Languages
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Italian Language Through Simple Readers I
Mon 10 sessions $159For students who completed all four levels of Italian or can read and converse in the language, this course reinforces pronunciation, comprehension, storytelling, and grammar through weekly readings from easy reader books.
Sep 14, 20269:30 am – 11:30 am -
Italian Language Through Simple Readers II
Mon 10 sessions $159For students who completed Italian through Simple Readers I or can read and converse in Italian, this course builds fluency and comprehension through longer, more complex weekly readings and discussion.
Sep 14, 202612:00 pm – 2:00 pm -
Spanish is Fun! Part I
Mon 10 sessions $159This course covers Chapters 1–4 of Primera Parte, introducing greetings, farewells, English-Spanish cognates, masculine and feminine nouns, family relationships, school vocabulary, and regular verbs with simple sentence practice.
July 6, 2026 and Oct 5, 202610:00 am – 12:00 pm -
Spanish is Fun! Part II
Thu 10 sessions $159This course covers Chapters 5–8 of Segunda Parte, including numbers 0–30, telling time, present tense –er verbs, colors, adjectives and opposites, describing personality, and exploring Spanish/Latino culture.
July 9, 2026 and Oct 1, 202610:00 am – 12:00 pm -
Spanish is fun! Part III
Tue 10 sessions $159This course covers Chapters 9–12 of Tercera Parte, including professions, describing locations and conditions, present tense –ir verbs, expressing ongoing actions, dates and months, celebrations, and Spanish/Latino cultural topics.
Oct 1, 202610:00 am – 12:00 pm -
Introduction to Italian I
Wed 10 sessions $159Introduction to Italian I is designed for students with little or no knowledge of the language. It aims to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills while exploring aspects of the Italian culture. The course includes the introduction of grammar and vocabulary through dialogues and short readings. This course is ideal for those looking to start their journey in learning Italian and gain a better understanding of the language and its cultural context.
Sep 2, 20269:30 am - 11:30 am -
Introduction to Italian V
Wed 10 sessions $159Welcome to the last step in your journey to learn the Italian language. This course is designed for students who have completed the previous levels of the Italian classes or who have a good knowledge of the language. In this class, students will continue learning the advanced levels of grammar, will read and express they opinion on topics related to the Italian culture.
Sep 2, 202612:00 pm – 2:00 pm -
Let's Learn to Sign! - Beginning American Sign Language (ASL I)
Wed 10 sessions $159Learn American Sign Language (ASL) in this introductory course, covering greetings, basic introductions, everyday vocabulary, and Deaf Culture. Students will be able to hold simple conversations with Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing individuals.
July 8, 2026 and Oct 7, 202610:00 am – 12:00 pm -
Let's Learn to Sign! - Beginning American Sign Language (ASL II)
Wed 10 sessions $159Build on previous ASL knowledge by learning new vocabulary, phrases, and simple sentence structures. This course uses an online curriculum, handouts, and a textbook. ASL I is required.
July 8, 2026 and Oct 7, 20261:00 pm – 3:00 pm -
Advanced Italian Conversation
Thu 10 sessions $159Practice Italian conversation while discussing travel, daily life, and culture; expand vocabulary and strengthen comprehension using videos and audio. Designed for students already comfortable speaking Italian.
Sep 3, 202612:30 pm - 2:00 pm -
Intermediate Italian Conversation
Thu 10 sessions $159Benvenuti! Build confidence and fluency in Italian through interactive conversation, practicing real-life communication with classmates while enjoying the fun of speaking this beautiful language.
Sep 3, 20269:30 am – 11:30 am
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