Mon prof est sur Facebook. On devient amis ou non?

   Il est sûr qu’une grande proportion des élèves a eu la chance de voir le profil d’un prof sur un réseau social comme Instagram. Je crois qu’ils ont hésité et qu’ils ont pensé à la même question: Je l’invite ou pas? Bon, c’est un peu peureux mais je vous assure que les bienfaits sont plusieurs.

Tout d’abord, l’invitation de son prof sur Facebook a quelques risques. Le premier c’est le refus de ton invitation! L’enseignant peut trouver les réseaux sociaux comme une perte de temps. En effet, il est important pour un instituteur de garder des distances. On ne peut pas oublier que le prof est un évaluateur qui doit être respecté. Il peut, donc, que notre invitation sera refusée.

Cependant, ces risques ne sont pas très durs à éviter. Il y a le choix des paramétrer de ton compte. D’ailleurs, quelques profs préfèrent créer un compte sur Instagram car ils pensent que les réseaux sociaux offrent beaucoup d’avantages sur le plan pédagogique. C’est parce que les moyens, nous permettent de poser des questions souvent (les étudiants timides également) pour rassurer notre réponse. Ensuite, l’absence du formalisme entre les réseaux peut améliorer l’ambiance dans la classe et créer des liens plus fortes entre les élèves et le professeur.

Alors, n’hésitez pas à inviter tes instituteurs sur Instagram. Si tu gardes les distances nécessaires, tu pourras profiter de cette nouvelle relation. Ce serait une grande nouvelle expérience pour la vie!

L’Europe, avec sa riche diversité culturelle et linguistique, a toujours été un continent qui célèbre la diversité. Parmi les innombrables langues parlées en Europe, il existe un jour dédié à l’honneur de cette diversité linguistique – la Journée Nationale des Langues Européennes. Cette célébration, qui a lieu chaque année le 26 septembre, témoigne de l’importance des langues dans la formation de l’identité culturelle des nations et dans la promotion de l’unité au sein de la communauté européenne.

Les origines de la Journée Nationale des Langues Européennes remontent au Conseil de l’Europe, une organisation qui promeut les droits de l’homme, la démocratie et la coopération culturelle entre ses États membres. Le Conseil de l’Europe a déclaré le 26 septembre comme la date officielle de cette journée, symbolisant l’importance des langues dans la préservation de la diversité culturelle européenne.

L’Europe abrite une incroyable diversité linguistique, avec plus de 200 langues parlées à travers le continent. Cette diversité va bien au-delà des langues nationales largement reconnues comme le français, l’espagnol, et l’allemand. Des langues régionales, des dialectes uniques et des langues minoritaires font partie intégrante du riche patrimoine linguistique européen. La Journée Nationale des Langues Européennes offre l’opportunité parfaite de célébrer cette variété linguistique exceptionnelle.

Cette journée spéciale encourage également l’apprentissage des langues étrangères. L’apprentissage des langues ne se limite pas seulement à la communication, mais il ouvre également des portes vers de nouvelles cultures, des perspectives différentes et des opportunités économiques. Il renforce les liens entre les peuples et favorise la compréhension interculturelle, des éléments essentiels pour construire un avenir harmonieux en Europe.

La Journée Nationale des Langues Européennes est bien plus qu’une simple célébration des langues. C’est un rappel puissant de l’importance de la diversité linguistique dans la création d’une Europe unie et interconnectée. En honorant les langues qui tissent la riche toile culturelle de l’Europe, cette journée renforce les liens entre les nations, encourage l’éducation multilingue et promeut la compréhension mutuelle. C’est une célébration de l’unité dans la diversité, un principe fondamental qui définit l’essence de l’Europe moderne.

Éric Psomadelis, A5, année scolaire 2023-2024

En route vers Paris 2024: le plus grand événement sportif mondial, les jeux olympiques

La langue de Molière est la première langue officielle du Comité Olympique, car Pierre de Coubertin, son créateur, est un Français !

Il est vrai que les jeux modernes existent grâce à un Français, mais les JO sont à l’origine grecque! Le sport en général est né en Grèce : il y a des mots français comme athlète, triathlon ou marathon, qui le montrent, il y a d’autres des racines grecques très utilisées comme cyclo- (cercle), hippo- (cheval), bi (deux), déca (dix). Les Grecs et de nombreux athlètes sont représentés dans l’art de l’antiquité: des statues de marbre ou de bronze, des peintures sur des vases ou des fresques. Pour les Grecs l’exercice du corps fait autant partie de l’éducation que du développement de l’esprit. «Esprit sain dans un corps sain» existe pour montrer que le physique et l’intellectuel ne sont pas différents.

