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Honoring Arab American Heritage Month Through Stories and Lessons

Every April, communities across the United States recognise Arab American Heritage Month, a time to reflect on the generations of immigrants from the Arab…

Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month at FDIA

Every May, schools across the United States observe Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, recognising the histories, cultures and contributions…

Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month at FDIA

National Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15 through October 15 across the United States, honouring the histories, cultures, and contributions of…

Building School Pride Through Pep Rallies and Spirit Weeks

School spirit events do more than fill the calendar with laughter and noise. They knit a school community together, giving students, teachers, and families…

FDIA School Store: Your Guide to Uniforms, Spirit Wear, and Supplies

Families shopping for school essentials understand the rhythm of the back-to-school season. While Australian households typically prepare in late January for…

Preparing for high school with confidence

Moving from Grade 8 into high school is a significant step for students and families. It brings new subjects, teachers, routines and social expectations, along…

Preparing Fifth Graders for a Confident Move to Middle School

When your child finishes primary school, the move into Year 6 or the start of secondary schooling can feel like stepping onto a longer track with bigger shoes…

Helping Australian Families Navigate Back-to-School Anxiety

When the long summer break winds down across suburbs from Bondi to Brunswick, families across Australia start bracing for the return to the classroom. For many…

Parent workshops at Frederick Douglass International Academy

Parent workshops at Frederick Douglass International Academy give families practical ways to support learning, wellbeing and character development from Pre-K…

Seeing the whole learner at Frederick Douglass International Academy

A student’s progress cannot be captured by a single score. At Frederick Douglass International Academy, meaningful assessment includes academic achievement,…