¡Hola and Hello! Welcome to our 8-Week Spanish Program that's not just a class but an adventure! This foundational course is your child's passport to unlocking the wonders of the Spanish language, and it's crafted with the perfect blend of excitement and learning.

What to Expect:

🎉 Engaging lessons taught in Spanish, sprinkled with just the right amount of English for clarity and classroom management. (50/50)
🧒 Tailored for elementary and early middle school students with little to no Spanish knowledge.
🌍 An exploration of key topics each week, building a solid foundation while making language learning a thrill.

Course Highlights:

PLEASE SEE SYLLABUS FOR EXACT PLAN 

Greetings, Introductions
Colors, Alphabet, Numbers 0-100, Likes & Dislikes
Seasons, Months & Days
High-Frequency Words
Common Expressions

Bonus Goodies:

📚 Optional printable workbook for hands-on learning.
📄 A treasure trove of free resources to supercharge your child's Spanish journey outside of class.

What's Next:

🔍 After conquering this course, personalized 1:1 private classes or private small group classes are ready to cater to your unique needs. 

Link to 1:1 Personalized Classes:
https://outschool.com/classes/spanish-private-tutoring-1-on-1-w-certified-teacher-ongoing-subscription-ZfxGJnxF?refuid=x9VAOdVJ


Link to Spanish 1 for ages 13 and up:

Live class: https://outschool.com/classes/spanish-1-full-curriculum-course-w-textbook-materials-KGWurGCG?refuid=x9VAOdVJ

Self-Paced class: https://outschool.com/classes/spanish-1-full-curriculum-for-semester-1-w-resources-self-paced-ydclDx6p?refuid=x9VAOdVJ

**There is a beginner part 2 class as well-please reach out for private class times**

About US:

🌈 Flexible, responsive, and bursting with creativity when planning lessons.
🤔 Questions or special requests? Don't hesitate to reach out!

This class isn't just a starting point; it's a launchpad for a language adventure like no other. Let's make learning Spanish a joyous expedition! ¡Vamos! 🚀✨

EXTRA INFO:

Hi! 👋 Welcome! Parents, guardians, and students, please carefully read this post to help you feel prepared for our class:

Cancellation/Rescheduling Policies 📅
Please make sure to read Outschool's cancellation and rescheduling policies to understand the protocol for canceling or missing classes. Feel free to message me with any questions. We will provide copies of the policy in our welcome post when enrolled as well.

Workbook 📚
You will see a workbook provided when you enroll. This is optional homework for the class, meant to supplement what we do together. We won't review it in class, but I will provide feedback outside of class if you complete and send it to me via a private message.

Joining the Class 💻
There is no Zoom link or ID/passcode needed. Outschool has embedded a bluish-purple "Join Meeting" button in the student's classroom. Click that button to enter the class. Please make sure you know how to log in before class. Teachers do not have access to your login info. For any tech issues, contact support@outschool or use the help button.

Issues or Concerns 🗣️
If you have any issues or concerns after speaking with a teacher, please reach out to Cait Townsley, the director. We want your experience on Outschool to be positive.

THANK YOU! 🌟

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Our teachers:

CAITLIN TOWNSLEY
Cait is an accomplished educator with a strong academic foundation. She holds both a bachelor's and master's degree in education, specializing in Spanish and English Linguistics & Literature 📚. Additionally, Cait is certified to teach in Pennsylvania 🍎 and holds international certifications in TESOL, AMET, and EBE ✈️. With 12 years of teaching experience under her belt, Cait has taught both English and Spanish 🌍 in various countries including the US 🇺🇸, Spain 🇪🇸, Thailand 🇹🇭, Guatemala 🇬🇹, and Mexico 🇲🇽. In addition to her language expertise, she also offers beginner Italian and study skills courses for online learners.

ASHLEY HALEY
Ashley is a highly qualified educator with a diverse academic background. She holds a bachelor's degree in Social Work 🎓 and Spanish 📚, a master's degree in Education 🏫 specializing in English Language Learners 🌍, and an Education Specialist degree in School Leadership and Administration 🌟 with a focus on equity in education. 📜 Additionally, she is licensed to teach in Tennessee 🍎 and boasts an impressive 11 years of experience in the field. ✨ Her teaching journey has taken her to various countries including the US 🇺🇸, Guatemala 🇬🇹, and Colombia 🇨🇴, enriching her perspective and expertise. 🌟

MARY CARPER
Mary's educational journey is as diverse as it is impressive! 🌟 With a bachelor's degree in biology 🧬 and Spanish 📚, she's got a solid foundation. 🎓 Mary is also equipped with a TESOL teaching certificate 🌍, adding another feather to her cap. 🕊️ Having lived and taught both English and Spanish in the USA 🇺🇸, Spain 🇪🇸, and Colombia 🇨🇴, she's truly a global educator! 🌎 And guess what? This marks her 5th year in the teaching arena! 🎉

ALEX PANTAZI
🎓 Alex Pantazi is a certified teacher originally from near Chicago, USA. He graduated from Illinois State University with degrees in music education and music performance. After teaching high school music for one year in the United States, he moved to Spain to teach English, his native language. He taught in primary schools there for four years. Spain is also where Alex solidified his Spanish.📚🎶 Whether it be English, Spanish, or music, Alex loves helping students learn so they can become more genuinely confident and powerful in their own lives.