Dans l’antiquité les jeux ont eu lieu tous les quatre ans, période appelée olympiade. À l’origine, les JO étaient une cérémonie religieuse. Le mythe antique souligne que Zeus, le dieu des dieux, a inventé ces compétitions. Les premiers jeux s’appellent « olympiques » car ils se déroulent dans le site sacré d’Olympie qui est le lieu avec un grand temple construit pour Zeus. Les touristes peuvent visiter aujourd’hui ce site antique, près de la ville moderne d’Olympie, et son musée archéologique. Pendant les jeux et pour cinq jours, la guerre entre les cités grecques s’arrête, c’est un temps de paix, afin que aux athlètes et les spectateurs voyagent en sécurité jusqu’à Olympie.

Qui pouvait participer à ces jeux? Il faut être grec, de condition libre c’est-à-dire citoyen sauf les esclaves qui étaient exclus. Les femmes ne pouvaient ni participer ni regarder les jeux. Mais une course spéciale était organisée pour celles qui n’étaient pas encore mariées : elles couraient à pied sur 160 mètres, en septembre, en l’honneur d’Héra, la femme de Zeus. Elles portaient des robes spéciales assez courtes pour pouvoir bouger. Les vainqueurs de chaque discipline recevaient une couronne d’olivier, mais aussi de l’argent.

Et aujourd’hui, Paris est la ville qui acquière les JO de 2024. La première fois était en 1900, la deuxième fois en 1924. La France a déjà organisé les jeux d’hiver trois fois, à Chamonix, à Grenoble et à Albertville. Les Jeux Olympiques de 2024 se tiennent du 26 juillet au 11 août 2024, et, pour la première fois, les Jeux Paralympiques, du 28 août au 8 septembre 2024. Les Jeux Olympiques et Paralympiques (JOP) auront lieu au centre de Paris comme la Tour Eiffel, le Grand Palais, la place de la Concorde mais aussi dans les environs, en Ile-de-France, dans le stade de France, le stade Roland Garros, ou les jardins du château de Versailles. Finalement, les jeux se passent aussi en province : dans les stades de Bordeaux, Nantes, Lyon, Saint-Etienne, Nice et Marseille pour le football. La ville de Lille accueille tous les matchs de handball et Marseille organise les compétitions de voile.

Pour conclure, les organisateurs des JO de Paris sont soucieux des problématiques françaises et mondiales. Le sport doit montrer de nouveaux modèles de vie et de consommation et conduire à des valeurs durables dans la société. Ils veulent promouvoir l’égalité entre hommes/femmes, des actions d’intégrer dans un groupe, le fait de s’aider les uns les autres. Les JOP s’engagent pour le climat et affichent leur respect de l’environnement pour mieux préserver l’écologie.

Le plus grand événement du monde doit être un modèle pour les générations futures.  En route vers les JO 2024 à Paris !!

Éric Psomadelis, Classe A5, année scolaire 2023-2024

Horror fiction is a genre which is intended to disturb and frighten the viewers, but with the rising amount of adolescents trying to scare themselves by watching these films, many aspects have become altered to fit a much broader audience. Likewise in the popular film scream in which the disturbing gore and murder become alleviated by the drama of exaggeration and use of comedy it has become popular with people of all ages and is even considered to be one of the «classics». This movie was great because, while being one of the most known “Slasher films”, it is also a perfect parody of other seemingly great horror films, since it fully jeopardizes the “traditional” scripts in which actors have to act out ridiculously over exaggerated scenes.

The original film made in 1996 gives the viewer an experience like no other. Everything from the script to the actors in the aspects of reality seen in the show really bring chills to someone’s spine. Really, the gore isn’t a huge liability, since it is humorously delivered in a way which mocks other films. This movie is much more than common horror. The exaggeration in certain facial expressions paired with the obliviousness of the characters to the events happening, poking fun at “serious” thrillers, brings about the perfect satirical drama which is exactly what this film is all about.

Since this film was such a hit it was only a matter of time before a remake was released. Most people watching the original movie, didn’t quite catch that the film wasn’t only a scary one, but a satirical interpretation and different take on other films under the same genre. Although being genuinely enjoyable, witty and fun it is easy to tell that the originality of this masterpiece was lost. Sarcastic moments of exaggeration became dull, seemingly “serious” moments of a horror film like any other, which really erased the idea of «Scream» in the first place. This downgraded the film from an entrepreneurial masterpiece to a common thriller.

