Foreign Language in Elementary School (FLES)

At FLES, we strongly believe that a child whose curiosity about another language and culture is awakened will be better prepared to participate and interact in our increasingly global community.

Spanish language instruction is offered here at Olney Elementary school to students in grades K-5. The one hour classes meet once a week. Classes are scheduled before school, from October through May. The focus is on exposure to a foreign language with emphasis on oral acquisition through songs, games, cultural notes and a sequential curriculum. The PTA chairperson coordinates enrollment, scheduling, etc. Parents are responsible for the fee.

The FLES Rules:

• Be on time

• Put your belongings in the designated area

• Sit in your assigned chair

• Food, drinks and chewing gum are not allowed in class

• Pay attention: look at and listen closely to the FLES teacher

• Raise your hand to speak

• Speak in a loud and clear voice when it is your turn

• Don't speak in English during class (This rule does not apply to the Introductory Program) You may ask your teacher questions in English before or after class)

• Bring a note from home whenever you are absent

• Get a drink of water and go to the bathroom before or after class

• HAVE FUN!

Click for more information about the FLES Program or call Mrs. Nagelvort. (301- 774-1123)