A Day to Remember Mario Rinvolucri: Teach a Class Inspired by Mario’s Ideas

We invite English teachers around the world to come together and celebrate the life and legacy of Mario Rinvolucri — a visionary, a pioneer of Humanizing Language Teaching, and a beloved mentor to many. Join us for a discussion and teach a class inspired by his ideas.

Mario, who passed away in February 2025, spent his life reshaping how we understand teaching. He believed language learning should be deeply human — relational, personal, and alive. He challenged rigid coursebook approaches and advocated for creativity, authenticity, and emotional intelligence in the classroom. His work continues to inspire teachers around the globe.

Why June 9th?
It would have been Mario’s birthday. What better day to honour the man who taught us that teaching is more than information delivery — it’s connection, presence, and growth?

How can you join?

On June 9th, we invite you to:

– teach a lesson inspired by Mario: Use one of his activities, ideas, or exercises. You’ll find many on hlt.digital
– share a moment from your classroom on Instagram – a quote, a student’s reaction, a photo (with permission), or even a short reflection on how Mario inspired your own work. Do not forget to tag us and we will reshare your story.

What to teach?

Mario’s publications are a goldmine of creativity. Whether it’s a storytelling activity, a moment of silent reflection, a grammar game that taps into emotion, or simply asking students “How are you really today?” — you’re already honouring his legacy.

You can find a selection of his books and ideas here:

Let’s celebrate Mario together – by teaching with heart, creativity and humanity.

Let’s honour Mario’s legacy together: