Post by Dino Troisi on May 18, 2010 12:24:51 GMT -5
Millefiore Academy
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Millefiore Academy(Italian: Accademia di Millefiore ) is one of the most famous and renowned schools for future mafioso in Speranza. Classes are K-College. This guide is here to help you understand Millefiore. We hope the explanations below will be extensive; however, any and all Millefiore Administrators can be approached with questions at any time.
General Information
Millefiore is one of the finest schools of mafioso in the world. It is a proud and noble institute, with practiced traditions and values. Millefiore students are typically Italian, but it is not unheard of for Asian to attend the academy as well. The school is the largest in Mars.
The atmosphere of Millefiore is somewhat lighter, and the curriculum more focused on practice, and arts than the other schools. Students learn about music, creative arts and writing, as well as how to deal with situations diplomatically rather than immediately using guns or other destructive items. Millefiore encourages all forms of learning, and the classes are less focused on gun skills than the other schools. Officially, Millefiore has a very friendly and welcoming attitude, although students are somewhat snobbish.
Despite its students coming from a diverse handful of countries, the official language in Millefiore is Italian. It is spoken both inside and outside class. The Millefiore instructors and staff are very strict about all attendants speaking Italian or English at all times. It is perceived as rude and exclusive to others to communicate in a language that isn't understood by everybody. Millefiore proudly follows Italian customs and traditions, and students attending the school will often feel a strong bond to the Italian culture and language, regardless of where they are from. However, students are encouraged to learn about other cultures and languages in order to promote a greater level of understanding between neighbors.
Millefiore is split into different student houses. There are four different houses in Millefiore. They are Nube, Cielo, Tempesta, and Froschia; each of which has a Stella (star). Generally, the houses maintain a balanced number of boy and girl students in each, and every year the houses compete for the Mafioso Cup. Hit Points are awarded to each house based on their participation in classes and extra curricular activities -- particularly Find Game with blanks. The house with the most hit points at the end of term is awarded the Mafioso Cup.
Student Supplies/ Bring Along List
Students will need:
1. Uniform
Boy: Black Blazer with school emblem Black Pants White shirt and red tie.
Girl: Black Sailor uniform red bow white shirt or white shirt and black jumper.
2. Black Swim Suits
3.Student Supply Kit(pen pencils hilighter paper notepade TI200+ Graphing Caculator pencil sharpener )
4.Yukata (For Kendo and relaxing in)
5.Brush,Comb,Toothbrush
6. School Bag
7.Favorite Snacks/Drinks (As you can only go into town on weekends)
8. Your Pet
9.Your Weapon
10. School Books
Herbology for Beginners
The Art of the Knife
Medical Studies and You
The Inner Chi: A Guide to Martial Arts
Illusionist You
The Metaphysicverse
Weapon I, II, III
Merriam Mathematics
Look Around You
The Musical World
The Written Heart
The Leader Within
Mafia Past: The Database of Mafia History
Meals
Breakfast from six to eight is an informal affair, with students coming and leaving as they please. Etiquette is relaxed, so if the proctor arrives students are not required to stand until he sits or tells them to do so. Breakfast consists of various hot drinks and fruit juices, a wide variety of breads and pastries, in addition to yogurt, muesli and whatever fruit is in season at the time.
Students typically have two hours for Lunch, from noon until two in the afternoon. Generally, only a small portion of the time is spent eating, and students have the option of taking trays of food out onto the grounds, although they are expected to bring them back to the kitchens. The lunch menu varies from day to day, but is invariably healthy, filling and delicious. What does not change is the wide selection of bread available.
