Πέμπτη 27 Δεκεμβρίου 2012
Δευτέρα 24 Δεκεμβρίου 2012
SOME TOUCHING PHOTOS FROM UGANDA!
When we got Miss Sanyu's letter from Uganda , we got so sad with some photos she sent us, which we would like to share with all of you.
Here is an excerpt of her letter and the photos
Yesterday it was a joyful day with the children who are HIV positive, I and other volunteers we made a Christmas party for them, they had alot of fun, children enjoyed alot of activities.
Majority of these children at times they are neglected and also stigmatized at home. it is a way of sharing God's love, we gave them some Christmas gifts like food,clothes, and also they liked face painting, I have attached some fotos.
Remember to pray for these children, God's provision to their lives because they need alot of care. Next year i will be spending my weekend helping out these children. i want to start training them different activities including art and craft which will help them in future.
Here is an excerpt of her letter and the photos
Yesterday it was a joyful day with the children who are HIV positive, I and other volunteers we made a Christmas party for them, they had alot of fun, children enjoyed alot of activities.
Majority of these children at times they are neglected and also stigmatized at home. it is a way of sharing God's love, we gave them some Christmas gifts like food,clothes, and also they liked face painting, I have attached some fotos.
Remember to pray for these children, God's provision to their lives because they need alot of care. Next year i will be spending my weekend helping out these children. i want to start training them different activities including art and craft which will help them in future.
Christmas Customs in Uganda
Miss Sanyu, our epals' from Uganda teacher, was kind enough to send us a letter describing the Christmas customs in Uganda.
It is so interesting.Here is part of this letter:
It is so interesting.Here is part of this letter:
Today i want to share about Christmas, Christmas in Uganda is called
‘Sekukulu,’. ‘ Mukulike okutuuka ku mazaalibwa’ is the greeting that all
Ugandans greet each other with as they congratulate one another for yet
another Christmas added to their age.
The Christmas season is the most important holiday of the year in Uganda and very festive. Christmas is ushered in as early as the first week of December by a business boom caused by the purchase of new clothes and Christmas cards which are popular among the urban dwellers.
City authorities and churches organize christens caroling and many Christmas choirs participate with the lighting of giant trees in the cities.
Sekukulu is not about giving and receiving presents as Christmas in other countries because majority here cannot afford it, instead it is sharing, love , food and new clothes.
We do not use candles but the church is well lit, decorated and the service includes many Christmas carols. The real holiday cooking starts on the night of the 24th. The morning Sekukulu, the church is filled full capacity; even people who never go to church attend on this day. People set to wear their new clothes, especially the women who will show off their new clothes, especially the women who will show off their new traditional dresses in rich colors with matching turbans. The service is followed by an incredible feast.
Some families starts planning for Christmas October when families start pointing out chickens could be slaughted on Sekukulu. Those chickens are coddled to make sure that they are nice and fat for Christmas. Chicken plays a central role in the Christmas feasting. Families that cannot afford chicken any other time somehow would find a way to purchase one. The process of getting ready for Christmas and preparing the meals is not a chore, but a joy. Love is the major ingredient.
The evening before sekukulu is a very exciting time as the aroma of the foods being prepared fills the air. The children are busy cleaning the home, especially sweeping the courtyard. The excitement builds, s more and more food gifts arrives from family to supplement the already planned. Everybody eats and drinks until they cannot eat anymore. After the major feast it is time of storytelling, games, visiting friends, dancing and singing while drinking soda .
Am Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year filled with joy,
blessing and much success.
Good luck, lots of love, happiness and all the best in 2013!
Thank you so much for your love and care towards us
We are proud of you,
Merry Christmas! Jesus is born
Love , Sanyu
The Christmas season is the most important holiday of the year in Uganda and very festive. Christmas is ushered in as early as the first week of December by a business boom caused by the purchase of new clothes and Christmas cards which are popular among the urban dwellers.
City authorities and churches organize christens caroling and many Christmas choirs participate with the lighting of giant trees in the cities.
