ESOL, Spanish & Chinese
Lis 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.
Contact:
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
Contact:
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.
Contact:
Jacob Shillig - Foreign Languages
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.
Contact:
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.