On the whole I encourage horror film devotees to watch both movies and see for themselves what the dilemma regarding legacy versus imitation is all about. even though both films are really good adaptations, I believe it is fairly easy to distinguish which one is upstanding and which one is merely an okay film which fell into the trap of modern film-making instead of sticking to the original style of the first movie.

Horror fiction is a genre which is intended to disturb and frighten the viewers, but with the rising amount of adolescents trying to scare themselves by watching these films, many aspects have become altered to fit a much broader audience. Likewise in the popular film scream in which the disturbing gore and murder become alleviated by the drama of exaggeration and use of comedy it has become popular with people of all ages and is even considered to be one of the «classics». This movie was great because, while being one of the most known “Slasher films”, it is also a perfect parody of other seemingly great horror films, since it fully jeopardizes the “traditional” scripts in which actors have to act out ridiculously over exaggerated scenes.

The original film made in 1996 gives the viewer an experience like no other. Everything from the script to the actors in the aspects of reality seen in the show really bring chills to someone’s spine. Really, the gore isn’t a huge liability, since it is humorously delivered in a way which mocks other films. This movie is much more than common horror. The exaggeration in certain facial expressions paired with the obliviousness of the characters to the events happening, poking fun at “serious” thrillers, brings about the perfect satirical drama which is exactly what this film is all about.

Since this film was such a hit it was only a matter of time before a remake was released. Most people watching the original movie, didn’t quite catch that the film wasn’t only a scary one, but a satirical interpretation and different take on other films under the same genre. Although being genuinely enjoyable, witty and fun it is easy to tell that the originality of this masterpiece was lost. Sarcastic moments of exaggeration became dull, seemingly “serious” moments of a horror film like any other, which really erased the idea of «Scream» in the first place. This downgraded the film from an entrepreneurial masterpiece to a common thriller.

On the whole I encourage horror film devotees to watch both movies and see for themselves what the dilemma regarding legacy versus imitation is all about. even though both films are really good adaptations, I believe it is fairly easy to distinguish which one is upstanding and which one is merely an okay film which fell into the trap of modern film-making instead of sticking to the original style of the first movie.

Argyro Marinou, B3

Artistic genres encompass a vast array of styles, forms, and expressions that reflect the multifaceted nature of human creativity. From the emotional intensity of Romanticism to the geometric precision of Cubism, each genre serves as a lens through which artists explore and communicate their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. The connection between art and emotions is intrinsic, as artists often draw inspiration from their emotional landscapes to create works that resonate with audiences on a deeply personal level.

One of the most prominent artistic genres, Romanticism, emerged in the late 18th century as a reaction against the rationalism of the Enlightenment era. Romantic artists sought to evoke powerful emotions through their work, often depicting sublime landscapes, turbulent scenes of nature, and intense human experiences. Painters like J.M.W. Turner captured the awe-inspiring power of nature in works such as «The Slave Ship,» where the tumultuous sea becomes a metaphor for the struggle against oppression.

Moving into the 20th century, the emergence of movements like Cubism and Surrealism challenged traditional notions of representation and reality, pushing the boundaries of artistic expression. Cubist painters such as Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque fragmented forms and perspectives, inviting viewers to engage with art in new and unconventional ways.

Surrealist artists, including Salvador Dalí and René Magritte, delved into the realm of the subconscious, exploring dreams, fantasies, and the irrational aspects of the human psyche. Dalí’s melting clocks in «The Persistence of Memory» create a surreal dreamscape where time itself seems to lose its grip, while Magritte’s «The Son of Man» confronts the viewer with the enigmatic presence of a bowler-hatted figure obscuring its own face with an apple, inviting interpretation and introspection.

Artistic genres not only serve as vehicles for individual expression but also as reflections of the cultural, social, and political contexts in which they arise. The Renaissance, for example, witnessed a revival of interest in classical antiquity and a celebration of human potential and achievement. Artists like Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo embraced humanism, exploring the beauty and complexity of the human form in their paintings and sculptures.

In contrast, the Baroque period was characterized by grandeur, drama, and emotion, as seen in the works of artists such as Caravaggio and Rembrandt. Caravaggio’s use of chiaroscuro and intense theatricality imbued his paintings with a sense of immediacy and intensity, while Rembrandt’s masterful use of light and shadow captured the psychological depth and complexity of his subjects.

In conclusion, artistic genres encompass a diverse array of styles, forms, and expressions that reflect the rich tapestry of human experience. Whether through painting, music, literature, or performance art, artists throughout history have sought to evoke emotions, provoke thought, and stir the soul of the viewer, listener, or reader. The connection between art and emotions is profound and enduring, serving as a testament to the power of creativity to transcend boundaries and touch the deepest recesses of the human spirit.

