Fifth graders will receive two 40-minute Spanish lessons a week. Students will learn Spanish sentence structure, basic grammar, and new vocabulary. Students will work on reading, writing, and speaking in the target language. All assignments and projects are graded to prepare for 6th grade Spanish. Students can expect a vocabulary quiz at the end of each unit. Homework is rare if students are using class time wisely. Fifth graders will apply what they've learned by working on individual, partner, and group projects. Students are always encouraged to present their work orally.
Students share their knowledge on Panama with the class, along with some home-made "tres leches" cake!