The International Baccalaureate (IB) program is a globally-recognized curriculum that helps students form the skills they need for life. There are many benefits of the IB program for La Scuola Middle Schoolers. The IB Middle Years Programme (IB-MYP) emphasizes intellectual challenge. The curriculum, in particular, helps …
Meet Alice Zini – Reggio Emilia Inspired Summer Camp Instructor
Let me introduce you to Alice Zini, who just happens to be one of our Summer Camp instructors this week at La Scuola International School’s Mission campus. I was able to sit down with her for an impromptu interview and learn what brought her to …
Reflections on High School Admissions for Families
A lot can happen in a year and for our Grade 8 students, it is doubly true. During middle school, we watch as our children mature into young adults. The high school admissions process marks the transition from middle school to high school, another decisive …
Every Child Loves La Scuola
Grazie to iItaly.org for this lovely posting about La Scuola International School! This Italian immersion school in San Francisco started as a playgroup in 2002 and now counts 320 children. Director Valentina Imbeni: “Parents from different backgrounds chose us not only because they love Italy …
Balance: A Core Benefit of Students at IB Schools
Check out our latest Blog post on Balance with reflections to the IB Benefits and being an IB School in San Francisco. Seasonally timed with welcoming in Fall!
Historic Occasion: Italy’s Prime Minister Matteo Renzi visits La Scuola
In September, on the first day of school in Italy, Prime Minister Matteo Renzi and his ministers fanned out all over Italy to open the school day to reinforce his commitment to education reform in Italy. On Monday, September 22, Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi …
What is an IB Education? A Parent’s Recap
The words International Baccalaureate held little meaning for me a year ago and I’ve been trying to get my head wrapped around them ever since. What exactly is an IB curriculum and what makes it unique? After attending last week’s educational series event at La …
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