New Students

What to Expect in Mageesh's Latin Class

🎯 A Different Kind of Language Class

Forget grammar charts and endless conjugation drills! We focus on understanding and communicating in Latin through stories, games, and real interaction.

"Mageesh's teaching style was what I would like in every one of my classes." — 6th grade student

🏃‍♀️ Movement & Engagement

You'll be up and moving, acting, and participating actively. This isn't a sit-and-listen classroom—learning happens through doing.

🤝 Supportive Environment

Everyone learns differently, and that's celebrated here. Whether you're neurodiverse, anxious about languages, or a confident learner, you'll find strategies that work for you.

"She makes me feel noticed and not a forgotten child." — 6th grade student

💭 Focus on Meaning Over Perfection

We prioritize understanding over perfect grammar. Making mistakes is part of learning—you'll never be put on the spot or embarrassed.

🏛️ Cultural Connection

Latin isn't a dead language in our classroom—it's a gateway to understanding Roman culture, history, and connections to modern languages and English.

FAQ for New Students

Q: Is Latin really hard? A: Not the way we learn it! Instead of memorizing grammar rules, we acquire Latin naturally through stories and comprehensible input—the same way you learned English as a child.

Q: I have learning differences/ADHD/anxiety. Will I struggle? A: Many of my most successful students are neurodiverse learners. I use multiple teaching methods, allow movement, and create a low-stress environment where everyone can succeed.

Q: Do I need to know anything before starting? A: Nope! We start from zero and build together. Curiosity and willingness to participate are all you need.

Q: Will we just be translating boring sentences? A: Never! We focus on interesting stories, Roman culture, and meaningful communication. Translation comes naturally after comprehension.

Q: How is this different from other language classes? A: We prioritize understanding over grammar memorization, use movement and games, and focus on acquiring Latin naturally rather than learning about Latin.

Q: What if I want to take AP Latin later? A: Perfect! This foundation of comprehension and cultural knowledge sets you up beautifully for advanced Latin courses.

Q: What supplies do I need? A: Just bring yourself and a willingness to have fun! All materials are provided.

First Day Prep

What to Bring: Just yourself and an open mind!

What We'll Do: Meet each other, play some getting-to-know-you games in Latin, and start our first story together.

No Pressure: There are no wrong answers on day one (or any day!). We're all learning together.