The Order of the Sons of Italy in America is the largest and longest established national organization for men and women of Italian heritage in the United States. OSDIA's mission includes encouraging the study of Italian language and culture in America schools and universities, preserving Italian American traditions, culture, history and heritage; and promoting closer culture relations between the United States and Italy. The Sons of Italy Foundation, established by OSDIA, is a private, philanthropic institution that has contributed millions of dollars for scholarships, medical research, cultural preservation and disaster relief. The Commission for Social Justice is the anti-defamation arm of OSDIA.
2026 Proclamation of October as Italian Heritage Month
Aarav’s essay focused on the main reason for Columbus Day – the lynching of Italian Americans in New Orleans in 1891, the discrimination against Italian Americans that existed at that time, and the strain it put on Italy-US relations. A harsh reality for him to discover, but well done Aarav!
Aarav’s teacher is Mrs. Kristi Shorr
St. Teresa’s Christopher Columbus Essay Winner
Emily Deppen
Emily interviewed her uncle who is a member of the Knights of Columbus. She is an altar server and new student this year at St. Theresa’s. She really enjoyed speaking with her uncle about this project! Congratulations Emily!
2025 VETERANS DAY LUNCHEON. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!
