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Academics
The challenging bilingual curriculum (Pre-K and K through 12 grade) offers an intensive academic program, rich in intellectual stimulation and personal growth, open to innovation and to new technologies in the teaching of basic disciplines. A variety of opportunities for expression in the field of art and music complement this rigorous program.
Scuola Materna - Pre-K and K
(Bilingual Italian/English Instruction)
In a bilingual setting, three, four and five year old children join our preschool program designed to promote the full development of their personality. The curriculum fosters self-esteem, trust, autonomy, promotes physical and linguistic abilities and introduces children to the first elements of literacy. Preschoolers get acquainted with the bilingual experience through a variety of activities in language, drama, art, music, science and psychomotor projects that spur their interest and favor the learning of the second language in a joyful and playful manner.
Scuola Elementare - Grades 1-5
(Bilingual Italian/English Instruction)
The Scuola Elementare course of study is aimed at establishing a firm grounding in Italian and English education. The program fosters students’ self-esteem in a supportive and stimulating environment. Children learn to respect themselves, others, as well as their environment. The curriculum strives to build an awareness and appreciation of how cultures relate to one another.
Our approach promotes fluency in speaking, reading and writing both in English and in Italian. The course of studies includes mathematics, science, social studies, music, art and physical education and the use of computers.
Scuola Media - Grades 6-8
(Bilingual Italian/English Instruction)
The Scuola Media strengthens the bilingual and bicultural education begun in the lower school. It provides an environment where the child can develop and sharpen cognitive and imaginative skills. The Middle School fosters emotional development and growth, expanding the child’s awareness and appreciation of European and American cultures and their values. The curriculum offers an integrated study of Italian and English language and literature, French (as a third modern language),Italian and European history, American history, social studies and geography, art, music, physical education and the use of computers. Special emphasis is placed on the study of mathematics and the natural and physical sciences.
Liceo Scientifico - Grades 9-12
(Bilingual Italian/English Instruction)
The Liceo program gives students a solid
foundation both in the humanities and sciences
and prepares them for success in college and future careers. Integrating
the best of the Italian and American systems, the Liceo provides its
students with a thoroughly bilingual education. No prior knowledge of
the Italian language is required for entry at 9th grade.
The curriculum offers a balance of studies
in the classics and other humanities combined with an outstanding math
and science program that will earn college credits in most American
universities. The humanities program, interdisciplinary and integrated
throughout the four years, includes the study of Italian, English, Latin
language and literature, geography, history, philosophy, art and history
of art, law and economics and physical education. Great emphasis is
also placed on the study of mathematics, computer science, physics,
biology and chemistry. In small classes and in a supportive and stimulating
atmosphere, students learn to express themselves with confidence, to
think analytically and creatively.
At the completion of their senior year, students are required to take the Italian Ministry of Education State Final Exam an equivalent of the International Baccalaureate that is honored by all universities in Europe and in the United States.
Technology
The use of computers is integrated across the curriculum to provide new media and methods for education and a motivational and interactive environment for more vigorous learning.
Students are exposed to a variety of educational software in all subject areas: desktop publishing and multimedia authoring tools make new ways available for expressing their creativity and organizing and presenting their ideas.
Course-specific interactive and simulation software complements instruction from textbooks, and drill-and-practice applications are used by students as a self-assessment tool and a guide towards improvement.
The integration of technology in the instruction includes familiarizing students with Internet components such as the e-mail and World Wide Web browsers and their engagement in activities and projects utilizing the potential of the Internet as an educational resource.
After-school Program
La Scuola offers a variety of activities in the after-school program. The after-school program is available Tuesday through Thursday, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. 5:00pm. For additional information please contact the Administrative office at (212) 369-3290 or e-mail afterschool@lascuoladitalia.org
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