Welcome to the Spanish webpage!

Who takes Spanish at Trinity?
All students in grades 3, 4, and 5

When do they have it?
Once a week for 45 minutes

What concepts are taught in Spanish class?
The emphasis of the Spanish instruction at Trintiy is on practicing basic conversation phrases and vocabulary related to different topics.  The conversation phrases are those students can use in everyday life, such as how to order in restaurants. The vocabulary lists include topics such as colors, numbers, family, body parts, animals, and the house.  In addition, calendar and weather practice is a routine part of class.

How is Spanish taught?
Songs, games, and hands-on materials are used in the teaching process.  Upper grade students write and perform skits as well.  While the chief emphasis at this level is on listening to and speaking Spanish, all students are given written copies of vocabulary learned.  They are taught letter sounds to help them begin to read in Spanish.  They also do some writing, including translating sentences. 

Will Spanish help the students in other classes?
Yes! In addition to learning another language in Spanish class, students also learn more about English by discussing the relationship of English and Spanish words to each other and to Latin.  Math concepts are strengthened through study of the numbers, and geography is taught by locating Spanish-speaking countries on the map.  

Are there any special events during the year?
Yes! At the end of the year, parents are invited to an open house in which the students show what they have learned during the year.  This gives the parents an opportunity to see what a typical class is like. In addition, each class has a fiesta each year.

Who teaches Spanish at Trinity?
Melany McDermott is the Trinity Spanish teacher. She has a B.A. in Spanish from David Lipscomb University in Nashville and an elementary certification for grades 1-8 also from Lipscomb. Miss McDermott has traveled to Mexico, Honduras, and Ecuador.