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The cathedral, showcasing the intricate stone work that Salamanca is famous for. Cafe con leche. One of my favorite parts about Spain!

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=**¡** **Bienvenidos a CSA Spanish!** =


 * Dear CSA Parents and Guardians, **

¡Bienvenidos! I am excited to be embarking upon another year of learning with your students in the CSA Spanish classroom! In this letter I will share with you some  things I want you to know about my Spanish class. I’m sure there are a lot of things you are curious about. Many of those questions may fit into three larger questions: Why are CSA students learning Spanish? What will my child learn in Spanish class? And, How will my child learn/succeed in Spanish class?


 * Why are CSA students learning Spanish? **

Many studies show that children who study a foreign language develop enhanced mental abilities, critical thinking skills, and creativity that stays with them for life. Foreign language students are also given a key to master the English language at a higher level because of the connections made across the languages. In particular, the Spanish language is rapidly becoming an inseparable part of culture in the United States. Spanish is the primary language for more than 35.5 million Americans. Students who study Spanish will have many more opportunities down the road in the work place, in their communities, and traveling in the 21st century world.


 * What will my child learn in Spanish class? **

CSA students will learn many skills to help them communicate in Spanish on a beginning-intermediate level. They will also learn about the culture and history of the Spanish-speaking world abroad as well as the presence of Spanish in current US culture. In the Spanish classroom, students will find themselves also studying Social Studies, Math, Literature, Science, Grammar, Art, and more--because language encompasses all of these disciplines! As their teacher, my biggest hope for students as they leave my classroom is that they are becoming thinking, curious, and caring learners who can communicate, achieve, and make a difference in both their communities and the world.


 * How will my child learn/succeed in Spanish class? **

In the CSA Spanish classroom we will be approaching learning from many different avenues. Students will find themselves conversing with each other and myself in Spanish; singing in Spanish; creating skits and role plays; reading and listening to stories; watching and interacting with native speakers through videos, pod-casts, and emails; writing poems and short compositions; dancing and moving around the classroom; and stretching their Spanish wings with many forms of processing and practice. A student who is willing to learn and participate in my class will be successful.