Language & Culture Classes for Kids
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Our Mission
Learning a language is important to a child’s self-development, allowing for better communication with others around the world as well as a better understanding of different people and cultures. By investing in our children’s education and cultural awareness, we are setting the foundations for the global citizens of tomorrow.
The Importance of Learning a Language at an Early Age
- Studies show that elementary age students have an easier time learning a language and have a better chance of developing native-like pronunciation.
- Studies also show that students who take four or more years of a foreign language score significantly higher on the verbal section of their SAT’s than those who had studied four years of any other subject.
- Language is an important way for children to better develop personally and become better equipped in an ever-changing and competitive world. At the NNIC, we feel it is very important to provide a service that can better help your child grow into a global citizen of his or her world.
Our Programs
The NNIC, with the Washoe County School District, offers after-school language programs for elementary school students in 1st – 6th grade. These programs focus on language basics while also teaching about different cultures and geographies where the language is spoken.
The following languages are offered, depending on parent desire:
- Spanish
- French
- Mandarin
- Japanese
The program consists of two classes per week for 45 minutes each for 8-week, 10-week, and 12-week semesters depending on the school where it is offered. Students from other schools are also welcome. To register, please check the Community Education website for course details and registration options.
Class Offerings and Schedules
The following schools will be having language programs for the 2010 spring semester.
8 Week Programs:
February 1- March 29, 2010 (no class Feb. 15)
Spanish Programs:
- Brown Elementary School Tuesday/Thursday 3:30-4:15
- Spanish Springs Elementary School Monday/ Wednesday 3:30-4:15
10 Week Programs:
January 25 – April, 5, 2010 (no class February 15)
Spanish Programs:
- Caughlin Ranch Elementary School Monday/ Wednesday 3:10-3:55
- Hidden Valley Elementary School Monday/Wednesday 3:10-3:55
- Hunsberger Elementary School Monday/ Wednesday 3:40-4:25
- Hunter Lake Elementary School Monday/ Wednesday 3:10-3:55
- Moss Elementary School Tuesday/Thursdays 3:30-4:15
- Mount Rose Elementary School Monday/ Wednesday 3:25-4:05
- Pleasant Valley Elementary School Monday/ Wednesday 3:40-4:25
French Programs:
- Hunsberger Elementary School Tuesday/Thursday 3:40-4:25
Costs
To find out information about pricing, discounts and scholarships please contact the Educational Outreach Coordinator at 784-7515 ext. 225 or email CLICK ME
Our Teachers
Our teachers are native speakers and/or university language majors. Our teachers believe that by introducing our children to language and culture, we can better equip them for the modern, global world. Instructors combine traditional and dynamic teaching techniques to make learning fun! They teach the fundamentals of vocabulary, basic grammar and conversations through a curriculum-based program while also making time for games, music, and other fun exercises.
Interested in becoming a teacher for our program?
Please send a resume to Natasha Majewski at CLICK ME
Interested in Having a Program at Your School?
Please contact the Educational Outreach Coordinator at (775) 784-7515 ext. 225 or email Natasha Majewski at CLICK ME to discuss the possibility of having a program at your school.
We currently have curriculums for the following languages:
- Spanish
- French
- Mandarin
- Japanese
With possibilities for more!