Dinner is a far more formal affair. Students are expected to be present and seated in the dining hall promptly at seven, at which time the Proctor and instructors will file in. Students are expected to stand upon his entry, and not resume their seats until he has either sat down or given them leave to do so. The dinner menu varies widely, sometimes taking on aspects of different regions in Europe and occasionally Belgium, Switzerland, or even Morocco and Tunis. Wine is generally served with dinner, if desired, to high school and college students and adults. It is expected that students know better than to drink enough to become drunk, and doing so is considered very crude by instructors and students alike. The social stigma of doing so even more than the punishment which would result deters the vast majority of the student population from over indulging, particularly as many of them also drink wine at home and so are well aware of their limitations.
These meal times hold for all days of the week except for Sundays. On Sunday breakfast is as usual, but Sunday dinner begins at two in the afternoon and continues until the last student has left. Should students feel hungry later on, they are free to get a snack from the kitchens. The kitchens are always open for students to get food or cook something themselves if they so desire.
On special occasions, significant changes may be made to the eating arrangements.
Student Life
Like most Italian schools of the time, Millefiores students have no school on Wednesday at all, but do have school on Saturday mornings. On a regular school day, classes begin promptly at eight in the morning, and run until noon with one fifteen minute break somewhere in the four hours. After a two hour lunch-break, classes resume at two in the afternoon and run until five o'clock in the evening again with a fifteen minute break at some point during the afternoon. On Saturday, classes end at noon.
Wednesdays are days which are supposedly devoted to catching up on schoolwork and extracurricular studying, however they have evolved into being heavily focused on clubs and sport activities. Students middle school and above also have the option of going to visit Sky Tribe entertainment, and shopping district on Wednesday, although they are expected to be back before the grounds' gates close just before dinner unless they get special permission from their head of house.
Otherwise, students are expected to stay on Millefiore grounds unless they have express permission from their head of house. With homework, Sports, a variety of clubs, the Library, and the beautiful and extensive grounds, there is plenty to do.
Arrival
On September 10th students travel to Millefiore by means of the school’s Jet. There are several limousine that arrive at major prefectures throughout nearby Sky Tribe. There is also a buse the runs at the beginning and end of each semester. There are also a fun way to get there by horse drawn carriages. It is a peaceful, magical ride and has been a tradition at Millefiore Academy for many years. Light refreshments are served on the carriages, and there is no assigned seating; as long as they are traveling on the same carriages, friends are able to sit together. Rowdiness, however, is not permitted, and students are expected to be on their best behavior. Students are not required to wear their uniform for the carriage ride. They are required, however, to dress in their formal clothing for the school’s opening/sorting ceremonies, and changing rooms and facilities are provided on board.
The ride from Sky Tribe Central District lasts several hours. Some carriages/limos must be boarded earlier than others, based on their proximity to the academy, so that they may all arrive at Millefiore at the same moment. Due to their strict schedules, the carriages/limos are very prompt, and are unable to wait for students who are running late. Pupils are expected to arrive on time, and if one happened to miss their carriage, they would be responsible for finding transportation to the school. Tardiness is more or less unheard of, though, as those who do not make it to the academy on time face serious disciplinary action.
Students are responsible for arranging transportation to one of the pick-up locations beforehand, and arriving on time for departure. Carriages/Limos arrive at locations right outside of the certain spots. Each carriage/limo has a capacity of 30 passengers, not including the carriage/limo attendants.
The carriages/limo make their majestic stop on the shores of the Millefiore Academy private beach at sunset. Students are then directed to leave their luggage on the carriages, and arrange themselves in rows by age or houses if already sorted. Pupils make their way up the lawn, and gardens of the school, starting with the eldest, college student, and ending with the youngest students, kindergarten, the first timers that are soon to be Sorted. Current students seat themselves around their house tables(each round with their house colors as tablecloths. The Sorting takes place in the courtyard, and afterward, students make their way into the dining hall for start of term notices and a celebratory feast.
Student Positions
At the beginning of each school year one student from each house is chosen to be a "Stellas" for their respective house. These students are nominated by professors for being excellent, and students for their popularity. These students are given special responsibilities and special privileges. They are still expected to keep their grades up, to be good role models, and to represent their house well. Also they are responsible for helping the Head of House keep their students in line, giving the new students a tour of the school, and patrolling the corridors at night. Stellas also secure the lounges after curfew.