Sekukulu is not about giving and receiving presents as Christmas in other countries because majority here cannot afford it, instead it is sharing, love , food and new clothes.
We do not use candles but the church is well lit, decorated and the service includes many Christmas carols. The real holiday cooking starts on the night of the 24th. The morning Sekukulu, the church is filled full capacity; even people who never go to church attend on this day. People set to wear their new clothes, especially the women who will show off their new clothes, especially the women who will show off their new traditional dresses in rich colors with matching turbans. The service is followed by an incredible feast.
Some families starts planning for Christmas October when families start pointing out chickens could be slaughted on Sekukulu. Those chickens are coddled to make sure that they are nice and fat for Christmas. Chicken plays a central role in the Christmas feasting. Families that cannot afford chicken any other time somehow would find a way to purchase one. The process of getting ready for Christmas and preparing the meals is not a chore, but a joy. Love is the major ingredient.
The evening before sekukulu is a very exciting time as the aroma of the foods being prepared fills the air. The children are busy cleaning the home, especially sweeping the courtyard. The excitement builds, s more and more food gifts arrives from family to supplement the already planned. Everybody eats and drinks until they cannot eat anymore. After the major feast it is time of storytelling, games, visiting friends, dancing and singing while drinking soda .
Am Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year filled with joy,
blessing and much success.
Good luck, lots of love, happiness and all the best in 2013!
Thank you so much for your love and care towards us
We are proud of you,
Merry Christmas! Jesus is born
Love , Sanyu
Πέμπτη 13 Δεκεμβρίου 2012
OUR XMAS CARDS TO UGANDA
In Senior D class we made some cards to send our friends in Uganda!
Merry Christmas Miss Sanyu!
Merry Christmas our friends!!!!!
PRESENTS AND XMAS CARDS FROM RUSSIA TO SENIOR B
Merry Christmas Russia!!!
Δευτέρα 5 Νοεμβρίου 2012
SD vs SE1 vs SE2 vs B2 ~~~ our 2 WEEK COMPETITION
LINK TO www.thedungeons.com and
ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS. THE CLASS WITH THE MOST CORRECT ANSWERS WINS A SPECIAL TREAT !!
ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS. THE CLASS WITH THE MOST CORRECT ANSWERS WINS A SPECIAL TREAT !!
| 01 - In what other cities can you find a "Dungeon" theme park? |
| 02 - Why does the "Dungeon" website encourage visitors to buy their tickets online? |
| 03 - What effects do books bought at the "Dungeon's" giftshop have on their readers? |
| 04 - What are the titles of those books? (3 examples) |
| 05 - What other items are available at the giftshop? |
| 06 - What kind of attractions are the "Dungeon's"? Fill in the missing letters: . . . . . . . . . . . p a r k . . . . . . . . . . . . h o r r o r |
| 07 - Who should stay away from the "Dungeon"? |
| 08 - Who is not even allowed to enter the "Dungeon"? |
| 09 - Compare the price of a ticket for an adult to the admission fee paid by children or senior citizens. |
| 10 - What is the only day in the year when the "Dungeon" is closed? |
| 11 - At what time does the "Dungeon" open in March? |
| 12 - Which are the only months with late night admissions? |
| 13 - What kind of parties take place at the "Dungeon" in the evening when the daily crowd of visitors has left? |
| 14 - What special attractions does the "Dungeon" offer for a few weeks only? When? |
| 15 - What do we learn about Jack the Ripper's murders?
DEADLINE : SUNDAY NOVEMBER 18th
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Σάββατο 27 Οκτωβρίου 2012
Our 5th competition!!!!
This is one of the biggest words in English.At 85 letters, it has been listed in the Guinness World Records as the longest place name in the world.It is a mountain in New Zealand
Let's make as many words as possible from this very big word.
You can use every letter only once
Please submit your answers in :tinakranidiotou@yahoo.grTaumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateaturipukakapikimaungahoronukupokaiwhenuakitanatahu.
DEADLINE : SUNDAY NOVEMBER 4th
Good Luck everyone!!!!
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