Members of the Monegasque branch of AMOPA, the Association of Members of the Order of Academic Palms, gathered this week to honour three figures whose careers reflect a deep commitment to education and culture in the Principality…
The awards recognise professionals from the national education system, whether still in post or recently retired, whose work has helped enrich intellectual and artistic life in Monaco.
This year’s recipients were Thierry Cassubie, deputy head of Lycée Albert Ier, Yvette Gazza Cellario, founder and organiser of the Monaco International Book Fair, and Laurent Alonso, a former piano teacher now retired. Through literature, music and educational leadership, each has played a role in passing on knowledge and nurturing curiosity among younger generations.
For AMOPA, the ceremony is not only about recognising individual achievements, but also about strengthening ties within the educational and cultural community. Association president Alain Dorato underlined the importance of welcoming new awardees into a network that shares common values centred on transmission, curiosity and civic engagement.
He also expressed the hope that the recipients would continue to take part in the association’s activities and events, helping to foster dialogue between educators, artists and cultural organisers across generations. Beyond the formal recognition, the evening was marked by a warm and collegial atmosphere, reflecting the strong sense of community that exists among those dedicated to teaching and cultural outreach in the Principality.
By celebrating these careers, AMOPA once again highlighted the essential role that education and culture play in shaping Monaco’s social fabric and ensuring that knowledge, creativity and passion continue to be shared with future generations.
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