"School Is Just School": A Day in Jason's Life

What are some common kids' names at your school?:

It's not even close. The most common boy's name is Γιώργος ("Giorgos," the Greek equivalent of "George"), and the most common girl's name is Μαρία ("Maria"). This is true for Greece as a whole, so it's neat to see that it's literally the case here as well. 

What subjects do you study in school, and which one is your favorite?:

I study the range of STEM and humanities classes most high schools do, plus Greek literature, physical education, and ministry, which are all required by the [Greek] Ministry [of Education] to graduate. I really like my humanities classes, and especially the literature ones, both Greek and English. 

What is your homework like?:

I think that in general, school is just school, so there's not a lot that's new to say here. I've never taken classes in America obviously, but from TV and movies, it seems like my homework is like everyone else's. We read for class, sometimes write essays or complete worksheets, and do group work for presentations. It feels... standard, which is to say a bit boring. 

What do you like to do after school? Do you have a favorite sport or game?:

I play football, and that takes up a lot of my time outside school. As captain, I've been working a lot this year, and it would be a little crazy not to love it and spend all this time doing it, so I'd say it's my favorite. 

Who is your favorite famous person?:

I have to say [Lionel] Messi, especially after the World Cup.

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