Spanish in Calgary
Spanish in Calgary
Spanish in Calgary
French and International Languages: http://www.cbe.ab.ca/programs/languages/ default.asp Parent Information: Canadian Parents for French: www.cpf.ca Alberta Education: http://education.alberta.ca/parents/resources/ handbook.aspx Registration, Transportation, and Kindergarten: http://www.cbe.ab.ca/Parents/default.asp
Benefits
Learning Spanish:
Expands the intellect Teaches responsible citizenship Develops enhanced feelings of selfesteem and pride in having acquired an additional language Strengthens English literacy skills Encourages the joy of lifelong learning Promotes exploration, understanding and appreciation of the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world and contributes to multilingualism and multiculturalism Allows students to compete internationally Provides students with more choices for advanced education and career options Broadens students cultural life through access to literature, art, music and theatre in another language
What is it?
The Spanish Bilingual Program provides students with the opportunity to acquire the basic skills for speaking, reading, writing, listening and communicating in both English and Spanish at a young age. Spanish and English are used as the languages of instruction, beginning in Kindergarten or Grade 1 and continuing to Grade 12. The program is part of the International Spanish Academy network sponsored by the Ministry of Education of Spain.
Subjects taught in Spanish - Kindergarten, Grades 1 to 6* Spanish Language Arts Mathematics Physical Education Optional Subject Complementary course
- Grades 10, 11 and 12* Spanish Language Arts Mathematics or Complementary Course * The Spanish Bilingual Program was opened in September of 2001 and will be expanded by one grade level each year up to grade 12. * Complementary courses may vary from site to site depending on availability of resources.
2009-2010
French Immersion Elementary Schools
Banff Trail Chinook Park Hidden Valley Highwood Janet Johnstone King George Mayland Heights Sam Livingston Sundance Varsity Acres Westgate William Reid