Having this title on a resume or as the next Boss can open many doors once a student has graduated from Millefiore. For their hard work, not only do they get the reputation and respect, but each Stellas also receives a special item to wear with their uniform, a golden pin shaped as a star with an elaborate "S" on it. Though it is not necessarily required, some Stellas choose to wear their pin all of the time, even when not in uniform.
Grades
The grading system is different from those in other parts of the world.
I: Intelligente
The grade ‘I’ is given to recognize the most outstanding students in any given subject. Class tests and exams have not only been answered correctly, but display an insight into the subject matter that goes over and beyond the expected.
M: Meraviglioso
The grade ‘M’ is given to students in recognition of above average achievements in any given subjects. Most questions in class tests and exams have been answered correctly, and there are only a few minor flaws in the student’s knowledge.
S: Soddisfacente
The grade ‘S’ is given to students showing an average performance in class. Class tests and exams are passed; however, there are some noticeable gaps in the student’s knowledge.
IN: Insoddisfacente
The grade ‘I’ is given to students showing a below average but still acceptable performance. Class test and exams are barely passed, and there are serious gaps in the student’s knowledge.
A: Ammalato
The grade ‘A’ is given for an extremely poor performance. Class tests and exams are not even attempted.
The Omreta
The Omreta is the mafia law if not followed by mafioso then you risk death upon you. The omerta is also the students rules and although there is no death sentence strict repercussions are taken.
I being a true Mafioso doth promise on my life to protect and enforce the Omreta.
*Never kill family members the doing of so will cause banishment and lose of limbs. even death
*Always obey the boss and every go against him/her. Unless it is to have his/her life.
*Never kill a member of a family on your side the same effect as killing your family is here.
*Never harm those who are innocent and not of our world.
*Treat your Biological family and Mafia Family with the same respect.
* never Kill your own Boss or become a Traitor to your family The end result is a life of tortures, and eventually death.
I promise to follow these rules and member them.
Holidays and Events
Golden Festival
Il festival dorato
The Golden Festival celebrates The first Troisi himself for the creation of Hope. No schools are open on this day and a carnival fills the street at night. During the day Carnival games are place and the sound of Firecrackers fill the street. Flags and statues with the image of the first Troisi on it is placed all through the planet and the planet flag is found everywhere as well.
The Pumpkin Festival
Il festival della zucca
During the autumn season, students of Millefiore may grow pumpkins to prepare for the Halloween celebration. It is a mandatory event for all new students, as a kind of initiation, but is optional for all other years. Also student are allowed to wear costumes and makeup all through the day. Each student plants seeds in a soil of their choosing, inside one of the spare greenhouses. They may grow the pumpkins however they please, using special formulas or plan simple manure.
The pumpkins are judged on these qualifications: Largest pumpkin, heaviest pumpkin, smallest pumpkin, lightest pumpkin, roundest pumpkin, most interesting shape, most natural pumpkin.
Winners in each of the individual categories earn 10 points for their house, and every pumpkin entered in the event automatically wins 2 points for their house.
At the end of the festival, the pumpkins that are safe to eat are sent to the kitchens to be used in pumpkin pies, pumpkin bread, and pumpkin juice. Those that are deemed inedible are used as decorations during the dinner.
Harvest Day festival
Festival di giorno della raccolta
Harvest day festival is a day when we give thanks for a plentiful harvest. A parade is done in every city, and special games for each town are played such as mushroom hunting contest, or leaf pile jumping where you have to jump over a bigger and bigger pile of leaves. The school holds a feast with Turkey and all the side. Each home does the same.
The Winter Festival
Il festival di inverno
The winter festival celebrate winter in all it's glory. On this day ice skating rinks finally open, and ice and snow sculptures fill the street.
