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ACS Athens is a student-centered international school, embracing American educational philosophy, principles and values. A World Class International School Leading Innovation in Education Ethos is a bi-annual publication of ACS Athens showcasing the life and activity of the Institution Publisher: ACS Athens Editor-in-Chief and Creative Director: Leda Tsoukia Production team: Peggy Pelonis, John Papadakis, Stacy Filippou, Anna Velivasaki, Marianna Savvas Contributors: ACS Athens Faculty, Staff, Students, Parents and Alumni Art Direction and layout design: Artwise Printing: Demetrios A. Psillidis and Co Copyright © 2012. All rights reserved. No part of this magazine (text or images) may be reproduced without the consent of the publisher.
How to contact us:
Office of the President: ext. 201 Office of Enrollment Management & Communications & Technology ext. 263 Admissions Office: ext. 263, 251 Reception: ext. 206, 233 Office of Alumni Affairs ext. 207 Human Resources Office ext. 204 Business Office ext. 202, 207 Institute for Innovation and Creativity ext. 402 Office of Student Services ext. 226 Cashier: ext. 208 Bookstore: ext. 214 Transportation Office ext. 239 Health Office ext. 217 Cafeteria ext. 236 Academy Office ext. 222 Academy Discipline ext. 404 Middle School Office ext. 261
Through excellence in teaching and diverse educational experiences, ACS Athens challenges all students to realize their unique potential: academically, intellectually, socially and ethically – to thrive as responsible global citizens.
Cover Story Middle School Discipline ext. 267 Elementary School Office ext. 229 IB Office ext. 247, 248 Stavros Niarchos Learning Center ext. 237, 265 HS/MS Media Center / Library ext. 219, 220 ES Library ext. 293 Athletic Office ext. 327, 401 Theater Office ext. 331, 302 Security ext. 240 Night Entrance Security 210 6393555
Socrates’ belief for the need of ethical leadership was so strong that he preferred to self-execute his death sentence for civil disobedience than betray his teachings, that eventually influenced people throughout history. Socrates’ views on leadership centered around finding and using the truth for the betterment of the self and society. He believed that people are born with knowledge already within them, and it is the duty of ethical leaders to bring truths out of others for the advancement of society.
American Community Schools of Athens 129 Aghias Paraskevis St, GR 152 34 Halandri, Athens, Greece Αγίας Παρασκευής 129, 152 34 Χαλάνδρι, Αθήνα, Ελλάδα Tel.: 210 639 3200-3 • 210 601 6152 • Fax: 210 639 0051 E-mail: acs@acs.gr • Web: www.acs.gr
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