by Alfred Abouchar | Aug 19, 2026 | Technology in the Classroom
Every summer, I give my students Devoirs de vacances—summer homework—in mathematics, and ask them to read a book in French and another in English, each submitted as a full book report. This year, I also gave them a machine. We introduced it in the English report only,...
by Alfred Abouchar | May 29, 2025 | La Citadelle & Reflections
Mesdames, Mesdemoiselles, Messieurs, dear parents, colleagues, alumni, students, and friends, Tonight, I stand before you with a heart full of gratitude and a spirit stirred by reflection. It is no small thing to witness a dream come to life, take root, flourish, and...
by Alfred Abouchar | Apr 17, 2025 | School Culture & Discipline
In classrooms across the globe, educators are facing an increasingly troubling dilemma: how to maintain order and foster character in a culture that has grown wary—even suspicious—of discipline. Classrooms that once functioned on mutual respect and clear expectations...
by Alfred Abouchar | Mar 1, 2025 | Technology in the Classroom
The use of cell phones in schools remains a persistent topic of debate among educators, parents, policymakers, and students. While mobile phones, smartwatches, and other digital devices offer significant advantages, including improved communication and access to...
by Alfred Abouchar | Feb 20, 2025 | Curriculum & Learning
Science fairs are much more than exhibitions of science projects—they are dynamic educational experiences that provide a comprehensive, hands-on approach to learning. As integral components of K-12 education, science fairs not only stimulate intellectual curiosity but...
