Syracuse Florence is proud to join the 32nd edition of Le Chiavi della Città, an educational initiative promoted by the Comune di Firenze that offers complementary learning opportunities to students, families, and teachers across Florence.
Now in its thirty-second year, Le Chiavi della Città continues to expand its reach, with 597 educational projects designed to enrich the academic experience of students from early childhood programs through secondary school. The initiative provides workshops, laboratories, performances, and guided activities that support schools in fostering creative, responsible, engaged learners. By bringing together institutions across the city, the program strengthens collaboration between schools and the broader community.
Beginning this Spring semester, Syracuse Florence has become part of this growing network through a new project entitled Storytime at Syracuse. Developed in collaboration with local primary schools, the initiative creates opportunities for meaningful interaction between Syracuse students and young learners in the Florentine area.
As part of the program, Syracuse students host storytelling sessions centered on the illustrated children’s classic The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. Through guided reading and interactive activities, the sessions introduce children to English in an engaging and accessible format.
The project offers valuable benefits for both groups. For Syracuse students, it represents an opportunity for community engagement and experiential learning, allowing them to apply communication skills in a real-world setting while deepening their cultural immersion. For the participating children, the sessions provide direct exposure to native English speakers and an alternative approach to language learning that complements their classroom instruction.
By contributing to Le Chiavi della Città, Syracuse Florence reaffirms its commitment to active participation in the local community and educational initiatives that foster cross-cultural dialogue and collaboration. The University is honored to support a program that has long played a significant role in the educational life of Florence and looks forward to the next appointments of Le Chiavi della Città and to continuing this meaningful collaboration.