World Languages

The goals of the World Languages Department are to support students in communicating effectively in another language and to understand the cultures that represent the languages. Students apply their knowledge and understanding of the languages studied through varied and authentic listening, reading, writing and speaking tasks, with emphasis on communicating within and beyond the classroom setting. It is through students’ use of another language and understanding of the unique cultures that students become global-citizens. We encourage our students to take language for four years and to explore the personal and professional benefits languages can provide in their future.

Department Chair Contact Information:

Grayslake Central - Dominique Geocaris, dgeocaris@d127.org, (847)986-3300 x5540

Grayslake North - Valerie Padgett-Krause, vkrause@d127.org, (847)986-3105