This Spanish course emphasizes mastering essential grammar concepts and vocabulary. Learners will explore topics such as daily routines, reflexive verbs, and the differences between preterite and imperfect tenses. The curriculum covers the subjunctive mood, object pronouns, and complex sentence structures, fostering fluency in both conversation and writing. Practical applications will reinforce understanding, helping learners build a strong foundation in Spanish.

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Week of September 2: Review of Spanish 1 Concepts (Basic Vocabulary and Grammar)
Week of September 9: Expanding Vocabulary: Daily Routines and Reflexive Verbs
Week of September 16: Describing People: Adjectives and Physical Characteristics
Week of September 23: Food and Dining Vocabulary: Ordering at a Restaurant
Week of September 30: Introduction to Past Tenses: Preterite vs. Imperfect

Week of October 7: Regular and Irregular Preterite Verbs: Formation and Usage
Week of October 14: Common Imperfect Verbs and Their Usage
Week of October 21: Time Expressions with Past Tenses: Contextualizing Actions
Week of October 28: Integrating Vocabulary and Grammar: Practical Applications

Week of November 4: Expressing Opinions: Introduction to the Subjunctive Mood
Week of November 11: Present Subjunctive: Formation and Usage in Context
Week of November 18: Subjunctive with Emotions and Doubt: Practical Scenarios
Week of November 25: Practical Applications of Subjunctive (Mon/Tues classes will meet; Thursday/Friday classes will have off)

Week of December 2: Future Tenses: Simple Future and Future Perfect Forms
Week of December 9: Conditional Tense: Formation, Usage, and Key Expressions
Week of December 16: Comparing Past, Present, and Future Tenses: Practical Applications
Week of December 23: OFF
Week of December 30: OFF

Week of January 6: Review of All Tenses Covered: Integrative Practice
Week of January 13: Vocabulary: Travel and Transportation—Expressions and Grammar
Week of January 20: Directions and Giving Instructions: Key Vocabulary and Structures
Week of January 27: Applying Vocabulary and Grammar in Context: Real-Life Scenarios

Week of February 3: Environmental Issues and Vocabulary: Discussions and Perspectives
Week of February 10: Expressing Likes and Dislikes: GUSTAR and Related Verbs
Week of February 17: Review and Practice: Comprehensive Vocabulary and Grammar
Week of February 24: Real-Life Conversations: Role-Playing Scenarios in Various Contexts

Week of March 3: Introduction to Future Subjunctive: Formation and Usage
Week of March 10: Conditional Perfect Tense: Formation and Use
Week of March 17: OFF
Week of March 24: Direct and Indirect Object Pronouns: Usage and Placement
Week of March 31: Complex Sentences: Subordination and Coordination

Week of April 7: Relative Pronouns: Qui, Que, Cual, and Their Usage
Week of April 14: Review of Pronouns: Focus on Correct Usage
Week of April 21: Adverbial Clauses: Formation and Common Expressions
Week of April 28: Demonstrative and Possessive Adjectives: Contextual Use

Week of May 5: Vocabulary: Technology and Social Media—Expressions and Grammar
Week of May 12: Discussing Technology's Impact on Society: Key Vocabulary
Week of May 19: Exploring Contemporary Issues in Spanish-speaking Countries
Week of May 26: Mastering Reported Speech: Formation and Usage

Week of June 2: Cohesion and Coherence in Writing: Key Strategies
Week of June 9: Understanding and Using Future Perfect: Structures and Examples
Week of June 16: Introduction to Conditional Sentences: Types and Usage
Week of June 23: Review of All Grammar Concepts: Application and Integration

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CLASS ENVIRONMENT

Our classrooms are guided by a Socratic teaching approach, fostering critical thinking and encouraging open dialogue among learners. By facilitating engaging discussions and posing thought-provoking questions, students are able to explore topics more deeply and gain a comprehensive understanding of the material. 

Our class size does not exceed 4 learners. This allows for more personalized attention from the educator, ensuring that each learner's individual needs and learning styles are met. With a smaller group size, there is also more opportunity for discussion and collaboration among classmates, creating a supportive and engaging learning environment. Additionally, students may feel more comfortable and confident participating in discussions and activities in a smaller group setting.

We incorporate a mix of traditional methods such as videos and limited PowerPoint presentations to accommodate various learning styles as well. 

In addition, we gamify our lessons, as much as possible, to make learning fun and interactive for students. By adding elements of games and competition, we are able to keep learners engaged and motivated to participate in their education.

We also incorporate hands-on projects, wherever possible, to provide students with real-world application of their learning. Through these projects, students are able to apply their knowledge in practical ways and further enhance their understanding of the subject matter.

By designing this type of diverse classroom environment, utilizing multiple teaching methods, we effectively address the diverse learning styles of our learners.

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IMPORTANT DATES

Please note we value mental health and want to prevent teacher burnout. With that said, we do take company wide breaks where there will not be any classes taught nor will we be answering emails. 

Please expect a delay in responses the following dates: 

2024:

August 19-August 25 (Summer Break)
November 27-29 (Thanksgiving Break)
December 23 - December 31 (Winter Break)

2025

January 1 - Jan 5 (Winter Break)
March 17 - March 23 (Spring Break)
April 19 - April 20 (Easter Break)
August 25-31st (Summer Break)

If you are enrolled, you will not be charged!

We will be returning all emails the day or two after we return. 

In addition, teachers may need time off outside of these breaks as emergencies do happen. We always try our best to give ample notice when we can. You will never be charged for a day that we cancel classes.