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    Welcome to APS 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 college, career, and life in 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

    World Language selection is determined at the school level in consultation with the district and in alignment with the Cluster articulation.

    Elementary School Languages: ASL, Chinese, French, Spanish

    Middle School Languages: Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Spanish

    High School Languages: Arabic, ASL (American Sign Language), Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Latin, Spanish

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

     

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    World Languages Instructional Resource Adoption
     
    APS will adopt new resources for world languages K-12. Our world language adoption committees have narrowed down their choices and we now want your input. Please go to 
    https://sites.google.com/apsk12.org/wl-resource-adoption to review the materials and complete the feedback surveys.
     
    Resources and surveys are available until May 1st!
     
     

    World Language Professional Organizations

     
    American Council of Teachers of Foreign Language  ACTFL
    Foreign Language Association of Georgia  FLAG
    Southern Conference on Language Teaching  SCOLT
    South East Coastal Conference on Language Learning   SECCLL
    American Association of Teachers of French  AATF
    American Association of Teachers of German  AATG
    American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese   AATSP
    American Classical League  ACL                            
     

    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, Sarah Smith Elementary. Check out the Dual Language Immersion Website for more information.

     Elementary School Programming
    The APS World Languages program is required for all APS elementary schools. The selection of the language is determined at the school level and must be in line with the World Language program articulation for the Cluster. The school also determines the grade level which the program begins and the frequency. According to the established APS Standards of Service the minimum amount of world language is 30 minutes per week, and 90 minutes per week for IB schools. In accordance with International Bacceleaurate Organization, the elementary world language program is required to begin by 2nd grade in IB authorized schools. Parents should contact their local school for more information about their school's world language programming.
     
    Middle School Programming
    The APS World Languages program in middle school continues the language begun in elementary school. Middle school students have the opportunity to earn high school credit in world language 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  2021-2022                                                                                                                                         
     
    Multilingualism matters! Building effective world language classrooms through oral proficiency and comprehensible input requires professional learning and collaboration. For the 2021-2022 school year, all professional learning will be done virtually via Zoom and the APS World Languages PLC Google Classroom. Sessions will be synchronous and asynchronous. Teachers should visit MyPLC to review the course catalog and register for courses.