Dear CCA Parents,
I would like the opportunity to teach our Little Warriors to grow in
their language skills by teaching them basic Spanish. This year Basic Spanish will be offered to K3 thru 4th
grade. Those in higher grades
interested in taking a Basic Spanish class please contact me for other
arrangements.
Studies have shown repeatedly that
foreign language learning increases critical thinking skills, creativity, and
flexibility of mind in young children. Students who are learning a foreign
language out-score their non-foreign language learning peers in the verbal and,
surprisingly to some, the math sections of standardized tests. This
relationship between foreign language study and increased mathematical skill
development, particularly in the area of problem solving, points once again to
the fact that second language learning is more of a cognitive than linguistic
activity.
What does this
program offer...The Basic Spanish
program will introduce students to the Spanish language and
to Hispanic cultures in 30-45 minute length, age-grade
matched classes one day per week.
Class time is spent exploring the Spanish language
through vocabulary building sessions and basic conversation. Due to
limited class time the emphasis is not on attaining proficiency or fluency but
developing confidence in learning the Spanish language. This program will
provide a basis for your child's later Spanish language learning.
The key goals of this program is to:
· To
introduce foreign language learning as a concept.
· To learn
basic words and phrases in the target language.
· To develop
careful listening skills for unfamiliar sounds.
· To develop
cultural and linguistic awareness.
· To
appreciate the value of communication in another language.
What can you do at home to enhance
your child’s experience learning the language?
Be sure to
encourage your child's interest in the language and in other cultures. Show him
or her that you value the ability to speak a second language. Attend cultural
events that feature music, dance, or food from the country or countries where
the language is spoken. If possible, provide some books, videos, or other
materials in the second language. If you are familiar with the language
yourself, read to your child.
Classes will begin after September 6th. If we have enough students there will
be a class on Tuesday and Thursday 3:00 to 3:30 / 3:45. However this is subject to change based
on size of the class.
There will be a registration fee of $30.00 and a monthly tuition fee of
$25.00. For those of you that are interested
please contact me at 601-955-7498.
Sincerely,
Amy Malone