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DIOCESE'S KHRIMIAN LYCEUM MARKS 25 YEARS
Armenian Weekly
June 14, 2012
The Diocese's Khrimian Lyceum marked the 25th anniversary of its
establishment with a cultural program at the Diocesan Center on Sat.,
May 19.
Students perform Hagop Baronian's comedy 'The Perils of Politeness.'
Archbishop Yeghishe Gizirian presided over the afternoon program,
during which students showcased their talent through musical
performances, poetry recitations, and other activities. Rev. Fr.
Mardiros Chevian, the dean of St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral, was
also present.
One highlight was the performance, in Armenian, of Hagop Baronian's
comedy "The Perils of Politeness." The play was directed by Vartan
Garniki, and featured students Arthur Ipek, Arthur Kesenci, Ara
Arsenian, and Vahe Gemdzian.
A dance choreographed by Naira Lazarian had students executing
elaborate footwork while donning traditional Armenian costumes.
Students also sang a selection of songs under the direction of Maro
Partamian, with Florence Avakian accompanying on the piano. They
recited poetry and gave performances on the piano, trumpet, and
violin. Tamar Tokman sang and gave a solo dance performance.
A brief documentary titled "What it Means to Be Armenian" was screened
for the audience. It was prepared by the Lyceum students earlier in
the academic year with assistance from instructor Lisa Kletjian. The
film featured young people's reflections on their understanding of
Armenian identity.
The audience-which was comprised of Khrimian Lyceum alumni, staff,
parents, and other guests-also enjoyed a slideshow of photographs
highlighting the institution's 25-year history.
Archbishop Gizirian closed the program with a message and benediction.
He encouraged the youth to preserve their heritage and continue their
involvement in the life of the Armenian Church.
"The cultural and faith basics the students receive are enhanced
with their artistic expression in the Armenian tradition," said
Gilda Buchakjian, director of the Khrimian Lyceum and the Diocese's
coordinator of Armenian studies. "In addition, the students feel a
strong sense of camaraderie among their peers and can't wait to get
together during the Lyceum sessions."
The Khrimian Lyceum was founded in 1987. The project was spearheaded by
Sylva der Stepanian, the Diocese's former Armenian studies coordinator,
under the guidance of then-Primate Archbishop Torkom Manoogian. The
educational program takes its name from Catholicos Mkrtich Khrimian,
a great proponent of equal education for men and women who officially
established the Armenian Church of America in 1898.
In its quarter-century of activity, the Khrimian Lyceum has helped
countless young people strengthen their Armenian-language skills
and develop a deeper understanding of the Armenian faith, history,
and culture.
An art show of student work on display highlighted scenes from the
Lyceum's history. Students also unveiled a commemorative yearbook,
co-edited by Tamar Tokman and Christopher Artun, dedicated to the
25th anniversary celebration.
"It was an exciting celebration," said Buchakjian. "The credit goes
first to the parents who are cognizant about the importance of this
identity-building education and to the teachers who communicate it."
Other students participating in Saturday's program included Armen
Arsenian, Varujan Belekdanian, Shant Bekarian, Armen Bjimenian, Daniela
Haigian, Talar Hovsepian, Sarine Kabarajian, Patrick Kerestejian,
Matthew Krikorian, Arthur Mouradian, Julia Naldjian, Lara Ozyan,
Christina Rymond, Brian Sarafian, Kyle Torosian, Andrew and Linda
Yenicag, and Lerna Yesiltepe.
From: Baghdasarian
Armenian Weekly
June 14, 2012
The Diocese's Khrimian Lyceum marked the 25th anniversary of its
establishment with a cultural program at the Diocesan Center on Sat.,
May 19.
Students perform Hagop Baronian's comedy 'The Perils of Politeness.'
Archbishop Yeghishe Gizirian presided over the afternoon program,
during which students showcased their talent through musical
performances, poetry recitations, and other activities. Rev. Fr.
Mardiros Chevian, the dean of St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral, was
also present.
One highlight was the performance, in Armenian, of Hagop Baronian's
comedy "The Perils of Politeness." The play was directed by Vartan
Garniki, and featured students Arthur Ipek, Arthur Kesenci, Ara
Arsenian, and Vahe Gemdzian.
A dance choreographed by Naira Lazarian had students executing
elaborate footwork while donning traditional Armenian costumes.
Students also sang a selection of songs under the direction of Maro
Partamian, with Florence Avakian accompanying on the piano. They
recited poetry and gave performances on the piano, trumpet, and
violin. Tamar Tokman sang and gave a solo dance performance.
A brief documentary titled "What it Means to Be Armenian" was screened
for the audience. It was prepared by the Lyceum students earlier in
the academic year with assistance from instructor Lisa Kletjian. The
film featured young people's reflections on their understanding of
Armenian identity.
The audience-which was comprised of Khrimian Lyceum alumni, staff,
parents, and other guests-also enjoyed a slideshow of photographs
highlighting the institution's 25-year history.
Archbishop Gizirian closed the program with a message and benediction.
He encouraged the youth to preserve their heritage and continue their
involvement in the life of the Armenian Church.
"The cultural and faith basics the students receive are enhanced
with their artistic expression in the Armenian tradition," said
Gilda Buchakjian, director of the Khrimian Lyceum and the Diocese's
coordinator of Armenian studies. "In addition, the students feel a
strong sense of camaraderie among their peers and can't wait to get
together during the Lyceum sessions."
The Khrimian Lyceum was founded in 1987. The project was spearheaded by
Sylva der Stepanian, the Diocese's former Armenian studies coordinator,
under the guidance of then-Primate Archbishop Torkom Manoogian. The
educational program takes its name from Catholicos Mkrtich Khrimian,
a great proponent of equal education for men and women who officially
established the Armenian Church of America in 1898.
In its quarter-century of activity, the Khrimian Lyceum has helped
countless young people strengthen their Armenian-language skills
and develop a deeper understanding of the Armenian faith, history,
and culture.
An art show of student work on display highlighted scenes from the
Lyceum's history. Students also unveiled a commemorative yearbook,
co-edited by Tamar Tokman and Christopher Artun, dedicated to the
25th anniversary celebration.
"It was an exciting celebration," said Buchakjian. "The credit goes
first to the parents who are cognizant about the importance of this
identity-building education and to the teachers who communicate it."
Other students participating in Saturday's program included Armen
Arsenian, Varujan Belekdanian, Shant Bekarian, Armen Bjimenian, Daniela
Haigian, Talar Hovsepian, Sarine Kabarajian, Patrick Kerestejian,
Matthew Krikorian, Arthur Mouradian, Julia Naldjian, Lara Ozyan,
Christina Rymond, Brian Sarafian, Kyle Torosian, Andrew and Linda
Yenicag, and Lerna Yesiltepe.
From: Baghdasarian