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The CiaoItalia Projects - mascot Dante by Lucia Serafini
Upcoming Events
Stay up to date with our upcoming events at The CiaoItalia Projects. From art exhibitions to musical performances, there's always something happening in our cultural sector.
History and Heritage
Learn about the rich history and heritage of our community through the exhibits and educational programs offered at The CiaoItalia Projects.
Community Programs
Discover the variety of community programs offered at The CiaoItalia Projects, including language classes, school projects, and cooking workshops.
Membership Benefits
Become a member of The CiaoItalia Projects $25 per year, and enjoy exclusive benefits, such as discounted language course, editing, translations and more.
Volunteer Opportunities
Make a difference in your community by volunteering at The CiaoItalia Projects. From event support to educational programs, there are many ways to get involved.
International Networking
We can help you envision your Italian dream. The CiaoItalia Project team is waiting for you.
Our Team
Katherine Grazier
Emilia Garofalo Ph.D.
Katherine Grazier
Katherine is the founder of The CiaoItalia Projects and has been the driving force behind our mission to promote cultural understanding through the arts and languages. Her passion for literature and her translation skills mark her as a leader in multiculturalism. With over 30 years of experience in the arts and education, Katherine brings
Katherine is the founder of The CiaoItalia Projects and has been the driving force behind our mission to promote cultural understanding through the arts and languages. Her passion for literature and her translation skills mark her as a leader in multiculturalism. With over 30 years of experience in the arts and education, Katherine brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our organization. As our program director, she oversees all of our events and educational programs. With a background in cultural anthropology and years of experience in event planning, Katherine is passionate about creating meaningful and engaging experiences for our community.
Dante Alighieri the Itinerant statue by artist Lucia Serafini donated to CiaoItaliaPro, and used as a "rolling prize" to highlight Italian excellence, is the mascot in memory of our language and culture.
Movie director Todd Thompson collaborates with student production in 2018
Emilia Garofalo Ph.D.
Katherine Grazier
Emilia Garofalo Ph.D.
Emilia Garofalo Ph.D.
Emilia Garofalo Ph.D.
Emilia is our marketing and outreach coordinator, responsible for spreading the word about The CiaoItalia Projects and engaging with our community. With a university teaching background and a passion for literatures, Emilia is committed to promoting diversity and a deeper understanding of self though understanding cultural nuances.
Emilia
Emilia is our marketing and outreach coordinator, responsible for spreading the word about The CiaoItalia Projects and engaging with our community. With a university teaching background and a passion for literatures, Emilia is committed to promoting diversity and a deeper understanding of self though understanding cultural nuances.
Emilia is available for teaching as well as textbook and/or document editing in English, Italian and Spanish.
Sheryl Martino
Sheryl Martino
Emilia Garofalo Ph.D.
Sheryl has an international background and extensive travelling experience. She obtained a Master’s Degree from the University of Virginia (UVA) in Education and has an Italian language teacher certification . She participated in testing preparation project for the Italian exams. Aside from the meeting the necessary qualifications to te
Sheryl has an international background and extensive travelling experience. She obtained a Master’s Degree from the University of Virginia (UVA) in Education and has an Italian language teacher certification . She participated in testing preparation project for the Italian exams. Aside from the meeting the necessary qualifications to teach Spanish at a collegiate level, she also has years of experience in teaching at the university level in the USA. Educated in Buenos Aires, Argentina; she also spent time studying in Alicante, Spain furthering her understanding of diverse Spanish dialects. In Italy she studied in Perugia and perfected her Italian. Her passion for languages also in translation and interpreting techniques.
Mary Ann McCoy
Sheryl Martino
Mary Ann McCoy
As our program director, Mary Ann oversees all of our planning events and educational programs. Her degree in Italian and Spanish from USF, and her TESOL Certification from Atlanta, Georgia. She has extensive experience in northern Italy both private and public schools as well as being a course developer for tailored courses at variou
As our program director, Mary Ann oversees all of our planning events and educational programs. Her degree in Italian and Spanish from USF, and her TESOL Certification from Atlanta, Georgia. She has extensive experience in northern Italy both private and public schools as well as being a course developer for tailored courses at various language levels using the Active Learning Method. This allows for real life situational learning and gives the student the "thought autonomy."
