The 11th and 12th graders prepare for the much awaited field trip to the college fair
Caption: The 11th and 12th grade students take a picture together at the entrance of…
The 11th and 12th graders prepare for the much awaited field trip to the college fair
Caption: The 11th and 12th grade students take a picture together at the entrance of the Pueri Domus school before going inside to attend the college fair. [by Rafael Meikle] by Isabelly Carvalho PACA students in 11th and 12th grades had the opportunity to attend a college fair on Friday, September 13, as part of…
The Basketball Confrontation Between The Warriors And The Eagles Was A Blast
Caption: The PACA Warriors Faced the Graded Eagles at their home court on Tuesday, September 10. [by Dr. Cristina Meier] by Miguel Ribeiro The September 10 Varsity basketball game was a real roller coaster of emotions for both teams. The cheers for the teams were very special and many points were made. Many people, like…
COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS: Why to do it? And who earns it?
Caption: Students from high school doing child care after school during Mother’s Tea, this Friday, Sept. 13, 2024. [Photo by: Dr. Cristina Meier] Community service hours are very common in American schools, because it gives each student a chance to participate in volunteer hours for a noble or higher cause. A study (LINK HERE) from…
From Admission to Achievement: Navigating the Honors Program
Caption: Freshman Eric Zhang submits the required paperwork in order to be approved for the Honors Program of the 2024-2025 school year. [by Dr. Cristina Meier] by Liam Schimenes As the first quarter concludes, high school students can begin their honors program. This program has specific GPA requirements for admission: a minimum cumulative GPA of…
What is more important: team unity or individual talent in sports?
Caption: The varsity girls team, taking a picture all together after a tough game. [ by Elisa Oliveira] Investigating how to effectively balance teamwork and individual talent in sports, two factors that are essential to success on the field. by Maria Luiza Oliveira What’s more important for a team to succeed? Unity or individual talent?…
PACA Celebrates Brazil’s Independence
Students watching the September 7th celebrations during Rafael Portella,10th, and Julia Fernandes’s,12th presentation as M.C. ‘s for the event. [by Rafael Meikle] On Friday, September 6th, PACA celebrated the upcoming Brazilian Independence Day with an assembly during the 8th period class. This event was attended by parents, students, and staff. The celebration included elementary presentations…
Life of the elementary teacher aide at PACA
Caption: Preschool teacher’s aide, Pollyanna Cruz, plays with the children during after school hours. by Enzo Viccari An elementary school teacher assistant helps an elementary or preschool teacher supervise and educate students in classes ranging from kindergarten to fifth grade. Their responsibilities may be to assist with student discipline, the reinforcement of instruction by answering…
Say Cheese! Picture Day Arrived at PACA for students and staff
Caption: Seniors take their cap and gown group picture for the 2024-25 school year. [by Dr. Cristina Meier] by Anita Silva Picture days were scheduled during the week of September 9th to the12th for both students and school staff, and the PACA community prepared themselves throughout the week to take both individual and group pictures….
JV Festival: Fun, Team Spirit, and Big Wins!
Caption: The JV Boys team works on their passing skills on the court during this JV festival game against Graded. [by Stephen Meier] by Felipe Candido The U13 Festival, on September 14th at Graded, brought young athletes together for a day of fun and skill development. Students competed in soccer and basketball, with boys and…
PACA’s Renovation Plans will be starting soon and involve most areas of campus
Caption: This soccer field is part of the initial plans for renovation which will include a parking garage, a track around the soccer field and additional classrooms. [by Dr. Cristina Meier] by Hydeki Yoshikawa PACA is being renovated and with the confirmation of the school board and leadership, the students and parents in the community…