Promotion of the Italian Language Committee
Rationale
The Promotion of the Italian Language Committee (PIL) was created and approved by the Commission on August 18, 2004 through Resolution R8004-2. The Committee was established in response to the Italian American community’s concern regarding the inadequacy of the number of Italian language programs for students in the State of New Jersey. The Commission unanimously supported and passed this resolution.
Description
The Promotion of the Italian Language Committee will be comprised of up to 20 members from the educational community and the general public in the State of New Jersey.
Mission
[To be developed]
Members
Committee Chairperson Catherine Vignale
[Committee in formation process]
Programs and Activities
- Build relationships with Italian teachers, professors and educators throughout the State of New Jersey
- Survey and catalog the Italian language programs in the schools of New Jersey
- Survey and catalog the Italian language programs in the New Jersey universities
- Address issues regarding the promotion of the Italian language
Historical Activities
Meetings
As needed
