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| Angela and Andres Cofre enjoy
learning English on the computer. |
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| Children are concentrating intently on
their educational programs while Anna Pinder looks on. Top
to Bottom in Photo: Anna Pinder, Leon Cofre, Max Cofre,
Ernesto Cofre, and My Nguyen. |
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| Vanshika Patel and My Nguyen work
together on a computer program. |
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This summer, some
local parents have taken time out from their busy schedules
each week in order to study a foreign language. For
these parents and their families, their foreign language is
English! The
parents have been attending a weekly English class at
Williams Heights, where their children attend during the
school year. All
of the class members can speak some English at various
levels of proficiency, and they have the desire to improve
their speaking, reading, listening, and writing of the
language. The parents’ class is led by Williams Heights
teacher, Sharon Pinder. Other
Williams Heights staff members/friends Heather Thigpen, Anna
Pinder, and Stacy Bates, lead the children’s group so that
the parents can focus all their attention on learning and
improving their English.
The parents spend time
in conversation and question/answer sessions, and they work in
the computer lab on systematic, research-based programs that
teach the English language. Meanwhile,
the children work in various educational computer programs,
reinforcing their knowledge of English as well. About
half their time is spent in the lab, and the other half is spent
on the playground or in the gym, taking a needed break from
their studies while practicing English conversation as they
play.
The parents are
appreciative of the opportunity to learn and improve, and they
are eager each week to increase their knowledge and interact
with other parents who are learning. Principal
Dr. Lance Brantley remarked, “I am excited about this English
class program, and happy that Williams Heights can provide this
summer class for our parents and children." Many
cultures are represented among Williams Heights’ student body,
including Indian, Latin American, Vietnamese, Chinese, and South
American. The
children have a rich blend of traditions and languages in their
families, but they have all become proficient in the English
language and achieved success in school. Now,
with this English class at Williams Heights, their parents can
take advantage of the chance to increase their mastery of the
English language as well. For
more information about the summer English class, contact
Williams Heights Elementary at spinder@ware.k12.ga.us or
287-2399.
Aug 3, 2012
For More
Information Contact:
Theresa Martin
Director of Public Relations
(912)283-8656 |
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