QUEENS – On Tuesday, November 25, students at the St. Demetrios Greek American School were treated to a special visit from the acclaimed Greek singer, Klavdia Papadopoulou.
The singer, who goes by Klavdia, and is most known for representing Greece in the Eurovision Song Contest for 2025, joined students, teachers, and staff at the school, where she performed for the students, spoke with them individually, and also posed for photos, shared hugs, and signed autographs.
A post made on St. Demetrios Greek American School’s Facebook page expressed the joy and pride that everyone at the school felt, to experience the “memorable moment.”
“From the moment Klavdia arrived at Saint Demetrios Greek American School, the excitement was unmistakable,” the post read.
“Students and teachers offered a warm welcome with smiles as wide as their pride. Klavdia, gracious, humble, and sincere, radiated a calm presence that made every student feel seen and feel welcomed.”
“During her time with us, she spoke about her journey – from her early days in music to the incredible experience of performing on the Eurovision stage. Her words were heartfelt, encouraging, and inspirational, reminding our students that perseverance, hard work and authenticity can carry them far.”
The highlight of the visit, which touched not only students, but teachers and staff, was when Klavdia sang her Eurovision song, ‘Asteromata’ in the auditorium.
“Without the bright lights of an international stage, her voice filled the room with a quiet power that moved all of our students, leaving a trace of starlight in our hearts,” the Facebook post further noted.
After she performed, Klavdia then took questions, signed autographs, and hugged students.
St. Demetrios Greek American School additionally presented Klavdia with a t-shirt, as well as a bouquet of flowers, as a small token of their gratitude.
“She accepted them with genuine emotion, assuring us that she would always treasure her visit,” the post concluded.
“We extend our heartfelt thanks to Klavdia for sharing her time, her music, and her spirit with us. Her visit is one we will remember warmly and proudly for years to come.”
St. Demetrios School’s Supervising Principal Vasilios Skordas told The National Herald:
“Klavdia’s visit was a great honor for our school community.
“Welcoming an internationally recognized and acclaimed Greek performer reinforced our mission of celebrating Greek culture, language, and identity. Her presence brought excitement, pride, and inspiration to our students and staff, and it created a memorable cultural moment that the school will cherish for years”
“The students were thrilled and genuinely captivated by her presence, performance and personality. You could see the admiration in their eyes as she performed, and many were genuinely moved – not just by her voice, but by her story and how she carries her Greek heritage with such pride.
“Every grade level was buzzing with excitement. Students loved hearing her sing live and getting to connect with her as a person, not just as a star on the international music screen and social media. She became a real, tangible example of what’s possible when you honor your roots and pursue your dreams. The energy didn’t fade when the assembly ended – it carried through the entire day.”
He added how Klavdia’s warmth and willingness to engage with students made the visit even more special.
“Her message about following one’s passion, staying resilient, and being proud of one’s cultural roots resonated strongly with our community,” Skordas said.
“It was not just a performance it was an inspirational encounter that left a lasting impact on both students and staff.”
