Veritas Preparatory School was abuzz with excitement as second graders capped off a unit on Ancient Greece with their very own Olympics. The celebration showcased Veritas’ signature approach to joyful learning, combining creativity, community, and classical education in action.
The second grade students took to the field this past week for the Veritas Olympics, an energetic culmination of their studies on ancient Greece. Donning homemade laurel crowns and colorful togas, students competed in friendly contests inspired by the original Olympic Games. Students competed in teams representing the city-states of Argos, Corinth, Sparta and Athens.
Students demonstrated their prowess in throwing, jumping and relay races, all emphasizing effort, teamwork and good sportsmanship. Parents and teachers cheered from the sidelines as students gave their all, showing both skill and spirit.
“The students loved learning about how the ancient Greeks honored excellence and perseverance,” said second grade teacher Mrs. Buller. “Our goal was to connect history with hands-on experience—and of course, have a lot of fun along the way!”
The day concluded with an awards ceremony celebrating not just the winners but every student’s enthusiasm and dedication. The event captured the Veritas spirit: education rooted in truth, beauty and goodness—brought to life through joyful experience.
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