Despoina Sali, A4

Milestones of Greek Sports Teams in Europe: Highlights of the 2023-2024 Season

The 2023-2024 season has been a landmark period for Greek sports teams competing in Europe. From football and basketball to volleyball and water polo, Greek teams have achieved significant milestones, demonstrating their prowess and enhancing their reputation across the continent. Here’s a closer look at their remarkable achievements.

Football: Greek Clubs Shining Bright

Olympiacos Piraeus made a substantial impact in the UEFA Europa League this season. The team advanced to the knockout stages, putting on a series of impressive performances against top-tier European clubs. A memorable highlight was their thrilling victory over West Ham United in the group stages, which secured their progression and boosted their UEFA ranking points. Additionally,the red and whites of Piraeus secured an advance in the UEFA Europa Conference League Final, which takes place in Athens. That was only the second time that a Greek team made it to the finals of a European competition in football after Panathinaikos in the UEFA Champions League back in 1971.

PAOK Thessaloniki also made a great European run through the competition of UEFA Europa Conference League.More specifically the black and whites finished in the first place of their group for the first time in club’s history and advanced to the round of 16, where they faced Croatian side Dynamo Zagreb, which they eliminated and advanced to the quarter finals for the second time in three seasons.

Panathinaikos also made an impressive comeback in European competitions, eliminating the French powerhouse Olympique de Marseille in UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE qualifiers. Afterwards having been advanced in UEFA Europa League group stage they managed to win in the first round of games the former UEL winners Villareal CF. Even if the European run didn’t conclude as it was presumed,

Panathinaikos showed us that its future in European competitions remains bright.

 Basketball: Greek Giants Making Waves

In the EuroLeague, Olympiacos BC has had a remarkable season. They secured a top-four finish in the regular season, showcasing their dominance and consistency. Key victories against powerhouses like Real Madrid and Anadolu Efes were highlights of their campaign. Olympiacos BC’s journey was marked by stellar performances from their star players and a cohesive team strategy that has made them a formidable force in European basketball. Panathinaikos BC also made significant strides in the EuroLeague. They reached the playoffs, overcoming several challenges along the way. Notable wins against teams like FC Barcelona and Maccabi Tel Aviv underscored their potential. The team’s resilience and tactical prowess have been pivotal in their European success this season .Both of the teams advanced in the final four of Berlin.

 Volleyball: Greek Teams on the Rise

Olympiacos Men’s Volleyball Team  had an impressive run in the CEV Champions League. They advanced to the quarterfinals, displaying high levels of skill and teamwork. Their matches were characterized by intense rallies and strategic play, earning them recognition from volleyball enthusiasts across Europe.

The PAOK Women’s Volleyball Team also made waves in the CEV Cup. They reached the semifinals, demonstrating exceptional performance and determination. Their success in Europe has brought increased attention to women’s volleyball in Greece and inspired a new generation of athletes.

 Water Polo: Dominance in the Pool

Greek water polo teams have continued to excel on the European stage. The Olympiacos Men’s Water Polo Team reached the finals of the LEN Champions League, cementing their status as one of the top teams in Europe. Their journey was marked by dominant performances and strategic brilliance in the pool.

The Ethnikos Women’s Water Polo Team had a successful run in the LEN Euro League, reaching the semifinals. Their strong defense and cohesive team play were pivotal in their European campaign, highlighting the depth of talent in Greek water polo.

 Conclusion

The 2023-2024 season has been a testament to the growth and resilience of Greek sports teams in Europe. The milestones achieved by these teams not only reflect their hard work and dedication but also enhance the profile of Greek sports on the international stage. As Greek teams continue to build on these successes, they inspire hope and pride among their supporters, setting the stage for even greater achievements in the future.

Panagiotis Alevizos, B1

While I enjoy all green traditions the one which sticks out to me the most is one which symbolizes the beginning of spring. On the first day of March the Greeks wear a white and red bracelet made by thread which is called «Martaki». This bracelet is to be worn on one’s wrist throughout the entire month with the intention of protecting them against the extreme weather conditions of March along with avoiding getting burnt by the sun. What is really interesting about this tradition, is that it is shared among most other countries in the Balkans, tightening the already close bonds between them. Even so, this custom changes and adapts accordingly, so while wearing the bracelet is a shared action, the meaning of the bracelet changes from country to country.

