MIDDLE SCHOOL
The school curriculum
Having overcome the conception of knowledge that is merely transmitted through separate disciplines, the curriculum foresees interdisciplinarity and transversality. The areas of work for the children of both courses include 3 interconnected macro-areas:
Don Milani Middle School project is designed in continuity with the 0–11-year course with Bambi&Bimbi. The school was recognized in the Regional Registers in July 2020.
This educational planning is a guide that respects different learning styles, it takes particular care of the personalization of the proposals so that each child receives all the opportunities to develop their personal skills.
Constant commitment is placed on promoting self-esteem and building a positive self-image.
Because of this acquired scientific data, that at the base of learning there is the will to learn, the emotional-social aspect has particular importance and great attention is paid to emotional intelligence.
Bilingualism
We have decided to differentiate the school curriculum by opening our doors to students from other schools. Depending on the level of English achieved, it is possible to choose between two courses structured on the basis of the language skills of each individual child. The differences between the two paths refer only to the teaching of the English language and the level of in-depth topics taught in the second language path.
The minimum hourly rate of the individual disciplines is provided by the regulations for lower secondary schools. Taking advantage of school autonomy, the school has decided to increase the number of hours of teaching disciplines (reaching full time) to convey study subjects (geography, history, science) in English at different levels of depth.
The third foreign language is also enhanced. You can choose between Spanish or German. About 50% of the number of hours is offered in foreign languages, so we can provide bilingual training, which is oriented towards a multicultural perspective, while enhancing the richness of the Italian school traditions.
Projects
The Don Milani Middle School offers a range of initiatives to enrich the school curriculum:
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English, Spanish and German language certifications;
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Emotional Education Project: a course aimed at helping students become more aware of their emotions and develop a positive approach to issues related to sexuality, with the involvement of external experts;
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Digital Education Project: awareness-raising sessions for middle school students and families of all pupils, focusing on the responsible use of social media and on understanding and preventing cyberbullying-related behaviours;
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Psychological Counselling Service for students and families, aimed at promoting well-being at school;
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Educational and Career Guidance Programme: to help students develop greater awareness of their aptitudes and abilities, with a view to achieving personal and educational success;
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Activities with fifth-grade primary school pupils and with students from other schools who are interested in enrolling in our middle school, aimed at fostering continuity, welcoming new students and promoting peer education;
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Fairtrade Project: activities exploring the principles and practices of fair trade, carried out in partnership with Fairtrade Italia.
Extra curricular courses
Don Milani Middle School offers a variety of optional extracurricular activities, open to all students:
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Music: singing, keyboard, guitar, ensemble music and violin, taught by instructors from the "Il Giardino dei Linguaggi" association;
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Art: a year-long course taught by instructors from the "Il Giardino dei Linguaggi" association;
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Latin: a year-long, playful and inductive course designed to introduce students to the classical language in an enjoyable and engaging way;
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Circus: already part of the school curriculum, this activity gives students the opportunity to further develop their skills through an afternoon course.