LAKEVIEW MIDDLE World Language Academy
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Importance of learning a Second Language ◦ Learning a foreign language boosts brain power. ◦ A person’s ability to multi -task is developed. ◦ Memory is improved. ◦ The mind becomes more keen. ◦ Polyglots are seen to display improved decision-making ability. ◦ The first language is improved. ◦ Performance in other academic areas is enhanced. ◦ It makes a person more flexible and open to other cultures. ◦ Foreign language expands career potentials. ◦ It builds self-confidence. ◦ It aids in self-discovery and self-actualization.
What is the World Language Academy? ◦ It is a program where students can take Spanish or French and receive High School credits in 7 th and 8 th grade in the selected language. ◦ The WL academy will help you be part of the multicultural society of today, being able to speak, listen, read and write Spanish or French. ◦ If you are not zoned for Lakeview and want to be part of the World Language Academy, you can. You would just have to provide your own transportation to the school . ◦ Selection is trough School Choice and requirements include to be at proficiency level in state assessments and at grade level in reading/math.
Lakeview’s World Language Academy is divided in: Foreign • no previous experience needed in Spanish or French Language • Earn 2 high school credits by the end of eighth grade. Academy Dual • Students with previous experience in a dual language setting in the Language languages of Spanish and English. • Earn 3 high school credits and Academy possible college credits at the end of 8 th grade.
How will the World Language Academy look for your 6 th grader? ◦ They will begin taking Introductory Spanish or French( depending on the language chosen) and no previous experience is necessary, unless enrolling in the dual language academy. ◦ The student will continue in the program until 8 th grade and receive their 1 st Foreign language high school credit class in 7 th grade (Spanish 1 or French 1) and in 8 th grade (Spanish 2 or French 2). ◦ They will have a cultural-language enrichment lab to expose them as much as possible to the language that they selected learning. This class is offered all three years within the program.
◦ All H.S. credit courses will have mid terms and end of the year course exam that will grant them the credit. EOC exams are provide by OCPS. ◦ Each class is counted as an elective course every year. ◦ Students and parents will sign a contract at registration with the requirements and conditions of the program .
STUDENT AND PARENT CONTRACT
WORLD AND DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY STUDENT PROGRESSION
6 th to 8 th grade World Language Academy cycle Introductory Spanish or French 6 th grade Cultural-language Cultural-language enrichment lab enrichment lab Spanish or French Spanish 1 Spanish 2 or or French 1 French 2 Cultural-language 7 th grade 8 th grade enrichment lab
6 th to 8 th grade Dual Language Academy cycle Spanish 2 H.S Spanish 1 H.S 7 th grade 6 th grade Science class is given in each grade in Spanish Advanced Placement World Language Spanish Language and Culture International Studies H.S/College credit 8 th grade
Expectations Teacher: ◦ To teach the language rigorously ◦ Meet the needs of all learners ◦ A hands-on, motivating, risk-free environment Parent: ◦ To continue second language learning at home ◦ Support at home with schoolwork/projects/homework ◦ Full understanding and commitment to the program ◦ Open communication with both teachers Student: ◦ 100% effort and motivation everyday ◦ To be prepared and ready to learn ◦ To actively participate in class. ◦ Complete all assignments ◦ Good behavior
ELECTIVE CLASSES OFFERED AT LAKEVIEW
◦ Chorus ◦ Handbells ◦ Drama ◦ Band ◦ Orchestra ◦ Guitar ◦ Stagecraft ◦ Journalism 7-8 th graders ◦ T.V production 7-8 th graders ◦ Computer Education ◦ Physical Education ◦ Spanish
SPORTS
◦ 1 st nine weeks ◦ soccer ◦ Unified Sports and Special ◦ 2 nd nine weeks Olympics are other ◦ volleyball extracurricular activities related ◦ 3 rd nine weeks to the Sports portion offered here at Lakeview and are offered ◦ basketball year around. ◦ 4 th nine weeks ◦ track and field
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL OPTIONS
◦ After the 2 nd week of school, Lakeview offers morning Power Hour Club starting at 7:30 am. (fee involved) ◦ Teachers offer individual tutoring based on their availability. ◦ Boys and Girls club is a free after school program where students participate in different activities and it is available until 6:00pm. ◦ Club offerings happen before and after school.
STUDENT CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
Lakeview has a variety of clubs, such as: ◦ NJHS ◦ Drama Club ◦ FCA ◦ Student Council ◦ BETA Club ◦ Chess Club ◦ SHA-Club de la Amistad* ◦ French Club ◦ Cooking Club
MAGNET APPLICATION
How to apply ◦ If you would like to be part of Lakeview’s World Language Academy please visit www.schoolchoice.ocps.net to complete the application. ◦ Applications are due February 18 th, 2018 at midnight. ◦ All acceptance notification will be sent via email by the beginning of March ◦ Any question in regard of acceptance or denial after the lottery you can contact School Choice directly at: magnetoffice@ocps.net ◦ Magnet Schools and Magnet Program Policy can be found at the School Choice website.
More information needed? ◦ Please contact School Choice magnetoffice@ocps.net ◦ Lauranette Ramos (WLA coordinator and teacher) at 407-877-5010 ext. ◦ 5122305 or email at lauranette.ramosrobles@ocps.net ◦ Senyada Pierre(Registrar) at 407-877-5010 ext. 5122259 or email at Senayda.pierre@ocps.net
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