ISD 625-Saint Paul Public Schools

Explore ASL as a visual language and learn how to sign basic words and phrases. We’ll cover the ASL American Manual Alphabet and numbers, how to make proper signs, along with word order and how to form sentences. Various lessons on ASL grammar and activities will grow your everyday vocabulary. This class is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Before registering, make sure your device meets the minimum requirements; view minimum requirements here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-System-Requirements-for-PC-Mac-and-Linux Please see your Registration Confirmation email for your online meeting information and more information on joining meetings.

For those comfortable with the ASL American Alphabet, signing numbers,, and basic facial expressions. Focus on developing vocabulary, and refining your ability to put words into sentence structures, further exploring ASL grammar, and a discussion about what makes ASL its own distinct language as opposed to English-based signing systems. No class Jan 20 and Feb 17. This class is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Before registering, make sure your device meets the minimum requirements; view minimum requirements here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/20136202... Please see your Registration Confirmation email for your online meeting information and more information on joining meetings.

Explore the concept of classifying instead of signing, examining specific handshapes. Focus on incorporating time and duration into your sentences, and how to talk in the past and future tenses. Additional vocabulary and grammar/cultural topics will be covered throughout. No class Jan 20 and Feb 17. This class is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Before registering, make sure your device meets the minimum requirements; view minimum requirements here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-System-Requirements-for-PC-Mac-and-Linux Please see your Registration Confirmation email for your online meeting information and more information on joining meetings.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of time, tense, and classifiers. Expand your vocabulary with deeper dives into grammatical concepts within ASL. We’ll wrap up with a look at the historical path ASL has taken to become the language it is today. This class is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Before registering, make sure your device meets the minimum requirements; view minimum requirements here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-System-Requirements-for-PC-Mac-and-Linux Please see your Registration Confirmation email for your online meeting information and more information on joining meetings.

For signers who are comfortable using classifiers as well as creating proper sentences in ASL. Focus in this level is vocabulary building and strengthening expressive signing abilities. This class is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Before registering, make sure your device meets the minimum requirements; view minimum requirements here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-System-Requirements-for-PC-Mac-and-Linux Please see your Registration Confirmation email for your online meeting information and more information on joining meetings.

We are all creative and have a story to tell, but where do we begin? Motivate the writer in you, and discover your own writing voice and style. Great for beginning writers and those who want to restart the practice of writing. Bring your journal and favorite pen!

Gain skills in the basics of French, preparing you to have natural conversations in French. Focus will be on present and future tenses. No class Feb 17. This class is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Before registering, make sure your device meets the minimum requirements; view minimum requirements here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-System-Requirements-for-PC-Mac-and-Linux. Please see your Registration Confirmation email for information on your online meeting.

Intended for students who have completed French 1 or equivalent. Further develop proficiency in communicating in French. Review and learn new vocabulary, develop grammar structures, and focus on oral expression. No class Feb 17. This class is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Before registering, make sure your device meets the minimum requirements; view minimum requirements here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-System-Requirements-for-PC-Mac-and-Linux. Please see your Registration Confirmation email for information on your online meeting.

Master the art of the French language in this fun immersion experience! Focus on more complex sentence structure and work towards fluency, building confidence in your conversational skills along the way. No class Mar. 11. This class is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Before registering, make sure your device meets the minimum requirements; view minimum requirements here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-System-Requirements-for-PC-Mac-and-Linux. Please see your Registration Confirmation email for information on your online meeting.

Vous aimez parler Français? This intermediate class is conducted entirely in French and will include a variety of fun discussion topics such as music, food, film, literature, and current events each week. At least two years of French experience is recommended. Venez nombreux! Laissez les bons temps rouler! No class Mar. 11. This class is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Before registering, make sure your device meets the minimum requirements; view minimum requirements here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-System-Requirements-for-PC-Mac-and-Linux. Please see your Registration Confirmation email for information on your online meeting.

Is your cursive script rusty? Here's a chance to get it back in shape. Bring the pen of your current choice and a pad of lined paper. Beginners welcome!

Learn basic conversation and expressions while discovering Japanese culture. No class Mar 11. This class is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Before registering, make sure your device meets the minimum requirements; view minimum requirements here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-System-Requirements-for-PC-Mac-and-Linux. Please see your Registration Confirmation email for information on your online meeting.

Continue your studies of the Japanese language, concentrating on the use of verbs. Knowledge of the Japanese scripts hiragana and katakana is helpful but not required. No class Mar 11. This class is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Before registering, make sure your device meets the minimum requirements; view minimum requirements here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-System-Requirements-for-PC-Mac-and-Linux. Please see your Registration Confirmation email for information on your online meeting.

Ideal for students who have completed Japanese 2, this class further develops your vocabulary and conversational skills. This class is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Before registering, make sure your device meets the minimum requirements; view minimum requirements here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-System-Requirements-for-PC-Mac-and-Linux. Please see your “Class Confirmation” email for more information on joining meetings.

Focus on conversational Japanese and Japanese culture during free-form discussion. Students must know some hiragana and katakana to read and write. Required Japanese 3 or equivalent. This class is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Before registering, make sure your device meets the minimum requirements; view minimum requirements here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-System-Requirements-for-PC-Mac-and-Linux. Please see your “Class Confirmation” email for more information on joining meetings.

For students who have completed Spanish 1.5 or have a good handle on the simple verb tenses. Focus on compound perfect tenses, the conjugation of verbs, and the writing of sentences. Fee includes a Spanish booklet.

Sharpen your ability to carry on a conversation in Spanish while deepening your understanding of Hispanic culture. Best for people who have a basic understanding of the Spanish language and want to refresh or enhance their skills. Highly interactive and discussion based. No class on March 11. The content of this class changes each session, so whether you're taking this class for the first time or second, all are welcome! This class is being offered using the Zoom online platform. Before registering, make sure your device meets the minimum requirements; view minimum requirements here: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-System-Requirements-for-PC-Mac-and-Linux. Please see your Registration Confirmation email for information on your online meeting.