Spanish
Una buena acción es la mejor oración.
A good deed is the best prayer.
A good deed is the best prayer.
3/13/17- Grades 5-8 went on a field trip and Grade 4 watched HOME in Spanish with English captions. We talked about what they heard and what they could recognize at the end of class.
3/7/17- Grades K4-3 watched Finding Dory in Spanish with English captions. We talked about what they heard and what they could recognize at the end of class.
3/6/17- Grades 4-8 worked on workbook pages 21+22. We talked about the difference between Te Gusta and Le Gusta. We also introduced Spanish Verbs and how to conjugate them.
2/21/17- Grades K4-1 learned about the days of the week. They even sang along to a fun song to help them remember. Grades 2+3 used the iPads to work on Spanish learning games.
2/20/17- President's Day- No School
2/14/17- Happy Valentine's Day! Grades K4-Kinder counted to ten, announced their favorite color in Spanish and then went on the iPads. Grades 1-3 reviewed colors, numbers, and family members. We then played Spanish games on the iPads.
2/13/17- Grades 4-8 worked in workbook pages 17-20. We are learning how to say, like, like a lot, and dislike in Spanish. We are also comparing to the English language and talking about differences in our countries. Towards the end of class- we worked on Duolingo as well.
2/7/17- Grades 1-3 worked on colors and started a crossword worksheet, which is homework if not finished. Grades K4-Kinder continued working on their Spanish iPads working on numbers and colors.
2/6/17- Grades 4+5 : we went over the homework and worked on Duolingo.com. Grades 6-8 took advantage of signing up for NoRedInk.com with Mrs. Mason, then we went over homework and worked on Duolingo.com.
1/31/17- All grades talked more about Spanish Culture; more specifically sports.(Soccer vs. Futbol). Grade 3 had many open house visitors so we showed off our number, color, and family members skills. We also worked in the workbook learning about clothing. Grade 2 worked on family members and Spanish games on ABCYA.com and PBSKIDS.org/Spanish after our culture discussion. Grades K4-1 worked on iPad's after our culture discussion.
1/30/17- Grades 4-8 spoke about some differences in Spanish speaking countries vs America. They students were most interested in the sports. We then worked on remembering numbers and family members.
1/24/17- Grades K4-3- continued to use the iPads on Spanish apps to work at their own pace.
1/23/17- Hoops for Heart kick start assembly was today! So much fun! The kids have a great understanding for what the American Cancer Society does and why. Grades 4-5 worked on Duolingo.com. Grades 6-8 finished their Spanish PowerPoint presentation and started on Duolingo.com
1/17/17- Grades K4-3 worked on the iPads, learning on the new Spanish apps the school has purchased thanks to the giving tree iTunes gift card donations!
1/16/17- No School- Observed MLK Day
1/10/17- Grades K4-3 continued learning about la familia, Mom, Dad, Aunt, Uncle, Cousins, Grandfather, grandmother, etc... Some classes have a special helper from Peru. They continue to be helpful additions to our Spanish class!
1/9/17- Grades 4 & 5 continued learning about la familia, Mom, Dad, Aunt, Uncle, Cousins, etc... Grades 6-8 worked on their Spanish PowerPoints.
1/3/17- Grades K4-3 learned about la familia, Mom, Dad, Aunt, Uncle, Cousins, Grandfather, grandmother, etc... Some classes even have a special helper from Peru. They have been helpful additions to our Spanish class!
1/2/17- HOLA! Bienvenido de vuelta! Grades 4 & 5 learned about la familia, Mom, Dad, Aunt, Uncle, Cousins, etc... Grades 6-8 worked on their Spanish PowerPoints.
12/19-30/16- WINTER BREAK- Enjoy the holidays- Happy New Year!
12/5-16/16- ALL students will be MAP testing during Spanish/Technology time.
11/29/16- Grades K4/K/1- The students went on the iPads for the first half of class working on letter sounds and numbers in Spanish. We then watched the movie Madagascar in spanish with english captions. I was impressed that most students had a good idea about what was going on in the show. Grades 2+3- Continued in the workbook. We learned about different parts of a home in spanish. We then played the "color game" which is always fun!
11/28/16- Grade 4 + 5: Today, we learned on how to ask, "What's your name?" in Spanish and the proper ways to responsed. Also, the difference between formal and informal. Grades 6-8 worked on their Spanish History PowerPoint and a few presented early for extra points! SPANISH HOMEWORK DUE MONDAY! They have had 5 weeks to do it and it is worth two test grades!
