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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!

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

Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting on September 15 and ending on October 15.

The day of September 15 is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September18, respectively. Also, Columbus Day or Día de la Raza, which is October 12, falls within this 30 day period.

SPANISH CLUB NEWS

Consejera del Club - Sra. McNicholas

2025-2026 CLUB DE ESPAÑOL OFICIALES

Presidenta – Jack Walters

Vicepresidente – August Larsen

Secretaria – Ryan Moran

Tesorera – Sophia Leao

lunes, el 6 de octubre
2:30pm to 3:15pm

EMPANADA FIESTA! Join us for tasty beef empanadas!

We will also be playing games for prizes!

Don't forget to turn in your money for this fiesta!

Gracias!

LA REPUBLICA DOMINICANA

Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, is the oldest city of the Americas. It was founded in 1492 by Bartholomew Columbus, the oldest brother of Christopher Columbus.

Merengue, the national music and dance of the island, is a fusion of African, Cuban, and Caribbean rhythms.

Columbus Lighthouse, built in the shape of a cross, is a 700-foot towering beacon that also houses a chapel with the remains of ChristopherColumbus. When illuminated, the light projects a gigantic cross in the sky that can be seen as far as Puerto Rico.

Sancocho, the national dish of the Dominican Republic, is a delicious, hearty stew typically made with pork, beef, or chicken, green bananas, potatoes, yams and vegetables.

Los Tres Ojos, (The Three Eyes) an enormous water filled grotto near Santo Domingo, offers visitors a fascinating glimpse into underground caverns and crystalline waters in a uniquely tropical microclimate.

Thursday, October 2nd - School Closed
Monday, October 13th - School Closed

FRASE DEL MES

¡Me encanta el otono!

I love fall!

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. After the written test, there will be an oral test on numbers 0-30.

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 expressions 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. We will then begin Leccion 2 Parte 2 which covers the verb estar, location vocabulary and feelings.

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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