final one hel

Pinewood Planner: November 2 - 8 (Nov 2023)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: NOV 2 - 8 IMPORTANT MUNICIPALITY ANNOUNCEMENT Road Construction for the Elevated Highway As you might know, the construction of the Elevated Expressway ("Flyover") on the Thessaloniki ring road is about to commence shortly. The project is expected to last four years and will inevitably create traffic challenges within the city. The State and the Thessaloniki Traffic Police announced that they will implement measures to alleviate the situation,

Pinewood Planner: October 26 - November 1 (Oct 2023)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: OCT 26 - NOV 1 OXI DAY CELEBRATIONS Greek History Across Both Campuses OXI Day at Pinewood was a vibrant celebration of Greek history and resilience. Elementary students danced, sang traditional songs, and read excerpts from literature and theatre that brought the past to life. They also shared insights gained from their field trip to Fort Roupel, connecting their lessons to the rich heritage of Greece.   Our Middle/High students

Pinewood Planner: October 19-25 (Oct 2023)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: OCT 19-25 SECONDARY STUDENT COUNCIL Meet Your Class Representatives Join us in congratulating the newly elected 2023-2024 Secondary Student Council!    Today was the first Student Council meeting, where they reviewed the responsibilities of their new roles with their advisor, Ms. Helen Dalakas, and signed their commitment to representing their classmates and the interests of their grade levels!  LAST WEEK AT PINEWO

Pinewood Planner: October 12-18 (Oct 2023)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: OCT 12 - 18 TRICK OR TREAT 2023 Halloween at Pinewood 4 November - Trick or Treat Theme - Night of the Ghosts   Last year, our signature event was a huge success, with unprecedented attendance! Last year's donations were used to purchase Elementary and Secondary books, to support our student councils, and to support charities.   NEW THIS YEAR - Tickets Pre-sale! You can buy the ticket online or from the school

Pinewood Planner: October 5-11 (Oct 2023)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: SEPT 28 - OCT 4 Elementary Sports Day Our Elementary campus recently hosted an exhilarating Sports Day, a celebration of physical activity and hustle. The day was filled with spirited competitions and activities at all grade levels, including skilled soccer and basketball matches, foot races that had everyone cheering for their classmates, fun dance routines requiring coordination and confidence, and a nature walk around the forested campus. Sports Day n

Pinewood Planner: September 28- October 4 (Sep 2023)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: SEPT 28 - OCT 4 PTA AT PINEWOOD KICK-OFF EVENT LOCATION LAST WEEK AT PINEWOOD EY/Elementary Field Trips Our youngest Pinewooders from the Pre-K and Kindergarten enjoyed a day at Amemodoura play park in Tagarades where they walked through a labyrinth, climbed hills and walked on bridges.    Grades 1-3 went to  Ktima Chaideftos had the opportunity to play with their friends in an area with bouncy slides, tramp

Pinewood Planner: September 21-27 (Sep 2023)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: SEPTEMBER 21-27 CALL TO ACTION A kind reminder that tomorrow is the last day to bring your donations of essential and highly-requested items to the reception areas of both Pinewood campuses. LAST WEEK AT PINEWOOD Parents' night We want to thank all our parents and guardians who attended our parents' night events. After welcoming back our students, it was a pleasure to meet old and new parents on our campuses as well.  

Thessaly Relief Call to Action (Sep 2023)
Donate this upcoming week to support victims in Thessaly Pinewood Call to Action: Thessaly Flooding Relief In response to the urgent needs of the flood victims in Thessaly, we and the greater Anatolia community are collecting essential food and hygiene products as listed in the flyer below. Donation collection boxes are available at the reception areas of both campuses.   Please donate and keep the community of Thessaly in your thoughts. We will be gathering items until

Pinewood Planner: September 14-20 (Sep 2023)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: SEPTEMBER 14-20 WELCOME (BACK) TO PINEWOOD During the first week back at school, our students showed remarkable enthusiasm and eagerness to return to the classroom.   They welcomed new students to Pinewood, reunited with familiar friends, and embarked on new learning adventures. The excitement soared when they discovered the new additions to our EY playgrounds, more grass on the Elementary playground and new after-school activities startin

Pinewood Planner: September 6-13 (Sep 2023)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: SEPTEMBER 6-13 We are looking forward to welcoming our students on  Thursday, September 7   The first day of school is tomorrow, so be sure to check Class Dojo (EY/Elementary) and Managebac (Secondary) today for class schedules and teacher assignments. If you have signed up your child(ren) for bus pick-up and/or drop-off, you should have already received a call confirming their route stop. In case you have NOT received your b

Pinewood Planner: Preparing for 2023-2024 (Sep 2023)
PINEWOOD PLANNER: PREPARE FOR 2023-2024 FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL - 7 SEPTEMBER We are looking forward to welcoming our students on  Thursday, September 7   The first day of school is almost upon us, which means trading in our beach bags for backpacks and our sandals for sneakers. Before your child(ren) return to campus, check the Parents' Corner for supply lists, order your uniforms and take a look at the academic calendar for upcoming events.   IMPORTANT: Class

2024-2025 Student Re-enrollment (Feb 2024)
RE-ENROLLMENT 2024-2025 February 26, 2024 Dear Pinewood Families,   We are pleased to announce that our PARENT PORTAL is now open for re-enrollment. You can access the 2024-2025 calendar by clicking HERE.   Please note: Re-enrollment is MANDATORY for all students who will return next year. The re-enrollment process must be completed ONLINE through our Parent Portal. Everyone must complete the SCHOOL BUS application regardless of whether you will take the bus or

Preparing for 2024-2025 (Mar 2024)
PREPARING FOR 2024-2025   February 22, 2024   Dear Pinewood Families,   As we navigate through an exciting period of growth and enhancement at Pinewood, we are so grateful to be on this journey for your children with you.   Reflections on the Year This year marked a significant milestone for Pinewood as we embraced the full spectrum of the International Baccalaureate (IB) programs. With the recent authorization of the IB Primary Years Program (PYP) for PreK-Grade 6 and

Financial Assistance 2022-2023 reminder (May 2022)
Financial Assistance Application Form - Academic Year 2022-2023 Dear Pinewood Family,   This is a reminder to complete the Financial Assistance Application Form for 2022-2023. (Please find below the email that was sent last month).   Please note that all families will first receive a Pro Forma Invoice indicating the full amount and once you accept the Financial Assitance decision, an updated Invoice will be sent to you.   Also, make sure to send the supporting documents to M

Financial Assistance 2023 - 2024 final (Apr 2023)
Financial Assistance Application Form - Academic Year 2023-2024 April 26, 2023   Dear Pinewood Family, Before the Spring break, we sent out the re-enrollment forms and we are now ready to start the Financial Assistance Applications process. Pinewood offers need-based Financial Assistance (FA) to qualified community members. To assess the need and for auditing purposes, you MUST complete a new FA Application Form every year. All information is kept strictly confidential and on

Financial Assistance 2022-2023 (Apr 2022)
Financial Assistance Application Form - Academic Year 2022-2023 April 8, 2022   Dear Pinewood Family, On Monday, we sent out the re-enrollment forms and we are now getting ready to process the Financial Assistance Applications. Pinewood offers need-based Financial Assistance (FA) to qualified members of the community. In order to assess the need, we ask you to fill out a new FA Application Form every year. All information is kept strictly confidential and only members of the FA Co