SLOW your speech down. You should spend some time articulating every syllable, which will naturally slow your speaking speed. You may at first feel and sound weird, but in the long run it will help you, your students, and directors. Arrive in Italy ready to speak English slowly and clearly, using a limited vocabulary.

When being introduced to people always STAND UP to say hello! A quick wave with a “Hi” will not do if the person is, in fact, your camp director, the principal of the school or a member of your host family.