Mary Ann is passionate and seeks to help the community by interacting in numerous cultural activities, among many cooking and ceramics.
Carla Franco
Sheryl Martino
Mary Ann McCoy
Carla is a dedicated teacher with expertise in promoting language communication and understanding diversity. Her 30+ years career in Middle School education include English, Latin, German, ancient Greek and Italian. She is a counsellor for CiaoItaliaPro in her understanding of social aspects of the Italian territory.
Our History
Gianfranco Ferri
Our History
Founded in 2018, The CiaoItalia Projects has been a cornerstone of the community for over 15 years. We have provided a space for cultural events, art exhibits, and educational programs for all ages.
Our network of professors, universities and professionals in the fields of art, music, culinary, science and more can be the spark to a meeting of ideas ready at the word go!
Our Mission
Gianfranco Ferri
Our History
At CiaoItalia Projects, our mission is to promote cultural understanding and appreciation through the Arts. T!his sculpture represents one of our Art Projects. We strive to reach the stars and create a welcoming and an inclusive environment where everyone can learn, grow, and connect with others. Inquiries: info@theciaoitalia.org
Star Walker by David Stoltz
Gianfranco Ferri
Gianfranco Ferri
Gianfranco Ferri
Gian Francesco Ferri, BFA and Master majoring in Musical Theater Performance specializes in teaching music, Italian songs and pronunciation practice.
An extensive teaching career but also a passionate musician who will transport you into the Italian melodies, culture and even humor . Gianfranco also has expertise in other subjects su
Gian Francesco Ferri, BFA and Master majoring in Musical Theater Performance specializes in teaching music, Italian songs and pronunciation practice.
An extensive teaching career but also a passionate musician who will transport you into the Italian melodies, culture and even humor . Gianfranco also has expertise in other subjects such as language used in culinary, education, military and basic conversational Italian.
Elisa Palma
Alessandro Cesarano Ph.D.
Gianfranco Ferri
Elisa Palma-Hancock has a Teaching degree and taught for several years in Italian Elementary schools. She also holds a degree in Drama from the Accademia Antoniana d’Arte Drammatica of Bologna, Italy and a Life Coaching certificate too.
Elisa is skilled in combining language and culture with Italian tradition and designs courses that e
Elisa Palma-Hancock has a Teaching degree and taught for several years in Italian Elementary schools. She also holds a degree in Drama from the Accademia Antoniana d’Arte Drammatica of Bologna, Italy and a Life Coaching certificate too.
Elisa is skilled in combining language and culture with Italian tradition and designs courses that embody the Italian spirit.
Her acting experience makes her the perfect choice for those looking to improve their Italian diction, like opera singers and Italian enthusiasts.
Angela Amenta Sapienza
Alessandro Cesarano Ph.D.
Alessandro Cesarano Ph.D.
Angela, a graduate from Montclair State University , NJ and a certified Italian teacher who has worked in K-12 for 25+years with middle and high school students. An attentive lesson planner enriches her teaching methodology with cultural nuances and audio visual support. Join her for a fun, loving Italian experience. Her passion for
Angela, a graduate from Montclair State University , NJ and a certified Italian teacher who has worked in K-12 for 25+years with middle and high school students. An attentive lesson planner enriches her teaching methodology with cultural nuances and audio visual support. Join her for a fun, loving Italian experience. Her passion for Italian cooking gives the flavour you need in an individual or group lesson.
Alessandro Cesarano Ph.D.
Alessandro Cesarano Ph.D.
Alessandro Cesarano Ph.D.
Alessandro currently has incremented the Italian program language and culture at Florida SouthWestern State College within the classroom but also by creating cultural events within the local community and with exchange programs in Florence, Italy. As an advisor of our projects, he has contributed to linking the academic university p
Alessandro currently has incremented the Italian program language and culture at Florida SouthWestern State College within the classroom but also by creating cultural events within the local community and with exchange programs in Florence, Italy. As an advisor of our projects, he has contributed to linking the academic university programs in the US and abroad as well as reaching out to a better understanding of community needs.
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CiaoItalia Inc. non profit 501(c)(3) Donations to support the upcoming events @https://paypal.me/CiaoItaliaSarasota22 and please contribute your ideas: info@theciaoitalia.org
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