If you have any questions, please call our office at 703-228-2560.
Escuela Bolivia Fall 2010
Programs & Schedules
Spanish Classes for Children & Adults
Description: Escuela Bolivia provides Spanish courses to children and adults taught by native Spanish speakers. Adult classes include a beginners and intermediate course. Classes for children are from Pre-K through 8th grade, and children are divided by grade. We are strengthening our curriculum this year by offering "science in Spanish", which allows children to develop their Spanish and academic skills in a program that is aligned with the Virginia department of Education's science standards and the WIDA Consortium's language standards. Additionally, our Spanish language instruction for children incorporates music and computer lessons.
Registration: September 18 and 25 at Claremont Elementary School at 4700 S. Chesterfield Road, Arlington VA or via our website at http://bit.ly/9qyKaq
Class schedule: Classes begin on September 18 and end on December 18, and are held on Saturday mornings from 9am to 12pm at Claremont Elementary.
Cost: $150 for the 1st child and $100 for the 2nd child; and $175 per adult + a one-time $25 registration fee. Please note that additional family discounts are available as are generous need-based discounts.
Questions? Please call our office Monday - Friday, between 9am to 4pm at 703-228-2560.
Project Family for Toddlers
Description: Last year, Escuela Bolivia partnered with the Arlington County program, Project Family to provide an early childhood course for toddlers ages 1-3 with their parent or caregiver in Spanish. Project Family focuses on the whole child and teaches parents activities to promote the child's physical, language, cognitive, and social-emotional development, emphasizing the importance of routines and learning through play. Classes are culturally sensitive, provide support and networking opportunities, and familiarize parents with best practices related to child development, health, safety and nutrition. Classes are offered in Spanish, English, and bilingually.
Registration: September 18 and 25 at Claremont Elementary School at 4700 S. Chesterfield Road, Arlington VA or via our website at http://bit.ly/9qyKaq
Class schedule: Classes begin on September 18 and end on December 18, and are held on Saturday mornings from 9am to 10:30am at Claremont Elementary. In addition to offering classes through Escuela Bolivia at Claremont, Project Family also offers classes during the week at various locations in Arlington. To find out more, please visit their website at http://bit.ly/9osVLt or contact their Coordinator, Gloria Starr at 703-228-1549
Cost: This program is offered free of charge.
Questions? Inquiries about the registration process should be directed to our office Monday - Friday, between 9am to 4pm at 703-228-2560. Inquiries about the program should be directed to Gloria Starr at 703-228-1549.
ESL for Parents & Adults
Description: Escuela Bolivia provides an English as a Second Language/Civics program for adults wishing to increase English proficiency, gain computer literacy skills, and learn about American culture. This program is based on the REEP curriculum of Arlington County, and also offers interested participants special sessions on parent leadership, and on pursuing higher education. Our ESL/Civics program is held during the Fall and Spring in Arlington, VA and Falls Church, VA.
Registration: September 18 and 25 at Claremont Elementary School at 4700 S. Chesterfield Road, Arlington, VA or via our website at http://bit.ly/9qyKaq
Class schedule: Please note different locations and schedules.
- Claremont Immersion Elementary School
4700 S. Chesterfield Road
Arlington, VA 22206
Saturdays 8:30am to 12:30pm
Dates: September 18th to December 18th
Levels: Beginning & Intermediate for Adults
- Clarendon Education Center
2801 Clarendon Blvd. Suite 216
Arlington, VA 22201
Mondays & Wednesdays 5:45pm to 8:45pm
Dates: October 4-December 15, 2010
Levels: Beginning for Adults
- Iglesia Santa Maria (Santa Maria Church)
7000 Arlington Blvd.
Falls Church, VA 22042
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30pm to 9:00pm
Dates: October 5-December 16, 2010
Levels: Beginning & Intermediate for Adults
Questions? Please call our office Monday - Friday, between 9am to 4pm at 703-228-2560.
Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) for Latino High School Students
Description: ELP is a leadership development program that prepares Latino high school students for college through workshops that include university campus visits, field trips, and interaction with young, professional mentors. Students also have the opportunity to apply for an ELP scholarship at the successful completion of the program.
Registration: Students may download an application at http://bit.ly/b7TUAZ or call our office to request an application at 703-228-2560. We will be distributing flyers to Arlington high schools in September. We are also looking for mentors to guide our students through the college and scholarship application process. If you know of professional young adults who are qualified to mentor Latino high school students, please direct them to our website where they can learn more about the program and submit an application: http://bit.ly/cpDRdg
Class schedule: Classes will be held on Saturday mornings from 9:30am to 12:30pm, beginning on October 2, 2010 until December 4, 2010 at Clarendon Education Center located at 2801 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201.
Cost: This program is offered free of charge.
Questions? Please call our office Monday - Friday, between 9am to 4pm at 703-228-2560.
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