Open House - September 7th

Welcome all parents! I hope to see you at Open House at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday evening, September 7th. Just in case you are not able to attend or want more detailed information on the Spanish classes, please take a look at the syllabus for each course by going to the files.

6th Grade Spanish - Test on Map

Students in 6th Grade Spanish will be tested on the map of the Spanish-speaking countries on Thursday, September 9th. When given a blank map, they should be able to fill in the names and know the locations of the Spanish countries. Today students were given practice maps. Don't wait til the last minute to study!

7th Grade Spanish

Students in 7th Grade Spanish have been working on the "Para Empezar" chapter in their textbooks which includes learning the alphabet, correct pronunciation in Spanish, capitals and countries where Spanish is spoken, numbers, basic commands, telling time, calendar words, and parts of the body.
It is important that students review each new section daily in addition to the practice done in class. It's a lot of material to pack into the opening chapter, especially for those students who are learning the material for the first time. Quizzes will be coming soon!

8th Grade Spanish Project

Students in 8th Grade Spanish were placed in groups of families and created family trees in order to show their family relationships. Today they were assigned a project to create an avatar of their "family character" in Spanish by using the www.voki.com website. The script should include the following in complete sentences in Spanish:
A. Full Spanish class name
B. Age
C. Birthday
D. At least two adjectives to describe you and your personality.
E. Two things you like or like to do
F. Something you don't like or like to do
G. A final greeting like "Pleased to meet you."

The project should be saved and mailed to: dennisl2@duvalschools.org

Due Date: Tuesday, September 7th

6th Grade Spanish - Upcoming Test

Students in 6th Grade Spanish were introduced to the alphabet today. They have study notes and should be practicing for an oral quiz on Tuesday, August 31st. Click here for a great website to help you practice at home.

Students should also be able to answer the question ¿Cómo te llamas?

Get Ready!

For those who want to start putting together your supplies for the upcoming school year, here is a list of items you will need for class.

*3 ring binder (1 inch) with 5 tab dividers
*1 pack 3 x 5 index cards (white or any color)
*lined, looseleaf paper
*pencils or pens (blue or black ink)
*1 box colored pencils


6th Graders only: You may substitute a smaller folder ( 1/2 inch - 3 ring binder OR 2 pocket folder with center prongs (plastic or paper) OR pocket expanding file.

P.S. Donations of kleenex, wipes, hand sanitizer, and zipper-style sandwich bags (to hold vocabulary flashcards) are always much appreciated!

¡Gracias a Todos!

Well, we finished off the year with some "fiestas estupendas" and I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the students and parents for the wonderful contributions of food and drink. Students brought in some of the best flan, tres leches cake, and Mexican wedding cookies I have ever tasted. Of course, I would start with desserts first! Not to mention the excellent variety of paella, arroz con pollo, enchiladas, salsa, guacamole...the list goes on and on. A special "gracias" to Mrs. Erazo, who saved the day by helping me manage the last fiesta.

I've really enjoyed working with the students this year and look forward to continuing with many of you again next year....for now....I need a break!!! Enjoy your summer!