11/21/16-11/25/16- NO SPECIALS/NO SCHOOL. Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!
11/15/16-Grades K4-3 We played a memory color game. We had a verbal quiz about colors. We worked on the iPads with our new Spanish apps to help us learn at our own pace.
11/14/16- Grade 4 had a very special visitor- Ms. Gloria. She played a fun game with the class with simple loco-motor movements in Spanish. Grade 5 played the same learning game with Mrs. Roesch. Grades 6-8 worked on their Spanish History PowerPoint.
11/8/16-Grades K4-3 We played a memory color game. We worked on the iPads with our new Spanish apps to help us learn at our own pace.
11/7/16- Grade 4+5 worked in their workbooks and we played a memory color game Grades 6-8 worked on their Spanish History PowerPoint.
11/1/2016- Grades K4+K- DIA DE LOS MUERTOS! Day of the Dead! We talked about what this day is and why it is celebrated. We also worked on the iPads repeating everyday objects as they were said to them.
Grades 1-3- DIA DE LOS MUERTOS! Day of the Dead! We worked a worksheet about what this day is. We also made "Catrina" paper dolls to celebrate.
10/31/2016- Grade 5 watched Grades 6-8 continue on their Culture PowerPoint presentations. We had a Halloween Party in the afternoon so other classes were cancelled.
10/25/2016- Grades K4+K continued to learn the alphabet. Grades 1-3 worked together on a Sea Creatures and two different word match worksheets.
10/24/2016- Grades 4+5- Months packet. Grades 6-8- Continued to finish up our Culture Power Point presentations.
10/18/2016- Grades K4+K began to learn the alphabet. Grades 1-3 worked together on a Ropa (clothes) worksheet and a flying object worksheet.
10/17/2016- Grades 4-8 Learned Hablar (to speak) an "AR" verbs and how to conjugate them.
10/5-12/2016 Hurricane Matthew- State of Emergency- No School
9/27- Grades K4-K We went over numbers 1-10 and colors with Mrs. Roesch, then iPads to learn letters, colors, numbers, and object names in Spanish.
9/27- Grades 1-3 We worked in our workbooks to learn how to say and spell colors, then worked on the iPads to learn colors, numbers, and object names in Spanish.
9/26- Grades 4-5 We worked together in our workbooks. We are learning the days of the week; Los días de la semana.
9/26- Grades 6-8 We worked on our Spanish PowerPoint presentation that is due October 3rd.
3/7/17- Grades K4-3 watched Finding Dory in Spanish with English captions. We talked about what they heard and what they could recognize at the end of class.
3/6/17- Grades 4-8 worked on workbook pages 21+22. We talked about the difference between Te Gusta and Le Gusta. We also introduced Spanish Verbs and how to conjugate them.
2/21/17- Grades K4-1 learned about the days of the week. They even sang along to a fun song to help them remember. Grades 2+3 used the iPads to work on Spanish learning games.
2/20/17- President's Day- No School
2/14/17- Happy Valentine's Day! Grades K4-Kinder counted to ten, announced their favorite color in Spanish and then went on the iPads. Grades 1-3 reviewed colors, numbers, and family members. We then played Spanish games on the iPads.
2/13/17- Grades 4-8 worked in workbook pages 17-20. We are learning how to say, like, like a lot, and dislike in Spanish. We are also comparing to the English language and talking about differences in our countries. Towards the end of class- we worked on Duolingo as well.
2/7/17- Grades 1-3 worked on colors and started a crossword worksheet, which is homework if not finished. Grades K4-Kinder continued working on their Spanish iPads working on numbers and colors.
2/6/17- Grades 4+5 : we went over the homework and worked on Duolingo.com. Grades 6-8 took advantage of signing up for NoRedInk.com with Mrs. Mason, then we went over homework and worked on Duolingo.com.
1/31/17- All grades talked more about Spanish Culture; more specifically sports.(Soccer vs. Futbol). Grade 3 had many open house visitors so we showed off our number, color, and family members skills. We also worked in the workbook learning about clothing. Grade 2 worked on family members and Spanish games on ABCYA.com and PBSKIDS.org/Spanish after our culture discussion. Grades K4-1 worked on iPad's after our culture discussion.
