Scholarships & Grants
For foreign language/cultural immersion sponsored by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages and other supporting organizations
Babel Fish
NOT to be used for translating your paragraphs from English to Spanish to turn in for a grade. You may use this site to translate a website written entirely in Spanish or French into English so you can get an idea of what it's talking about. CAUTION: It will translate words literally and miss many idioms, so even if you use it to cheat on your homework, any Spanish speaker (and your teacher) will know.
Word Reference
The WordReference Dictionaries are free online translation dictionaries. The most popular dictionaries are the Spanish Dictionary, French Dictionary and the Italian Dictionary.
How to Type Accented Letters & Characters
Customize your keyboard or use codes to type accents in any document:
Hold down the “Alt” key while typing the following number series:
2015 CATastrophe film winner - Super smart humour for those learning French who also happen to love short cat films French surnames - These are called "noms" in French. Pick one to add to your alter ego in this year's class.
Listening Comprehension on About.com
Full speed or slow down options on listening part. Also available: Transcript, Translation, Listen, Study, and Test.
Excellent for listening practice at all levels
Individual topical listening videos from all around the Spanish-speaking world on topics such as experience in an auto accident, ordering a meal, geography of your country, and having a job interview.
Grammar Reteaching Tutorials
If you are ever having trouble with a specific area of grammar, obviously you should feel free to email me, call me, or ask me any questions you may have in class. However, we all learn differently. Occasionally, you may find that you're just not understanding it as well as you'd like the way your book or I have explained it to you.
SAT II Spanish Tests
There are two Spanish Subject Tests: Spanish ($29) and Spanish with Listening ($40). Both tests evaluate your reading ability in Spanish. The Spanish Test with Listening also measures your ability to understand spoken Spanish, in addition to your reading ability. Find out more about taking the listening tests ($40).
Recommended Prep
Three to four years of Spanish language study in high school (or two years of strong preparation), or the equivalent.
When should you take the Spanish test?
There are a few factors to consider while you're deciding when to take the test.
You should have at least two years of strong preparation in the language, but the more the better. So, if you're continuing in high school Spanish next semester/year, then wait to take the test.
You should be in a Spanish class when you take the test. You're likely not to do as well if you take the test after you haven't been in a Spanish class for several months.
For seniors studying Spanish: if Spanish is a strong subject for you, be sure it's one of the SAT Subject Tests you take in time for your colleges to see your score. If you're only taking it for placement purposes, and not as part of your application for admission, wait until you're as far along in your course as possible.
If you want to take the Spanish with Listening test, remember that it's only given in November (don't forget to bring a portable CD player with earphones!).
Los Mandatos
Spanish commands word list, games, hangman, and quizzes.
Storyplace.org
You gotta love the interactive stories and games on this site. I know the Elementary Spanish guys sure do!
Cuentos y actividades (Stories and Activities)
- Elementary Level - Interactive online stories, activities to print, and lists of books to read. ALL IN SPANISH!
- Preschool Level - Interactive online stories, games, activities to print, and lists of books to read. ALL IN SPANISH!
- Elementary Level - Games and Puzzles to accompany the Susan Middleton Elya books mentioned on our Recommended Book List
Blanchard Elementary School
Blanchard Elementary School is one of the top elementary schools in the Muscogee County School District. Due to its charming combination of setting alongside a lake and park to its quality of administration and education, Blanchard is a great place to learn and work.
LIGHT Support Group
LIGHT is a Christian organization that is dedicated to the support of Godly home teaching of children. Our purpose is to provide encouragement, prayerful support, and communication among all home educating families; information on teaching techniques and curriculum; coordination of group activities, and monitoring of legislation relating to home study programs. LIGHT membership is open to all interested home educators regardless of their religions, but all should understand that the meetings and activities will often reflect a distinctively Christian emphasis and flavor.
Wynnton Methodist Preschool
Wynnton United Methodist Preschool seeks to offer the finest in early childhood education and to direct attention to the Christian faith through songs, verses, activities, and stories which are based on Biblical teachings. Our teachers uphold Christian beliefs and model the behavior we would like our children exposed to in a scholastic atmosphere. It is our desire to support families in the nurture of their children by providing a loving, enriching, and positive Christian preschool experience.
The church and preschool work jointly to be of service to families, to help young children grow and develop, to help parents more fully understand and enjoy their children, and to provide a safe environment that enables preschoolers to experience the joy of learning. We hope that families whot do not already have a church home will feel comfortable and welcome at Wynnton United Methodist Church and that the church can serve their broader spiritual needs.
Fort Benning Homeschoolers (Yahoo group)
This is a group designed to unite military homeschoolers in the Ft. Benning, Georgia area. This forum was created to share ideas and pass on information to all those interested.
Fort Benning Homeschoolers (website)
Fort Benning Homeschoolers was developed to give general information on homeschooling to active duty, retired, Reserve and National Guard families in the Fort Benning, Georgia area.
GA-hs: Uniting West Central GA Homeschool Support Groups and Families
All homeschoolers in the West Central area of Georgia, regardless of religious affiliation, or membership in existing local support groups, are invited and welcome to join GA-hs (Columbus, Cataula, Hamilton, LaGrange, Alabama border towns, Harris, Muscogee, Marion, Talbot, Troup, Meriwether counties, and other localities in the general area).
Home Learning in Phenix City, AL
This group is for those homeschooling in and around Phenix City. As with any other newly started community our group is small but, we are hoping that as more people get to know about the group it will grow. If you are already homeschooling or considering homeschooling you are welcome to join. Parents of all aged children are welcome as well as those with many different homeschooling styles.
Freedom Homeschoolers
Freedom Homeschoolers was created in 2005 to support homeschooling families in the Phenix City, AL / Columbus, GA area regardless of religious affiliation. Support for each family is offered through group activities, co-ops, field trips, or perhaps just a chance to sit and chat with other homeschooling families. Family membership is very affordable at just $10 for the school year.
A2Z Loop
For homeschooling families belonging to the A2Z group.
Chattahoochee Valley Homeschoolers Meetup Group
Meet other local families taking responsibility for educating their children by using resources in the home and community. Share tips, discuss problems, schedule activities and pool ideas.
Family Theatre
Family Theatre is a non-profit theatre company located in Columbus, GA founded in 1997 by Anne Stumhofer. Our mission to deliver quality, wholesome entertainment for the entire family. We seek to bring quality productions centered around wholesome themes that promote positive family values and are free of the profanity and questionable adult themes that lace so many forms of entertainment today.
And, just as important, Family Theatre provides a place for local actors, directors, musicians, choreographers, and technicians to hone their skills and gain valuable practical experience both on and off stage...a valuable asset for anyone interested in a career in the theatre or behind the scenes.
