Foreign Language
Students at The Wood Acres School begin the study of the Spanish language and culture in the Three Year Old Program. With this early start, a formal sequential curriculum, and a proficient faculty, they have a chance to achieve academic success and that which eludes most language students—proficiency. Language instruction increases and continues through eighth grade.
Children are introduced to vocabulary and basic grammar to communicate about their school, home, clothes, and food. They also learn about Hispanic traditions, culture, and geography and learn how to appreciate the diversity of an ancient yet modern culture.
Beginning in third grade, the formal curriculum, Pasacalle, is introduced so that students continue to practice their conversational skills while also working on their Spanish grammar. Instructional methodology includes TPR, total pupil response, which encourages students to become comfortable in speaking, listening, writing and reading Spanish.