1/30/17- Grades 4-8 spoke about some differences in Spanish speaking countries vs America. They students were most interested in the sports. We then worked on remembering numbers and family members.
1/24/17- Grades K4-3- continued to use the iPads on Spanish apps to work at their own pace.
1/23/17- Hoops for Heart kick start assembly was today! So much fun! The kids have a great understanding for what the American Cancer Society does and why. Grades 4-5 worked on Duolingo.com. Grades 6-8 finished their Spanish PowerPoint presentation and started on Duolingo.com
1/17/17- Grades K4-3 worked on the iPads, learning on the new Spanish apps the school has purchased thanks to the giving tree iTunes gift card donations!
1/16/17- No School- Observed MLK Day
1/10/17- Grades K4-3 continued learning about la familia, Mom, Dad, Aunt, Uncle, Cousins, Grandfather, grandmother, etc... Some classes have a special helper from Peru. They continue to be helpful additions to our Spanish class!
1/9/17- Grades 4 & 5 continued learning about la familia, Mom, Dad, Aunt, Uncle, Cousins, etc... Grades 6-8 worked on their Spanish PowerPoints.
1/3/17- Grades K4-3 learned about la familia, Mom, Dad, Aunt, Uncle, Cousins, Grandfather, grandmother, etc... Some classes even have a special helper from Peru. They have been helpful additions to our Spanish class!
1/2/17- HOLA! Bienvenido de vuelta! Grades 4 & 5 learned about la familia, Mom, Dad, Aunt, Uncle, Cousins, etc... Grades 6-8 worked on their Spanish PowerPoints.
12/19-30/16- WINTER BREAK- Enjoy the holidays- Happy New Year!
12/5-16/16- ALL students will be MAP testing during Spanish/Technology time.
11/29/16- Grades K4/K/1- The students went on the iPads for the first half of class working on letter sounds and numbers in Spanish. We then watched the movie Madagascar in spanish with english captions. I was impressed that most students had a good idea about what was going on in the show. Grades 2+3- Continued in the workbook. We learned about different parts of a home in spanish. We then played the "color game" which is always fun!
11/28/16- Grade 4 + 5: Today, we learned on how to ask, "What's your name?" in Spanish and the proper ways to responsed. Also, the difference between formal and informal. Grades 6-8 worked on their Spanish History PowerPoint and a few presented early for extra points! SPANISH HOMEWORK DUE MONDAY! They have had 5 weeks to do it and it is worth two test grades!
11/21/16-11/25/16- NO SPECIALS/NO SCHOOL. Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!
11/15/16-Grades K4-3 We played a memory color game. We had a verbal quiz about colors. We worked on the iPads with our new Spanish apps to help us learn at our own pace.
11/14/16- Grade 4 had a very special visitor- Ms. Gloria. She played a fun game with the class with simple loco-motor movements in Spanish. Grade 5 played the same learning game with Mrs. Roesch. Grades 6-8 worked on their Spanish History PowerPoint.
11/8/16-Grades K4-3 We played a memory color game. We worked on the iPads with our new Spanish apps to help us learn at our own pace.
11/7/16- Grade 4+5 worked in their workbooks and we played a memory color game Grades 6-8 worked on their Spanish History PowerPoint.
11/1/2016- Grades K4+K- DIA DE LOS MUERTOS! Day of the Dead! We talked about what this day is and why it is celebrated. We also worked on the iPads repeating everyday objects as they were said to them.
Grades 1-3- DIA DE LOS MUERTOS! Day of the Dead! We worked a worksheet about what this day is. We also made "Catrina" paper dolls to celebrate.
10/31/2016- Grade 5 watched Grades 6-8 continue on their Culture PowerPoint presentations. We had a Halloween Party in the afternoon so other classes were cancelled.
10/25/2016- Grades K4+K continued to learn the alphabet. Grades 1-3 worked together on a Sea Creatures and two different word match worksheets.
10/24/2016- Grades 4+5- Months packet. Grades 6-8- Continued to finish up our Culture Power Point presentations.
10/18/2016- Grades K4+K began to learn the alphabet. Grades 1-3 worked together on a Ropa (clothes) worksheet and a flying object worksheet.
10/17/2016- Grades 4-8 Learned Hablar (to speak) an "AR" verbs and how to conjugate them.
