In a distinguished ceremony, the Corfu Foreign Language Centers Owners Association (SIKXG Corfu) presented LAAS PALSO certificates and NOCN Excellence Awards. The event celebrated the achievements of numerous students who successfully completed their LAAS PALSO examinations in English and German, as well as those who excelled in the NOCN exams.
Hundreds Gather for Recognition
The awards ceremony, held at the Corfu Labor Center’s event hall, drew hundreds of students and their parents, all eager to witness the recognition of hard work and dedication. The atmosphere was one of pride and accomplishment, reflecting the commitment of both students and educators.
Distinguished Guests Highlight Importance of Language Learning
The event was graced by the presence of several prominent figures, underscoring the significance of foreign language education in the region. Among the attendees were Mr. Trepeklis, Governor of the Ionian Islands; Mr. Theodoros Kontzialis, Deputy Governor for Social Policy, Solidarity, and Volunteerism; Mr. Ioannis Zikos, Health and Education Counselor for the Ionian Islands Region; Ms. Kokkali Spyridoula, Deputy Mayor of Circular Economy, Cleanliness, Environment, and Public Relations for North Corfu; and Mr. Dimitrios Sotirkos, representative and board member of the Panhellenic Federation of Foreign Language Center Owners (POIKXG).
In his welcoming address, Governor Trepeklis congratulated the students on their success and extended his gratitude to the parents for their unwavering support. He also commended the Corfu Foreign Language Centers for their consistent, high-quality work and their valuable contribution to the local community.
Mr. Sotirkos conveyed the best wishes and congratulations from Mr. Evangelopoulos, the President of POIKXG. He praised the association’s work and congratulated all the students for their outstanding achievements.
Following the address by Mr. Kouroupis, President of SIKXG Corfu, who spoke about the association’s work and the importance of language proficiency certification exams, the award ceremony commenced. A delightful performance by the Acharavi Children’s Choir, featuring a series of foreign language songs, captivated the audience.
Awards and Recognition for Top Performers
Students who achieved 100% success in the LAAS PALSO exams were awarded free participation in the next level’s examinations, alongside receiving their certificates. This was followed by the presentation of Excellence Awards to students who achieved ‘Excellent’ grades in the NOCN exams. The event concluded with a raffle of various gifts, adding an element of excitement for the attendees.
Acknowledgements and Sponsors
The Board of Directors of SIKXG Corfu expressed its sincere thanks to all the distinguished guests for their presence and support. Special appreciation was extended to the Corfu Labor Center, the Acharavi Women’s Association, the Acharavi Children’s Choir, and Ms. Agathi Koskina, as well as the Panhellenic Federation of Foreign Language Center Owners.
The association also acknowledged the generous sponsorships from publishing houses including Burlington Books, Express Publishing, Grivas Publications, Hamilton House, MM Publications, and SuperCourse. Further gratitude was extended to the Panhellenic Federation of IKEG (PALSO), SIKXG Arta, and GlobalCert for their contributions to the gifts and the event itself.
Finally, SIKXG Corfu thanked all its colleagues and association members who actively support the LAAS PALSO and NOCN examinations, demonstrating their trust in the association’s mission.
Source: https://www.startmediacorfu.gr/o-syllogos-idioktiton-kentron-ksenon-glosson-kerkyras-paredose-pistopoiitika-laas-palso-alla-kai-aristeion-stis-eksetaseis-nocn/
