Moving between countries, cultures and languages has become more commonplace because of globalisation, increased ease of travel and advanced information and communication technologies. High quality education in languages enables students to respond positively to the opportunities and challenges of their rapidly changing world. The study of languages provides opportunities for students to become more accepting of diversity, more respectful of others and more aware of their place in the international community.
At Lake Macquarie High School, all Year 7 students get to learn Italian. The study of Italian provides opportunities for students to become more accepting of diversity, more respectful of others and more aware of their place in the international community. Through experience of the Italian language system and cultural history, students gain valuable perspectives on art, music, customs, beliefs and the ways of thinking of Italian people.