10/5-12/2016 Hurricane Matthew- State of Emergency- No School
9/27- Grades K4-K We went over numbers 1-10 and colors with Mrs. Roesch, then iPads to learn letters, colors, numbers, and object names in Spanish.
9/27- Grades 1-3 We worked in our workbooks to learn how to say and spell colors, then worked on the iPads to learn colors, numbers, and object names in Spanish.
9/26- Grades 4-5 We worked together in our workbooks. We are learning the days of the week; Los días de la semana.
9/26- Grades 6-8 We worked on our Spanish PowerPoint presentation that is due October 3rd.
DIOCESE OF CHARLESTON
Spanish Curriculum Grades K – 8
Introduction
Research shows that learning a foreign language expands a student’s educational development, communication skills and thinking abilities. Students who are involved in learning a foreign language improve their creativity and problem solving skills. It has also been proven that students who speak/read/write a foreign language have higher SAT scores. Students that learn a foreign language will better understand the world in which they live and be a more active participant in the global economy.
Purpose
The Curriculum is a guideline from which Catholic educators can provide basic instruction within the context of our Catholic faith. The goal is to teach the skills and information needed for students to be successful foreign language students in high school and higher education and to begin a long, consecutive study of the same second language that includes articulation between grades, leading to competency in that language.
Aim
To provide a framework to assist Diocesan teachers in Spanish instruction To improve the consistency of Spanish instruction within the Diocese To provide a curriculum that can be adapted for use with other World Languages To challenge students to become active participants in their own language growth through goal-setting and self-assessment
Framework
There are five standards based on the national standards identified by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), the South Carolina State Standards and the Diocese of Phoenix. The standards are: Communication, Culture, Connections with Content, Community and Comparisons. Each performance indicator is identified with SP (Spanish), the standard’s Roman numeral, grade level and numerical identifier. For example, SPII35.3 is the performance indicator for Spanish standard II grade levels 3-5 indicator #3.
The curriculum can be implemented using a variety of instructional approaches and materials. It is also recommended that teachers and/or schools develop an assessment plan that documents student progress. For example, a checklist of skills, a portfolio, or more traditional methods like tests and exams.
The frequency of these assessments and specific program details are to be determined locally by each school. It is recognized that due to staff and financial constraints Spanish programs in some schools may not be able to meet every objective and other schools will surpass the objectives named. However, the implementation of the Spanish Curriculum is essential to develop Catholic students who will more readily relate to their world outside the classroom and proclaim the Gospel.
Spanish Curriculum Grades K – 8
Introduction
Research shows that learning a foreign language expands a student’s educational development, communication skills and thinking abilities. Students who are involved in learning a foreign language improve their creativity and problem solving skills. It has also been proven that students who speak/read/write a foreign language have higher SAT scores. Students that learn a foreign language will better understand the world in which they live and be a more active participant in the global economy.
Purpose
The Curriculum is a guideline from which Catholic educators can provide basic instruction within the context of our Catholic faith. The goal is to teach the skills and information needed for students to be successful foreign language students in high school and higher education and to begin a long, consecutive study of the same second language that includes articulation between grades, leading to competency in that language.
Aim
To provide a framework to assist Diocesan teachers in Spanish instruction To improve the consistency of Spanish instruction within the Diocese To provide a curriculum that can be adapted for use with other World Languages To challenge students to become active participants in their own language growth through goal-setting and self-assessment
Framework
There are five standards based on the national standards identified by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), the South Carolina State Standards and the Diocese of Phoenix. The standards are: Communication, Culture, Connections with Content, Community and Comparisons. Each performance indicator is identified with SP (Spanish), the standard’s Roman numeral, grade level and numerical identifier. For example, SPII35.3 is the performance indicator for Spanish standard II grade levels 3-5 indicator #3.
The curriculum can be implemented using a variety of instructional approaches and materials. It is also recommended that teachers and/or schools develop an assessment plan that documents student progress. For example, a checklist of skills, a portfolio, or more traditional methods like tests and exams.
The frequency of these assessments and specific program details are to be determined locally by each school. It is recognized that due to staff and financial constraints Spanish programs in some schools may not be able to meet every objective and other schools will surpass the objectives named. However, the implementation of the Spanish Curriculum is essential to develop Catholic students who will more readily relate to their world outside the classroom and proclaim the Gospel.