is 2nd generation Italo-American of Sicilian descent.
He has taught Adult Education in Billerica, Reading, Wakefield & Woburn and in the Senior Centers of Winchester, Stoneham and Saugus.
Maria Stuto: is a native of Sardinia. She has taught in Melrose, Stoneham, and Burlington Public Schools at the Elementary level.
She has also taught in the Medford and Wakefield Public Schools, in the Italian Society of Cambridge, and the Jenks Center.
As an instructor of the Italian classes offered by the Burlington Sons of Italy, Maria has created cultural presentations with Tom for BCAT.
Course Description
Beginner I & II courses: taught by Tom Stuto The focus is on the basic structure of learning and understanding the Italian language while exploring Italy's historical past, customs and the relationship to the Italo-American culture.
Intermediate I & II and Advanced course: taught by Maria Stuto The focus is on fostering a greater command of the Italian language while exploring the Italo-American relationships to present day Italy.
Required Text Books
Beginner I & II : Italian is Fun Code # R285S
Intermediate I & II : Prego, 6th edition McGraw-Hill
Italian is Fun can be purchased by:
- Calling 1-800-531-0071;asking for Amsco School publications; and giving them the book name and code number. The price(current) is $14.40.
- Going on line at AMSCO.
Selecting the link: amscopub.com; supplying the book title, code number, and paying the fee(current) of 17.40.
The Prego book is more expensive, check around for best prices.
Students Notices
In case of class cancellations, due to inclement weather, a notice will be posted on this link.
