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Brazil’s distinct characterstics

Founded in 1956, Escola Americana de Campinas (EAC) is an accredited, non-profit, co-ed school in Campinas, Brazil. With more than 850 students, EAC students consist of more than 20 nationalities coming from all over the world: South Korea, Argentina, Spain, China, Taiwan, the US, Canada, and many more. Despite coming from countries tens of thousandsContinue reading “Brazil’s distinct characterstics”

Continuous Strain: Indigenous Population’s Plight

Brazilian Indigenous tribes Brazilian Indigenous people, mostly inhabiting the northwest part of the Amazon River, make up 0.8% of the Brazilian population. Totaling around 1.7 million people, the government has recognized 690 territories for the indigenous population, covering about 13% of Brazil’s land mass. Nearly all of this reserved land (98.5%) lies in the AmazonContinue reading “Continuous Strain: Indigenous Population’s Plight”

EAC’s 60th Anniversary – Gala Dinner

“Once a giant, always a giant.” A phrase that we Giants have once heard in our lives is that EAC is more than a school. When we think back, it is a place where we can reminisce with a big smile on our faces. Our school serves as a home, a friend, a fond memory,Continue reading “EAC’s 60th Anniversary – Gala Dinner”

EAC’s Essential: Erika Bonet

“It was old, an OLD barn, and we had classes there” Reminisces Erika Bonet, the head of the Art Department and IB Coordinator “It was old, an OLD barn, and we had classes there,” reminisces Erika Bonet, the head of the Art Department and IB Coordinator. With her always-gleaming eyes, Erika Bonet sits in herContinue reading “EAC’s Essential: Erika Bonet”

12th Grade Fieldtrip: São Paulo

By Susana Groot The 12th-grade field trip this year will be art-focused, exploring many of São Paulo´s museums. The students will leave on the 20th of September at 8:30 am, with their destination to Museu da Casa Brasileira at 10:30. The students will have the opportunity to experience Brazilian living conditions through their culture, architecture,Continue reading “12th Grade Fieldtrip: São Paulo”