OUR GREEK PROGRAM
The Academy’s multilingual, multicultural curriculum follows the North Carolina Essential Standards, Common Core, and National Greek Curriculum Standards. Using the Socratic Method to emphasize critical thinking, the program focuses on high academic quality in mathematics, reading, writing, character development, multiculturalism, and early language acquisition.
What is the Socratic Method?
The Socratic Method, used by Socrates, develops ideas in students' minds or elicits admissions to establish propositions through questioning. Known as inquiry-based teaching, it focuses on asking questions rather than providing answers, sparking curiosity and guiding students to explore complex topics independently. Integral to instruction at Socrates Academy, this ancient Greek method effectively engages students and encourages active participation in their education.
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Our Partial Dual Immersion Model
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Socrates Academy uses a partial dual language immersion model, immersing native English speakers daily in Greek Language, Culture, and Math alongside their English instruction. Our curriculum follows the North Carolina World Language Essential Standards and references ACTFL proficiency guidelines and the Center for the Greek Language certification. The program aims to develop comprehensive language skills for effective communication, covering Communication, Culture, Connections, Comparisons, and Communities. This integrated approach creates a robust and immersive language learning environment.​
