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Yearbook committee: how students capture school memories

At Frederick Douglass International Academy, the yearbook is more than a printed book handed out at the end of the year. It is a living record built by…

Student council elections open doors for grades 4 to 8

Elections at Frederick Douglass International Academy are more than ribbons and rolled-up posters. Each term, students from years 4 through 8 nominate…

Where voices grow strong: Speech and Debate at FDI Academy

Standing in front of a classroom and speaking clearly takes a kind of courage that few other school activities can match. At Frederick Douglass International…

Student voices take the stage at Frederick Douglass poetry slam

Frederick Douglass International Academy has long believed education extends beyond textbooks, and its latest initiative proves just that. The school is…

How we bring writers into our classrooms

Bringing an author into a school is one of the most rewarding experiences a student can have. At Frederick Douglass International Academy, we see these visits…

Career Day connects students with community role models across Australia

Each year, Frederick Douglass International Academy welcomes a wide circle of professionals to share their stories with students from Pre-K through Grade 8.…

World Culture Day: a celebration of diversity at our school

Each spring, the corridors of Frederick Douglass International Academy transform into a living map of the world. Walls display student-made flags, the…

How FDIA fosters compassion during Random Acts of Kindness Week

Every February, classrooms and neighbourhoods around the world pause to focus on something quietly powerful: small acts of generosity that ripple outward.…

Disability Awareness Month: Building Inclusive School Communities

Every October, communities around the world pause to recognise Disability Awareness Month, a time dedicated to celebrating the contributions of people with…

Native American Heritage Month and lessons from Indigenous cultures

Every November, communities across the United States recognise Native American Heritage Month, a time to honour the histories, cultures, and ongoing…