About National COPILAS

The Council for the Promotion of the Italian Lanuage in American Schools (COPILAS) is a National non-profit organization dedicated to assisting individuals, associations and communities around the United States, desiring to introduce or broaden the study of Italian language and culture in their public and private schools, colleges and universities. It is made up of representatives from Italian and U.S. education agencies, Italian American cultural organizations, educators and interested private individuals. All are experts in their respective fields, and are committed to promoting the study of Italian language and culture in the United States.

COPILAS is glad to help all types of elementary and secondary schools needing assistance, but also Colleges and Universities desiring to establish Italian Programs leading to the certification in Italian.