updated 9-01-25





        ¡Viva el español!       

¡Bienvenidos!

Welcome to Señora McNicholas' web page!

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In order to capitalize upon the many advantages found in learning a second language as early as possible, the West Long Branch Board of Education has included a Spanish program in grades K-8. Once students finish their eighth grade year at FAS, they should be ready for Spanish II or Spanish II Honors in high school. 

 

It is my goal to prepare our students for today's multicultural society! During Spanish class, I focus on developing the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. I also introduce my students to the Hispanic culture, as well as discuss possible career opportunities in the foreign language field. 

 

I truly enjoy teaching Spanish, and working with my students. MY STUDENTS make my job exciting and enjoyable! If you have any questions about the subject matter, please feel free to speak to me. My classroom door is always open!  

 

For more info about Señora McNicholas, click here

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Several Questions that Parents Frequently Ask Mrs. McNicholas:  please click here

Why should students learn a second language? please click here

What are the top 10 tips for learning Spanish? please click here
 

NOTICIAS - NEWS

 

 

SCHOOL SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR GRADES 5-8 SPANISH:

1 sturdy folder - preferably plastic

1 single subject notebook

1 Book Sock (GRADE 6 ONLY)

pen, pencil, highlighter

STUDENTS MAY USE THE SAME NOTEBOOK FOR ALL 4 YEARS IF THEY WOULD LIKE

 

SPANISH CLUB NEWS  

Consejera del Club - Sra. McNicholas

 

2025-2026 CLUB DE ESPAÑOL OFICIALES

Presidenta – TBA

Vicepresidente – TBA

Secretaria – TBA

Tesorera – TBA

 

lunes, el 15 de septiembre
2:30pm to 3:15pm

 We will be discussing club expectations, receiving the Spanish Club permission slip and nominating and electing our 2025-2026 Club de Espanol officers.

You must have been a member of the club last year to run for an office!

 Presidente - Grade 8 position only
Vice Presidente - Grade 7 or 8 position
Secretaria - Grade 6-8 position
Tesorera - Grade 6-8 position

If you plan on running for an office, be prepared to introduce yourself and say a few words about why you want to run for office at the first meeting. 

jueves, el 25 de septiembre
 2:30pm to 3:15pm

 We will be playing El Toro/The Bull ball toss game with Hispanic Trivia for GREAT prizes!!!

 

 

CUBA




Havana, Cuba's capital city which was founded by the Spanish in 1519, is world-renowned for its nightlife, colonial architecture, and the friendliness of its people.



Rio Miel, a beautiful flowing river popular with locals and tourists alike, is found in Baracoa, a small village on the eastern province of Guantanamo.



Fruits come in all shapes, sizes and colors in Cuba. The island's tropical climate is ideal for growing delicious treats including papaya (or frutabomba as Cubans call it), pineapple, guava, mamoncillos, mamey and mango.



El Morro is one of Cuba's most famous icons. The massive Spanish fort was built between 1589 and 1630 to protect Havana from pirate attacks.



Moros y Cristianos, a black beans and white rice dish, is one of Cuba's best known delicacies. Its name comes from the Moors and Christians of old Spain.

 

 

Thursday, September 18th - FAS Back to School Night


FRASE DEL MES

 

¡Me encanta la escuela!

I love school!


Click on these websites to assist you in translating words and phrases:

Learn Spanish
Quia.com Spanish learning games
The Verb Conjugation Trainer

Click on these links for FUN SPANISH THINGS TO DO:

Check out these Spanish recipes!

 

 

 

Would you like to learn about Gaudi, Goya, Semana Santa, flamenco dancing or bullfighting? 

....then click here

 

 

 

STUDY YOUR SPANISH SPEAKING COUNTRIES AND CAPITALS!

USE THESE LINKS TO HELP YOU STUDY...

Where is that? Location Game

 
Countries and Capitals Games 

WHAT WE ARE CURRENTLY STUDYING IN SPANISH CLASS:

Grade 5 - Students are studying Listos: Descubre el espanol - Level F - Leccion 1   Saludos/Despedidas which covers greetings and goodbyes.

Click here Listos Leccion 1 vocab list.

Grade 6 - Students are studying Somos Asi 1 - Leccion A which covers greetings, goodbyes, and how to express and spell your name.  The first test will be an oral test on the alphabet.  Then a few days later, the written test will cover the entire Leccion A vocab list.

Click here for Leccion A vocab list.

 

Grade 7 - Students are studying Senderos 1 - Leccion 1, Parte 1 which covers greetings, useful expressions, classroom expression and common names.

Click here for Leccion 1 Parte 1 vocab list.

 

Grade 8 - Students are studying Senderos 1 - Leccion 2 Parte 1 which covers classroom vocabulary, school courses, and conjugating -ar verbs in the present tense.

Click here for Leccion 2 Parte 1 vocab list.

 

Test dates and assignments are subject to change.  Please refer to your child’s planner for homework assignments.  Students are instructed to write down the homework assignment from the "Tarea/Homework" board in class every time we meet. 

 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at any time. 

 

Mrs. Kris McNicholas

kmcnicholas@wlbschools.com

(732) 222-5080

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