English

English Basics for Beginners
This course teaches basic reading, writing, listening, speaking and pronunciation skills.
Mondays, September 14-November 16, 10 classes – 20 Hours, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Kristi Shaw-Selah
Cost: $385 + textbooks

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English Basics for Professionals
This pronunciation course is for proficient English speakers who want to continue to improve their skills.
Prerequisites: English Basic for Beginners or approval by instructor.
Wednesdays, September 16-November 18, 10 classes – 20 hours, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Kristi Shaw-Selah
Cost: $385 + textbooks

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French

French Advanced Intermediate I
Advanced level French communication.
Requirements: Students must be approved by instructor.
Session A: Tuesdays, September 1-October 13 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Sharon Blane
Cost: $255 (does not include textbook)

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French Advanced Intermediate II
This introduces the basics for French communication.
Requirements: Must have completed French I or with instructor approval
Session B: Thursdays, October 20-December 8 *no class November 24, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Sharon Blane
Cost: $255 (does not include textbook)

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French I
This introduces the basics for French communication.
Session A: Tuesdays, September 1-October 13 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Kristi Shaw-Selah
Cost: $255 (does not include textbook)

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French II
Early Intermediate level French communication.
Requirements: Must have completed French I or with instructor approval
Session B: Tuesdays, October 20-December 8 *no class November 24 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Kristi Shaw-Selah
Cost: $255 (does not include textbook)

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French III+
This introduces the basics for French communication.
Requirements: Must have completed French III or with instructor approval.
Session A: Thursdays, September 3-October 15, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Kristi Shaw-Selah
Cost: $255 (does not include textbook)

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French IV
This introduces the basics for French communication.
Requirements: Must have completed French III or with instructor approval.
Session A: Thursdays, October 22-December 10 *no class November 26, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Kristi Shaw-Selah
Cost: $255 (does not include textbook)

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German

German I
This introduces the basics for German communication.
Session A: Thursdays, September 3-October 15 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Sharon Blane
Cost: $255 (does not include textbook)

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German II
Early Intermediate level German communication.
Session B: Thursdays, October 22-December 10 *no class November 26, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Sharon Blane
Cost: $255 (does not include textbook)

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Italian

Italian I
This introduces the basics for Italian communication.
Session A: Wednesdays, September 2-October 14 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Giorgi Barbi
Cost: $255 (does not include textbook)

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Italian II
Continuation of Italian communication.
Prerequisites: Completion of Italian I or instructor approval.
Session B: Wednesdays, October 21-December 9 *no class November 25 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Giorgio Barbi
Cost: $255 (does not include textbook)

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Japanese

Japanese Calligraphy I
This course provides an accessible introduction to the art of Japanese calligraphy (Shodo). Using the versatile calligraphy brush pen, students will learn the fundamental techniques of this traditional art form without the need for traditional ink preparation. The course will focus on the principles of the Kaisho (regular script) style, including correct posture, brush pen handling, and the execution of the eight basic strokes. Through the practice of writing simple Japanese kanji characters, students will develop fine motor control, an understanding of aesthetic balance, and an appreciation for this significant cultural art form. No knowledge of the Japanese language is required.
Session A: Thursdays, September 3-October 15 6:00-8:00 p.m
Instructor: Leona Donaldson
Cost: $310 (does not include textbook)

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Japanese I
This introduces the basics for Japanese communication.
Session A: Wednesdays, September 2-October 14, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Leona Donaldson
Cost: $255 (does not include textbook)

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Japanese II
Continuation of basics for Japanese communication.
Session B: Wednesdays, October 21-December 9 *no class November 25, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Leona Donaldson
Cost: $255 (does not include textbook)

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Spanish

Spanish I
This class introduces the basics for Spanish communication.
Session A: Mondays, August 24-October 12 *no class September 7, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Russell Galloway
Cost: $255 (does not include textbook)

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Spanish II
Continuation of the basics for Spanish communication.
Session B: Mondays, October 26-December 14 *no class November 23, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Russell Galloway
Cost: $255 (does not include textbook)

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Spanish Intermediate I
Early intermediate Spanish communication. Students must have completed Spanish I and II or approved by instructor.
Session A: Thursdays, September 3-October 15, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Joanna Bradley
Cost: $255 (does not include textbook)

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Spanish Intermediate II
Spanish communication (Students must have completed Spanish I, II and Intermediate I or approved by instructor.)
Session B: Thursdays, October 22-December 10 *no class November 26, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Joanna Bradley
Cost: $255 (does not include textbook)

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Spanish Summer Session
Beginning through intermediate skills for speaking, writing, listening and reading skills for functional communication while traveling or mingling with foreign language speakers. Practice introductions, asking for information, ordering meals, making plans, discussing past events, and general travel.
Requirements: Ages 17+
Mondays, May 11-June 29 *no class May 25 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Instructor: Russell Galloway
Cost: $260 (does not include textbook)

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Instructors

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Giorgi Barbi
Italian Instructor
Academy of the Arts
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Sharon Blane
French Instructor
Academy of the Arts
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Joanna C. Bradley
Associate Professor
World Languages and Cultures
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Mary Delo
French Instructor
Academy of the Arts
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Leona Donaldson
Japanese Instructor
Academy of the Arts
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Russell Galloway
Spanish Instructor
Academy of the Arts
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Kristi Shaw-Selah
ESL and French Instructor
Academy of the Arts