2024-2025 School Year

Introduction to Spanish GVL

Wednesdays ONLY

Course Description

This is an introduction to the Spanish language and the countries and cultures that use it. The students will learn a wide range of vocabulary and phrases. They will also learn frequently used verbs and how to conjugate them in the present tense. They will work on correct pronunciation and accent. The work done in this class will be directed towards preparing the student for high school Spanish 1.

To be successful in this class:

Students should be able and willing to memorize a weekly vocabulary list and have a good working knowledge of English grammar. Also, students will need to commit to 20 minutes of homework four days per week. Access to quizlet would be beneficial.

Grades: 7th Grade, 8th Grade

Fees: $180 per year, plus $15 textbook/materials fee

Sections Offered: 4th Hour (Wednesday) - Harrison

Required Materials

Paso a Paso A 2nd Edition– rented from UHC.  Students will receive a copy at orientation.

Weekly grammar and vocabulary documents that will be printed at home and brought to class.

Other Materials:

  • 1 inch, three-ring binder (used exclusively for this class)
  • 12 pack colored pencils
  • 1 pack of index cards
  • 8 binder dividers

4th Hour (Wednesday) - Harrison

Meet Siria Harrison

Teaching Experience: 

  • Taught multiple women’s and children’s bible studies through church
  • Has been homeschooling her own children since 2018

Began teaching at UHC in 2023.