This custom has its origins in ancient times and has been celebrated by generations hundreds of years before us. There is a belief that it’s s custom rooted in mythology, where the God “Sun” who came down on earth to partake in a celebration was kidnapped by a dragon and lost the ability to shine his light and radiate warmth to the world. Some adolescents fought the dragon and freed the God, and it is said that the red and white bracelet symbolizes the blood of the dragon on the snow, which then melted and created a rich soil for flowers and crops to grow. Others believe the white thread symbolizes the melting snow, while the red thread the setting sun, which is a common change in climate we witness during spring. After the bracelet is taken off so say to hang the bracelet on a tree once the first signs of spring are seen, so the swallows can take it and use it for the creation of their nests.

There really is no known origin of this tradition. What truly is mesmerizing, is how even if we are unsure of its true meaning, we have given it a new one, one of purity and anticipation of the coming of spring! I cannot imagine my childhood without me impatiently waiting for the first of March so my grandma could help me make bracelets for me and my friends, and then going to school excited to give them away. It is a custom not associated with the church, so there are really no hesitations to pay attention to if you are not of orthodox beliefs and are visiting or located in Greece!

Argyro Marinou, B3

Olympiacos was founded in 1925 and since then he has been one of the most feared greek clubs with exemplary performances both in football and basketball.

The accomplishes of olympiacos fc track back to 1931 when they won their first greek super ligue, only 6 years after their creation. Since then olympiacos has lifted the greek super ligue 47 more times, with the last one being only a few years back in 2022. Although all those trophys are enough to seal a place in the hall of fame of greece, olympiacos fc did not stop there, he also went  on to win 28 greek cups with the last one being in 2020 with a comfortable 0-1 win against AEK fc in the final.

Despite his success in greece, olympiacos was not fortunate enough to carry that same success on to the european competitions with his greatest placement up to date being a quarterfinal in the champions league. These past few years olympiacos has had a rough patch in both greece and europe with a lot of coaches coming in and out of the club without making any impact.

Thankfully this bad period of time for the olympiakos fans might be coming to an end with jose luis medilibar, the former coach of sevilla, taking a place on the bench of olympiacos.

Since the signing of coach medilibar, olympiacos has made an insane comeback on the greek super ligue with him only being a few points of the top, not to mention olympiacos’ insane european run with him knocking out teams such as Aston villa and fenerbahce in the uefa conference ligue to make it to the final of the competition, where he will face fiorentina in his home city Athens. The appearance of olympiacos in the uecl final will be the first time we see a greek team compete in a european competition final after 53 years.

In spite of the incredible performance of the senior team of olympiakos in europe, the amazing performace of the olympiacos u-19 squad should be taken into appreciation, with the youth team of olympiacos winning the first european trophy for a greek team with a 3-0 win over the milan youth team on the final of the UYL competition.

As I mentioned prior olympiakos is not only a successful football club but he has dominated in many other sports such as basketball, volleyball and others and with a recent championship of the olympiacos water polo team, olympiacos was crowned the most decorated club across all the sports worldwide with a staggering 310 trophies.

Also one deciding factor on all those championships has been the support that olympiacos has been getting from his fans, which have been voted one of the most passionate fan groups of all time .

To sum up, olympiacos will go down as one of the most accomplished and decorated clubs to ever exist as the club seems to be moving forward every year without looking back at any upsets it finds on its way.

Michael Geroditis, A1

The ecological footprint of cotton t-shirt production is a critical aspect of the fashion industry. This presentation aims to assess the environmental impact of cotton tshirt production and explore potential solutions to reduce its ecological footprint.

COTTON CULTIVATION

Cotton cultivation involves extensive use of water, pesticides, and fertilizers. The environmental impact of cotton cultivation extends to soil degradation and water pollution, making it a significant contributor to the ecological footprint of cotton tshirt production.

GARMENT PRODUCTION

The garment production phase involves cutting, sewing, and finishing processes, each of which contributes to the ecological footprint. Waste generation, energy consumption, and transportation emissions are key factors to consider in assessing the environmental impact of cotton t-shirt production.

CONSUMER BEHAVIOR

Understanding consumer behavior is essential in evaluating the ecological footprint of cotton t-shirt production. Factors such as fast fashion, overconsumption, and disposal habits significantly impact the environmental sustainability of cotton t-shirt production. Understanding consumer behavior is essential in evaluating the ecological footprint of cotton t-shirt production. Factors such as fast fashion, overconsumption, and disposal habits significantly impact the environmental sustainability of cotton t-shirt production.

CONCLUSION

Assessing the ecological footprint of cotton t-shirt production reveals the significant environmental impact of the fashion industry. By adopting sustainable practices and promoting responsible consumer behavior, we can work towards reducing the ecological footprint and creating a more environmentally conscious approach to cotton t-shirt production.

Thodoris Touloumis,A5