¡Hola amigos! Starting with the class of 2016, the state of Michigan requires two world language credits for graduation. Learning a world language will be beneficial to you no matter what career you pursue. This Spanish class focuses on learning to read, write, and, most importantly, speak Spanish. Highlights of the class include playing games like Lotería (Spanish Bingo), Swat, and Alrededor del Mundo (Around the World). You will also learn about clothing, animals, making a family tree, experiencing cultural traditions, sampling cultural foods and drinks, watching great videos, and finally having an end of the trimester fiesta. You will surprise yourself at how much you know at the end of just one trimester. Taking this class in 7th grade will prepare you for the exciting possibility of taking Spanish I in 8th grade, which is a high school level class and will earn you a credit for high school. Hasta la vista, baby!

Bonjour! Starting with the class of 2016, the state of Michigan requires two world language credits for graduation. Knowledge of a second language not only enhances one’s opportunities in the job market in almost every field, but it also helps develop and reinforce skills that are essential to academic study. Statistics also show that students who study and learn a second language tend to score higher on standardized tests than their peers who do not study a second language. This course focuses on speaking French as well as learning many “fascinating French fun facts”, listening to popular French music, celebrating French holidays, and tasting French food. OH LA LA! At the end of the trimester, we have a fabulous French food feast! You will surprise your friends and family with how much you will know at the end of the trimester.

¡Hola! ¿Cómo estás? Most colleges and universities recommend that students take a few years of a world language. Starting with the class of 2016, the State of Michigan requires two world language credits for graduation. This course fulfills one of those language credits and allows you to start in Spanish II in high school. Many understand what a positive impact knowing more than one language can have on a student’s career. When considering students for Spanish I, our team will consider academic criteria and success, including but not limited to overall cumulative GPA, grade in the 7th grade Trimester Spanish Class.

This year long course introduces the Spanish language and cultures. Students will learn to communicate in the new language. You will practice speaking Spanish with classmates and write conversations regarding real life situations such as: making introductions and talking with friends, talking about yourself and your family members, ordering food and drinks in a café, asking for directions around the city, and going shopping at various shops within a Spanish city.

This program includes a textbook, CDs, popular Spanish songs, a book series, exciting games, many visuals, a fashion show, music video project, and finally a fiesta. ¡Adios amigos!

This course introduces and builds knowledge of and curiosity about French language and culture. The students practice reading, writing, and speaking in the target language within a relevant cultural context; situations include making introductions and talking with friends, talking about themselves, their classes, their leisure time activities, and their families. The second trimester focuses on ordering in cafes and restaurants, dining etiquette, making plans, and shopping. Culture is heavily emphasized through language, music, films, food, social code, and current events. When considering students for French I, our team will consider academic criteria and success, including but not limited to overall cumulative GPA and grade in the 7th grade Trimester French Class.