World Languages

This introductory course builds the foundations of Spanish language and culture. Students begin with real-life situations such as greetings, introductions, and simple questions, developing confidence with new sounds and expressions. Using Entre Culturas 1 textbook as a guide, they explore different Latin American countries and their traditions. Students learn the present tense of common regular verbs and key irregular verbs (ser, estar, ir, tener), as well as how to express near-future actions. Correct spelling and vocabulary use are emphasized in writing exercises. Learning extends beyond the textbook through conversations, crafts, skits, games, food, music, and creative projects that bring language to life.

This course reviews and expands on first-year skills, with increased focus on listening and speaking, while integrating writing into daily activities. Present-tense forms are reinforced and built upon, with the introduction of stem-changing verbs. Vocabulary growth remains central, enabling students to expand from simple to more complex and original expressions. Students practice through diverse materials, including children’s books, music, posters, and the Entre Culturas 1 textbook. As in first year, lessons are enriched with games, spontaneous questions, skits, and holiday celebrations that highlight cultural significance.

 This course emphasizes greater fluency in writing, listening, and speaking, with classes conducted almost entirely in Spanish. Students are encouraged to communicate exclusively in Spanish as they expand their command of grammar. New topics include commands, the preterite tense, and additional irregular forms. While text-based work provides structure, learning is consistently supported with hands-on activities and interactive practice that develop confidence and proficiency.