updated 12-01-24





        ¡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

 

During the Latino holiday season, so many exciting events and activities take place. 

In class we will be discussing Las Posadas, poinsettias, pinatas and typical foods and drinks that are consumed during this special and meaningful time of year!

 


 

SPANISH CLUB NEWS  

Consejera del Club - Sra. McNicholas

 

2024-2025 CLUB DE ESPAÑOL OFICIALES

Presidenta – Aiki Simonson

Vicepresidente – Jack Walters

Secretaria – Annie Merino

Tesorera August Larsen

 

2 de diciembre
2:30pm to 3:10pm


HOLIDAY FIESTA and GAMES IN SPANISH!

Don't forget to bring in your food item!

 


 

PERU


 


Old San Juan, originally a fortified city founded by the Spanish in 1521, is home to more tourists than pirates. It is a magnificently preserved colonial city dotted with cobbled streets, plazas, museums, and two massive forts, including the famous Morro.



El Yunque, the only tropical rain forest in the U.S. Forest Service, is a lush park covering more than 28,000 mountainous acres. The forest is home to the Puerto Rican parrot, one of the ten most endangered species of birds in the world.



Pineapples are a staple of Puerto Rican agriculture. The fruit is featured in many dishes including world famous pina coladas, which originated in Puerto Rico.



The coqui (ko-kee), Puerto Rico's famed tree frog, is found nowhere else on Earth. The tiny amphibian lives virtually all over the island and is loved for its melodic song:  ko-kee, ko-kee.



Ponce, Puerto Rico's second largest city, was founded in 1692 by Ponce de Leon's great-grandson, Loiza Ponce de Leon. There are many grand buildings and mansions throughout the entire city.

    



 

 

Monday, December 9th - School Closed - Professional Development for Teachers
Friday, December 20th - Early Dismissal
Monday, December 23rd to Wednesday, January 1st - School Closed




FRASE DEL MES

 

¡Felices Fiestas!

Happy Holidays!





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 3 Los Amigos which covers who you are and what your personality is like.

Click here Listos Leccion 3 vocab list.



Grade 6
- Students are studying Somos Asi 1 -  Leccion C which covers expressing where you are from, what his and her name is and the verb ser - to be.

Click here for Leccion C vocab list.

 

Grade 7 - Students are studying Senderos 1 - Leccion 1, Parte 2 which covers the alphabet, nouns and definite and indefinite articles (el, la, los, las, un, una, unos, unas) numbers zero - million, the verb ser - to be, and expressing time.  There will be two separate tests on this vocab list.

Click here for Leccion 1 Parte 2 vocab list.

 

Grade 8 - Students are studying Senderos 1 - Leccion 3 Parte 1 which covers family vocab, descriptive adjectives and possessive adjectives (show ownership).

Click here for Leccion 3 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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