• ESOL & WL

     
    Welcome to World Languages
     
    Language and communication are at the heart of the human experience. Learning to communicate in another language is critical to our students' ability to succeed in a global society. The APS Office of ESOL and World Languages envisions a future of biliteracy in which all students will develop and maintain proficiency in at least two languages. Our focus is to:
    • Ensure students receive quality instruction in the target language through an articulated, sequential program which prepares them for a global society;
    • Provide opportunities for cultural and linguistic enrichment through authentic interactions and engaging instruction.


    Are you interested in becoming an APS World Languages Teacher?                                                                        

    APS is always looking for master educators who believe in the potential of our students and are committed to making a difference in student lives. Click here for information on how to navigate the certification process for world language teaching: GA Certification Guidance World Languages

    APS World Languages

    Elementary School Languages: Chinese, French, Spanish

    Middle School Languages: Chinese, French, Spanish

    High School Languages: Arabic, Chinese, French, Latin, Spanish (German beginning 2019 - 2020)

    If you are interested in finding out more about opportunities in APS World Languages, contact Dr. Margaret McKenzie at mamckenzie@atlanta.k12.ga.us

    Upcoming Job Fair

    GADOE World Languages Job Fair

    Date: Saturday, February 8, 2020

    Time: 9:00 - 12:00

    Location: North Atlanta High School

    4111 Northside Pkwy NW  |  Atlanta, GA 30327

    Spotlights                                                                                                                                                                           

     Follow us on Twitter at @apsWorldLang
     

     
     
    What's happening in the World of World Language?                                                                                                    
     
     
    Upcoming Conferences for World Language Teachers:
     
    22 - 24 November    American Council of Teachers of Foreign Language (ACTFL)                                            ACTFL
     
    06 - 07 March         Foreign Language Association of Georgia (FLAG) Conference in Atlanta, GA                                   FLAG
                                   
    26 -28 March       Southern Conference on Language Teaching (SCOLT) Conference, Mobile, AL                           SCOLT
          
    09 -10 April      South East Coastel Conference on Language Learning (SECCLL) in Savannah, GA               SECCLL
                             
    15 -18 July        American Association of Teachers of French National Conference in Quebec          AATF
     
    09 -12 July     American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese in San Juan, PR          AATSP
                                 
     
    Annual World Language Activities for Students:
    February       National French Contest                                                                                    AATF
    March           French Immersion Camp in Eatonton, GA                                                            FI
    March             “Dis-moi dix mots” – Atlanta Francophonie                                                        AF
    March             Spanish Immersion Camp in Covington, GA                                                        SIC
    April                FLAG MS/HS Spoken Language Contests                                                             FLAG
    April                FLAG FLEX/FLEX Spoken Language Contest                                                         FLAG
    June            University of North Georgia Federal Service Language Camps                        UNGFSLC            
    July             University of North Georgia Federal Service Language Camps                         UNGFSLC

    Dual Language Immersion
    The APS Dual Language Immersion program provides students with 50% of the instructional day in Spanish. The following schools have DLI programs: Benteen Elementary, Bolton Academy, E Rivers Elementary, Garden Hills Elementary, Morris Brandon Elementary, Perkerson Elementary, Sarah Smith Elementary. Check out the Dual Language Immersion Website for more information.

    Middle School Programming
    The APS World Languages program in middle school provides students with access to a high school credit-bearing program. Middle school students have the opportunity to earn high school credit while still in middle school. Parents should contact their local school for more information about this opportunity.
     
    High School Programming
    The APS World Languages program in high school provides students with an opportunity to continue their language study with access to additional languages and upper levels. Students who complete the AP and IB levels will be considered for the Seal of Biliteracy. If the AP or IB level is not offered, students may contact the World Language Department Chair at their school for information on testing options.


    Professional Learning                                                                                                                                             
     
    Multilingualism matters! Building effective world language classrooms through oral proficiency and comprehensible input.

    August 7th: Pre-Planning Training @ Sutton Middle School (7/8 Campus) Featuring Bryce Hedstrom!

    October 15th: Building a Profiiciency Based Classroom @ Sutton Middle School

    March 16th: Creating Tech-Infused World Language Classrooms