world languages
- All students in kindergarten through eighth grade receive daily instruction in two world languages, Spanish and Chinese.
- Children learn world languages based on thematic units which connect other subjects such as science, math, social studies, arts, music, physical education, and health.
- Children are taught based on their cognitive readiness through their interests and authentic materials.
- Vocabulary in these languages is gained from using videos, songs, poems, and movement as well as manipulative based. Skits, projects, and presentations are also incorporated to enhance students’ oral proficiency in the target language.
- Children at the same grade are offered 3 different level classes to better accommodate each child’s need.