At night a Christmas lights parade happens. In the school the student get the day off and many events happen. You can find students decorating the school, or caroling to hallway passers. Games like snowball war, and contest like best snowman are held.
For dinner there warm ciders, soups, and many soul warming foods are served.
Christmas Holiday
Festa di Natale
On December twenty fourth and fifth the the Christmas holiday begins In the cities you can here old and new Christmas music played in the malls where shoppers are buying the last of their gifts.
The Christmas tree Lots just opened and people are buying trees.
At the school The tree is just now being put up and it's a student job as all the student decorate the trees. A school Fete is held for the student to have fun. A Christmas tree contest is held judging on size, decorations, and theme. The student get a visit from Il Babbo Natale who gives presents that their parents, instructors, and proctor brought for them. In the evening a ball is held for the student each year a different popular band plays.
Ballroom lessons are usually offered by one of the professors during the weeks leading up to the dance, as all students are expected to take part in the traditional opening waltz. For the celebration, the Great Hall is decorated magnificently with a winter theme to welcome the holidays. All of the tables are cleared out to make room for a large dancing space. The Instructors are expected to sing carols and holiday songs as part of the evening’s entertainment. They always try to get out of it – that’s part of the tradition, of course – but are eventually persuaded into singing.
All students are welcome to attend. Students usually pair up and bring dates, but are allowed to come by themselves. Light refreshments are served for the celebration. No alcoholic beverages are served by the school, but somehow, every year, whine, and Champagne manage to find their way in, and the Instructors tend to turn a blind eye to this, as long as behavior doesn't get out of control.
Saint Valentine's Festival
Festival del San Valentine
St. Valentine's Day is a school-wide holiday for the students; no classes are held on the 14th of February in honor of the event. Instead, students and professors have free time to spend as they wish. There is a very calm and romantic atmosphere all throughout the school. Student picked to be Flower Messengers deliver love notes, Candy, and Flowers between houses. The Great Hall is set up with small, intimate tables at dinner. The hall is festively decorated in honor of the holiday; the tables are donned in hearts of pink and red, covered in lace, and are set with candles and flowers. The seating arrangements are prepared for students and their dates when they arrive, and they may order any dish their heart desires from the kitchens.
A dance is held after dinner is over, and all students are encouraged to attend. It is more casual than the Christmas Ball -- the dress is nice, but not formal. The hall is moodily lit, making for a more intimate feeling. Only slow music is played during the dance, and the older students may end up curled up with a classmate in a private corner.
Worship Festival
Festival di culto
Being a Catholic based planet Christianity is take seriously.
Thus this day was made. The worship festival is not fun and games.
Citizens and students go to the cathedrals for a service in the morning then spend the day fasting, and praying. No one but small children are allowed to eat a small snack. At the end of the day fireworks are set off and singing and dancing fills the street. A feast is held in the street and everyone can eat as much as they like.
Spring Festival
Festival della molla
Each year, a traditional spring festival is held at Millefiore to celebrate the return of spring, and the founding of the school. A maypole is erected, classes are canceled, and students may enjoy a relaxing day by the ocean. There are also competitions and events for all to enjoy.
students can if desire do a endurance test featuring, running, pole vault,maze,trivia,etc. The winner of this test gets 30 hit points for their house.
The students have a more daring competition to participate in: a race on Horses. The course and rules change each year, but usually the competitors must each retrieve a specific object from a location specified by the judges and return to the starting point. Whoever returns first with the correct object wins and gains 50 points for their house. The course usually takes approximately one hour to run. The rest of the day is spent by the beach. Food is served, and a carnival-like area is set up for the entertainment of the students and instructors.
Term
The Term at Millefiore Academy is different from normal school. For instant all school have every off to spend at home. However here some holidays(listed above) students stay on campus. Also There are only two terms. Below is an explanation of the term.
September 10th to January 1st - Term 1
January 6th to May 31st - Term 2