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Graduation ceremony held for Albanian-American School Graduates in Albania

July 2, 2026 · 1 min read

A festive graduation ceremony was held for the graduating class of the Albanian-American School “Protagonists” of the Orthodox Autocephalous Church of Albania, in the presence of Archbishop Ioannis of Albania.

In his address, Archbishop Ioannis emphasized that the school’s achievements have been built on a foundation of faith and love, noting that its graduates continue their studies in higher education and become valuable contributors to both society and the Church of Albania.

Special tribute was paid to the late Archbishop Anastasios, the founder of the school. Students, parents, and teachers responded with warm and spontaneous applause, expressing their gratitude for his vision and enduring contribution to education in Albania.

The school’s principal and faculty highlighted the institution’s accomplishments and academic success, while students shared emotional memories from their years at the school. Parents also praised the dedication of the teaching staff and their commitment to the education and formation of their children.

During the ceremony, diplomas were awarded to the graduates, while Archbishop Ioannis presented commemorative graduation gifts. He underscored…

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