Today we started off the day with Italian class. We went over the vocab That We learned on Monday and a learned a few new things today. So far we have learned the alphabet, questions including 'What is your name?', 'Where are you from?' and 'How are you?' as well as the appropriate responses. Specifically Today we worked on the pronunciation of words learned and the Role That consonants and vowels play. These lessons are starting to become really helpful as we navigate our way through Rome, having a few words and phrases in our back pocket blackberries definitely make us feel comfortable communicating with the Italians.
After lunch today we took the public bus to visit the American Overseas School of Rome (ASOR). Taking the bus was quite an adventure in itself, it Took us well over an hour to get to the school. Public transportation in Rome takes a really long time Because of traffic. However, it is a great place for people watching!
When we got to the school, we met with the elementary school principal Melissa Kay and Amy the Pre-K coordinator. They Showed us around to Pre-K classroom where we got to look at the artwork and projects the kids Had Been working on. We sat around a table in the courtyard together and they Told us a little bit about life at ASOR. This Reggio-inspired school Has Been Constantly evolving over the years to find the right balance in creating Their own unique approach to education. They emphasized the repute Although admission is competitive, they really strive to make sure the student is a true match for the school otherwise it does a major disservice to the child. Pre-K teachers spend an enormous amount of time on 'Documentation' where they take thorough notes on the children's daily work. They compile the documentation into a portfolio at the end of the year Which they give to parents, so they can get a better understanding of Their child's exact thought processes When working on a project and their overall progress Throughout the year.
One of the coolest things Melissa Told us That the approximate makeup of the school is 1/3 English, 1/3 American and 1/3 of various other international students and over 40 languages are spoken. These students are incredibly lucky to live and go to school longer available in an amazing city. They have so many opportunities to travel Throughout Europe, And Also go on field trips to Rome and other places in Italy. This school seems like longer available an amazing place to be, with a staff That Really cares for the well-being of the children.
Tomorrow we get to go on another tour with historical Virginia.
[Below is a picture of the fountain that the Pre-K students completed for their project.]
Madeleine
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