Teachers - Spanish Immersion Students | Baja California Language College

As more and more Latino children enroll in local school districts, the need for teachers with some degree of Spanish proficiency has never been greater. In some cases, teachers have students in their classes with absolutely no English language proficiency.

"When translators aren’t available it can create a very uncomfortable situation for the student, the teacher and the administration," commented James Korn, a middle school principal from central Washington.

"Parent-teacher conferences are my biggest challenges," explained Ann Reider, elementary teacher in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Sometimes the student knows English very well but the parents don't know any. Reider adds, "It's doubly tough when you have the student in the same conference acting as the translator for the parents. It certainly isn't the ideal atmosphere."

Teachers acknowledge that knowing even a little Spanish is better than not knowing any. The Baja California Language College has helped hundreds of teachers develop their Spanish language proficiency. These teachers have come in groups and as individuals during their vacation periods to learn more about the Mexican culture and to learn to speak Spanish language.

TESTIMONIALS

“Let me tell you about my experiences at the Colegio over the years, indeed, decades at this point.

As you know, I first encountered the School in the late 1990s when I moved from Minnesota to California. The staff was very helpful, kind, and patient; and I have been gratified to note very little turnover from year to year. This has increased my comfort level and made it possible to concentrate on my work and studies. Another plus has been the incredible variety of students in attendance from literally all parts of the world.

Ensenada is one of my favorite places. It is a lovely, clean, and friendly city located right on the Pacific Coast. On my most recent visit this past January, I was often out evenings after dark at dinner or for a stroll. I felt completely safe and, I might say, at home. Ensenada offers a variety of activities from touristic to adventurous to the everyday and mundane. The people of Ensenada are invariably kind and gracious.

The acquisition of some basic Spanish is important in the ministry of most clergy. Ensenada, with its beautiful cathedral and other cultural venues, is the perfect place to learn not only the language but the culture of Mexico as well.

I wish you and all your staff continued success.”

Frank Hegedus Episcopal Priest Budapest Hungary

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