Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.

1. Do I need to purchase a dictionary for my child?
2. Should students be using on-line translators?
3. How can I help my child study? I don't know Spanish.
4. When will my child be fluent?
5. How come I never hear my child speaking Spanish?

Do I need to purchase a dictionary for my child?

The students do not need to purchase a dictionary.  There are dictionaries 
available in class and in the school library.  At times students don't find 
the correct word when using a dictionary and the results are often comical.

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Should students be using on-line translators?

A student could use an on-line translator to find a word or two but not to 
translate sentences.  At times students try to type in English and have the 
computer translate the whole writing.  This is not a good plan as it is not 
the student's work and it often includes vocabulary and grammar well beyond 
the current level of study.

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How can I help my child study? I don't know Spanish.

Students will always have flashcards which the parents can help with.  Show 
the English word and have your child say the Spanish word.  Feeling 
adventurous?  Try saying the Spanish word.  Your child will love correcting 
any mispronunciation.

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When will my child be fluent?

Although we make great progress in the Spanish program, two classes a week 
will not achieve that goal.  Students are encouraged to continue the study 
of Spanish in High School and College.

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How come I never hear my child speaking Spanish?

Unless there is another Spanish speaker at home it is unlikely that your 
child will have a conversation with themselves.  This is a hard one as 
parents you want to see evidence of their learning.  Parents are welcome to 
come see a class and there will also be opportunities to hear and see your 
child present or role-play a situation in Spanish.

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