Course Description

Elementary Spanish is an elementary Spanish course that is a two year rotation. Each rotation will focus on teaching students beginner vocabulary, basic conversational phrases and exchanges, and would provide exposure to various Spanish countries and culture. The Spanish language would be introduced through a variety of methods including group discussions, hands-on activities, songs, and interactive group games. Students will work on correct pronunciation and accent.

Both rotations will develop students’ basic understanding of the Spanish language through the alphabet, numbers, and verbs. The 2025-2026 rotation will focus on vocabulary related to the outdoors (animals, weather, direction, seasons, clothes, and places). The 2026-2027 rotation will focus on vocabulary related to the indoors (food, school, emotions, restaurants, family, the body, and pronouns). The work done in this class will be directed towards preparing the student for middle school Intro to Spanish.

In addition to the vocabulary focus for each rotation, there will also be a country focus. The 2025-2026 rotation will focus on the country of Mexico and will introduce students to its rich history. Whereas the 2026-2027 rotation will focus on the country of Spain. Both rotations will immerse the students in the culture, art, history, sports, and geography of the country.

Beginner Spanish is offered:

• Mondays: (Early Hour: 8:00-9:05am) for 3rd, 4th or 5th grade students

OR

• Wednesdays: (Early Hour: 8:00-9:05am) for 3rd, 4th or 5th grade students

To be successful in this class:

Students must come to class ready to learn and engage with the teacher and classmates as they learn Spanish. There will be approximately 1 day of homework per week for this class.

Grades: 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade

Fees: $130 Plus other applicable fees as listed on the Tuition & Fees webpage such as: enrollment fee, security fee, portrait/ID fee, etc…

Prerequisites:

Must be enrolled in 3rd, 4th or 5th grade at UHC Greenville- Hampton Heights campus.

Sections Offered: Mondays- Early Hour (8:00-9:05am) Wednesdays- Early Hour (8:00-9:05am)