SCUOLA ITALIANA DI PORTLAND
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Mission Statement
Since 2006, Scuola Italiana di Portland has been operating with a mission to promote the Italian language and culture to children and adults in a student-centered environment; nurturing responsible, global citizens by providing cross-cultural understanding and fostering a deep appreciation for world civilizations that intersect with the Italian culture. The school fulfills its mission through a wide selection of classes, camps, and cultural events. These include a Reggio Emilia inspired, immersion preschool, children’s after-school and weekend lessons, summer camps, a free Mommy and Me playgroup, a comprehensive adult language program, and two separate annual Festa di Carnevale events. The school is also developing a free social\ educational meet up program that strengthens and celebrates Italian culture as it builds community and connects adults with a passion for Italian culture together.
About This Cause
Scuola Italiana di Portland (SIdP) was founded in 2006 by a group of Italian speakers eager to give their children a more formal education in Italian language and culture. Since that time, it has grown to include a Reggio Emilia inspired, immersion preschool; children’s after-school and weekend lessons; summer camps; a free Mommy and Me playgroup; and a rapidly growing adult language program. The school is the first and only Italian language children’s school in Oregon. The board of directors includes both Italian American and native Italian business professionals who are dedicated to the success and growth of Scuola Italiana. The school operates with a mission to promote the Italian language and culture to children and adults in a student-centered environment; nurturing responsible, global citizens by providing cross-cultural understanding and fostering a deep appreciation for world civilizations that intersect with the Italian culture. The school board and staff fulfill this mission by providing high quality language and culture programs delivered in dynamic classrooms by native and native-fluent teachers. The full immersion language and culture lessons go well beyond the simple acquisition of language to include important aspects of Italian culture such as music, art, history, cuisine, traditions, and celebrations. Looking toward the future, SIdP has a vision to become a fully accredited, Italian elementary school and cultural community center (circolo culturale). The board is developing a five-year business plan with which to guide the school into the future. In addition to enhancing programs and increasing student enrollment, the plan includes acquiring a building to house both the school and a cultural center in the next three years. The school serves as the foundation for the local Italian community and a vital cultural resource for the Portland metro area. Its continued evolution and growth will make great impact in promoting and delivering Italian language and culture in the communities it serves.