In 2005, celebrating 150 Years of Xaverian Brother’s Service and Education in the United States, Xaverian Brooklyn began its annual exchange with its founding Xaverian school, Sint-Franciscus-Xaveriusinstituut in Bruges, Belgium. Now in its 21st year, this partnership continues to strengthen international friendships and celebrate shared Xaverian traditions.

 

As part of this year's exchange, three Belgian students joined Ms. Zaccaria's 11th-grade Italian class for “Italy Meets Belgium: A Friendship Challenge!” Students explored the foods, traditions, and cultures of both countries while practicing language skills and building new friendships.