Civics classes pilot scheme KO'd this yr

(ANSA) - Rome, September 11 - The higher council for public education (CSPI) on Wednesday came out against a pilot scheme for civics classes in Italian schools this year.
    The CISPI's view on such topics i obligatory but non-binding.
    Former Education Minister Marco Bussetti approved a law bringing in civic classes from next year.
    But he also approved a move to trial a pilot scheme this year.
    The school year has just started in most of Italy.
    In some cities including Rome it is starting tomorrow.