World Languages
Vision:
As World Languages Teachers we are committed to provide our students with an education of excellence. Our vision for all of our students is:
To prepare our students to be active participants in the global community encouraging them to exceed and surpass their learning standards. Our department creates a safe environment that promotes an understanding of the beliefs and values of different cultures. We are committed to fostering a rigorous language instruction which will allow our students to learn a 2nd language, become 21st century critical thinkers and multicultural citizens.
Mission:
The World Languages Department is committed to provide a nurturing environment to all of our students by:
-Promoting a culturally sensitive learning environment that helps students navigate the diverse global community in which they live.
Developing and improving the speaking, listening, reading and writing skills of our students by using the target language in real world scenerios.
Parent and Student Resources
Spanish Websites:
- Conjuegmos – very good site for timed verb drills
- Colby University - Spanish Grammar practice
- English-Spanish Translation Games
- Spanish Grammar Tutorial
- Quia – Spanish language games and activities
- BBC “Mi Vida Loca” Interactive learning video drama
- BBC Spanish Language Education Page
- Realidades 1 Student Page - Vocabulary and Grammar practice that parallels our textbooks
- Realidades 2 Student Page - Vocabulary and Grammar practice that parallels our textbooks
- Realidades 3 Student Page - Vocabulary and Grammar practice that parallels our textbooks
French Websites:
- BBC “Ma France” Interactive learning video
- BBC French Language Education Page
- Conjuegmos – very good site for timed verb drills
- French Vocabulary and Grammar Games
- French Games for Learners
- Quia – French language games and activities
- Bien Dit 1 & 2 – Online Text Book