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  • TCA Arshag Dickranian School Celebrates Armenian Cultural Month

    TCA Arshag Dickranian Armenian School
    1200 N. Cahuenga Blvd.
    Los Angeles, CA 90038
    Tel: 323-461-4377
    Fax: 323-323-461-4247


    TCA Arshag Dickranian School Celebrates
    Armenian Cultural Month With An All-Day


    Event


    Los Angeles, October 30, 2013 - In observance of the Armenian Cultural
    Month in October, TCA Arshag Dickranian School held an all-day special
    celebratory event on Monday, October 28, at the Walter and Laurel Karabian
    Hall. The event was organized by the school administration, Armenian
    department teachers and music teacher. Honorary guests of the event
    included His eminence Arch. Hovnan Derderian, Primate of the Western
    Diocese, along with Father Manoug Markarian of St. John Church and School
    Board Chairman Mr. George K. Mandossian. Principal Dr. Manoug Seraydarian,
    students, parents, guests, teachers and school staff gathered at the school
    courtyard in the morning, anticipating to enjoy a day of various artistic
    performances, Armenian food and games.

    Prior to the commencement of the celebratory functions at the Walter and
    Laurel Karabian Hall, Kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Aline Bezdigian, conducted
    an amusing puppet show for students ranging from Prekindergarten to 3rd
    grade. At 11:00 a.m., senior student Nerses Bogosyan delivered the opening
    remarks of the event in which he greeted and welcomed the attendants and
    guests, stressing upon the significance of the event as a reminder of the
    Armenian culture and identity. Next, elementary Armenian teacher Mrs.
    Arevik Nazaryan presented the 4th and 5th grade students, who played a
    short skit written by Kindergarten teacher Mrs. Bezdigian. Dressed in
    traditional Armenian costumes, the children read heartfelt letters to the
    great Armenian King Dickran Medz in an emotional performance. Next, the
    first special guest of the event, Mrs. Seda Hayrian, a known teacher and TV
    host in the past, addressed the students about Armenia and its history.
    Mrs. Hayrian talked about Armenian historical figures who played a
    significant role in shaping and sustaining the Armenian culture, such as
    Mesrob Mashdots and Komitas, and Armenian painters from the Medieval period
    who have left a rich heritage for Armenians to admire and be proud of. Mrs.
    Hayrian also talked about non-Armenian poets such as Lord Byron who had
    learned the Armenian language and culture and have praised them.

    After Mrs. Hayrian's seminar, Armenian Department Chairperson, Mrs. Anahit
    Nasoyan, invited Arch. Hovnan Derderian to deliver his message to the
    students. Arch. Derderian spoke about the importance of maintaining the
    Christian identity of Armenia and concluded his remarks by conducting a
    pledge in which students vowed to safeguard their Armenian heritage and
    strive to serve their community and motherland. Next, popular Armenian
    singer Hovhannes Shahbazyan took the Karabian stage and sang several
    Armenian popular songs ending his series with Komitas's "Horovell" to which
    students and parents clapped and cheered, igniting an air of celebration in
    the hall.

    After Mr. Shahbazyan's performance, attendants were invited to enjoy the
    authentic Armenian dishes and drinks that were served in the courtyard of
    the school by students. Attendants and guests mingled together, savoring
    the food and music, after which they gathered around the basketball court
    to cheer for the 10th and 11th graders in their spirited basketball match.

    Following the basketball game, attendants of the event reconvened at the
    Karabian Hall for the second part of the program which included recitation
    of Armenian poetry arranged by junior high Armenian teacher Mrs. Nazelie
    Kojayan, Armenian folk dances presented by the junior high and high school
    students and songs performed by the school choir, which was conducted by
    music teacher Mr. Keshishian. High school student Armine Gulyan as usual
    delighted the guests with her beautiful operatic voice singing the classic
    Armenian song "Garmeer Vart" and junior high students recited Armenian
    poetry.

    Following the various cultural performances, Principal Seraydarian thanked
    the teachers, performing students and supportive parents for their effort
    and devotion in organizing this event. He also invited parents to
    participate in future events and work hand in hand in order to achieve the
    school's noble goals.

    The last act of the event was delivered by singer Ani Christy, one of
    Armenia's most famous pop stars, who performed her hit songs, to which
    parents and students started a circle dance. Ani Christy ended her
    appearance as students joined her on the stage and danced with her during
    her last song. The cheerful performance lit the hall with joy and brought
    the celebration to a lively end.

    TCA Arshag Dickranian School would like to thank Arch. Hovnan Derderian and
    Fr. Manoug Markarian for their continuous moral support to the school and
    the event's special guests program host Seda Hayrian and performing artists
    Hovhannes Shahbazyan and Ani Christy for devoting their valuable time to
    entertain and inspire students. The school also highly appreciates the
    generosity of the parents who donated food and funds to support the school
    and make the event possible.

    Located at 1200 N. Cahuenga Blvd., Los Angeles, the TCA Arshag Dickranian
    Armenian School is a federally tax exempt, Pre-K to 12th grade private
    educational institution. For more information visit the school's website
    www.dickranianschool.org.

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