ESOL, Spanish & Chinese

Lis ArispeLis M. Arispe

Team:

6th, 7th & 8th grade C.A.S.E. Academy

Subject:

Spanish

Certification:

Professional Certification in Spanish K-12, Reading competency 2, ESOL 120 hours in service.

Philosophy:

I believe the children are our future...
I believe each and every child has the potential to bring something unique and special to the world. I will help children to develop their potential by believing in them as capable individuals. I will assist children in discovering who they are, so they can express their own opinions and nurture their own ideas. I have a vision of a world where people learn to respect, accept, and embrace the differences between us, as the core of what makes life so fascinating.

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Daniel Holiman

Team:

6th & 7th Grade STEAM

Subjects:

Chinese and Physical Science

Certification:

Middle Grades General Science (5-9); Mandarin Chinese (K-12)

Philosophy:

“Everything has its beauty, but not everyone sees it.” Confucius
“Science is nothing but perception.” Plato
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Carmen Matanzo

Team:

6th grade, 7th grade and 8th grade

Subjects:

ESOL and Spanish

Certification:

English 6-9, ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) K-12, Spanish K-12

Philosophy:

I believe that all students can learn if given the proper tools to cultivate their ideas. Knowledge is gained once ideas are shared and discussed in a respectful manner.

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Jacob Shillig - Foreign LanguagesStaff Photo

Team:

6th, 7th, 8th Grade CASE/STEAM Academies

Subject:

Spanish and Chinese, Chess

Certification:

AA-Mandarin Chinese, BA-Spanish, Continuing Education on JD at FAMU LAW

Philosophy:

To build international bridges between the US and countries like Chile, China, Taiwan, Argentina, and Mexico by teaching young American students about the Spanish and Chinese languages and culture.

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Spanish

Students in Spanish 1 learn how to communicate in Spanish by developing listening, speaking, writing, and reading skills.  Throughout the course, real-life applications are emphasized, as well as, an understanding of the different cultures of countries where Spanish is spoken.  This course is intended for eighth grade students who want to receive high school credit in a Foreign Language.