Public Speaking Students learn to present topics to an audience. Seminar A seminar in the study of Talmud, Midrash or Codes for those with prior text skills. Requires permission of instructor. The advantages of taking Spanish language in the upper school years are many. We have small classes that allow extra practice and personalized attention.
Universities look favorably on students who have an advanced knowledge of a language.
This is true for both native and non-native speakers. The SDJA Spanish program is geared not only to communicate in Spanish, but also ultimately to master it enough to be able to take an Advanced Placement test in high school and obtain college credits. In the past we have taken our more advanced students to Mexico for a week of Spanish immersion program. With more enrollments in the Spanish program, this trip can be offered again. As you review the elective choices please keep in mind that taking a foreign language entails practice and a commitment from the student.