Greek Experience Ministry
(Formerly Greek School)
“If the violin is the most perfect musical instrument, the Greek language is the violin of the human thought.” Helen Keller
Originally begun by Presvytera Kay Efstathiu and reignited by Presvytera Eleni Palumbis in 2012, Nativity of Christ is proud to offer Greek language classes for all ages and skill levels. Our Greek School teachers are now leading the program via committee to establish the most effective leadership process for the needs of the school. Our mission is to provide Greek language development in our community through educational strategies that enhance conversation, reading and writing skills.
Greek Experience Ministry resumes in person classes Wednesdays this fall. Below is a list of classes offered for the 2025-2026 school year.
Meet the Teachers
Eirini Karatzaferi
I was born and raised in Athens, Greece and moved to Marin County in 2011. I met my husband in Greece and we have an amazing daughter. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Women’s health and I have taught at the Greek School since 2012. My focus since that time is teaching the Greek language to children and adults of every level. I believe that each child learns differently and at their own pace, thus I try to customize the lessons according to the needs of each student.
Chrisa Zotalis
My name is Chrisa Zotalis. I was raised partly in Greece during my youth and then in San Francisco, California. I have three wonderful children with my husband who moved here from Greece in 2011. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and a Master’s in Single Subject Education. I currently teach ‘Beginner’s Greek’ at Nativity of Christ Church, by implementing a variety of teaching strategies that focus on conversational skill building.
Our Programs
Pre-K (in-person)
This in-person class is comprised of kids aged 4 -5 and the duration is 1 hour. They will be learning the language through songs, arts and crafts, stories and playing. They will be learning to identify letters in the Greek alphabet, numbers, colors, shapes and expanding their overall vocabulary.
Beginner Level Greek (in-person)
This in-person class is comprised of kids aged 6+ and the duration is 1.5 hours. This is a beginner Greek class working on identifying letters, putting them together to form words and developing our speaking abilities in Greek. The curriculum will be taught through reading books, doing worksheets, singing songs, and doing crafts.
Pre-Intermediate Level Greek (in-person)
This in-person class is comprised of kids aged 6+ and the duration is 1.5 hours. This is a class designed for students who know the Greek letters, and can read and write simple words. The focus of this class is instructions of grammar, vocabulary expansion, reading and writing. Students by the end of the year should be able to carry out full conversations.
Adult Beginner Greek (online) - TBD
This 1 hour zoom class will be with students who have basic knowledge of the Greek alphabet and the ability to read the language. The level is beginner covering basic conversation topics such as ordering a meal, describing family members, and talking about someone’s favorite things. The class will go over basic grammar rules, focus on new vocabulary weekly and practice reading, writing, and speaking skills.
Adult Intermediate Level Greek (online) - TBD
This 1 hour zoom class is designed for students that already can read and write. The focus of this class is instructions of grammar, vocabulary expansion, reading and writing. Students by the end of the year should be able to carry out full conversations.