Some students leave a quiet but unforgettable mark on our school—and Mirte, our beloved student from the Netherlands, is certainly one of them.
Mirte joined our Athens school for four weeks, and from the very beginning, she brought with her a calm, unique energy that quickly found its place in the rhythm of our daily school life.
From Quiet Beginnings to Feeling at Home
During her first two weeks, Mirte joined a group course and appeared a little shy and reserved. However, as the group dynamic changed and no other students remained at her level, she continued her lessons individually—and this is when something truly beautiful began to happen.
Mirte started to blossom. With each day, she grew more confident, more open, and more connected to the people around her. The school became her second home. She would often stay after class, sharing stories and laughter, and having lunch with us—usually a salad (9 times out of 10!) prepared with her typical Dutch precision and simplicity.
More Than a Student
Mirte’s warm presence wasn’t limited to the classroom. She introduced us to her husband, who visited during her stay, shared moments of joy and conversation, and even offered us a wonderful workout session, teaching as a professional instructor—her thoughtful way of giving back to the school community.
At the end of her course, she surprised and deeply moved us by offering personalized, heartwarming cards to each member of our team—each one written with love, appreciation, and a personal touch we will never forget.
A Linguistic and Personal Journey
Mirte also achieved great progress in her Greek. Thanks to her commitment, daily practice, and enthusiastic nature, she reached the A2 level and proudly received her school certificate. What made her learning journey even more impressive was the way she applied it: she would start Greek conversations with locals at every possible opportunity—from bakeries and markets to coffee shops and parks—connecting with the city in the most genuine way.
Ευχαριστούμε, Mirte ❤️
Thank you, Mirte, for your kindness, generosity, curiosity, and trust. You reminded us that learning a language is not just about grammar and vocabulary—it’s about sharing, belonging, and growing together.
We are proud of your progress, your heart, and the way you made Alexander the Great School in Athens feel like home—not just for yourself, but for all of us too.
