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...
by Alfred Abouchar | Feb 12, 2025 | Reading & Intellectual Formation
In today’s digital age, we are bombarded with information through a constant stream of soundbites—short, bite-sized pieces of content designed to grab our attention but often lacking in substance. Whether it’s a headline, a social media post, or a 30-second...
by Alfred Abouchar | Feb 12, 2025 | Curriculum & Learning
Designing and implementing a truly holistic program to meet the educational needs of children within a school is a complex task that requires careful alignment of academic goals, teaching strategies, and student assessments. A seamless and progressive learning...
by Alfred Abouchar | Feb 7, 2025 | Curriculum & Learning, Uncategorized
Summer vacations are often regarded as a period of rest and relaxation for students, which is undoubtedly well-deserved. However, many educators firmly believe that academic learning should not be completely interrupted during this time. Just like practicing the piano...
by Alfred Abouchar | Jan 22, 2025 | Curriculum & Learning
Exams have long been a cornerstone of academic evaluation, serving as a structured and objective means of assessing student progress, knowledge retention, and skill development. Far from being mere formalities, exams play a vital role in the learning process by...
by Alfred Abouchar | Jan 15, 2025 | Parents & School Choice
One of the most important decisions parents have to make is to select a school for their children. This decision becomes to a large extent more difficult in a society such as ours with so much information and so many interest groups and experts in the field. The truth...
