Foreign Language

In classical education, the primary focus of language study is a classical language, and the primary focus of history is the classical civilizations of Greece and Rome. There are only two classical languages - Latin and Greek. Latin will be taught to Kindergarten - 7th Grade students.

Why Learn Latin?

• Latin builds Logic Skills: Latin trains one's mind and memory. Translating Latin is an exercise in Logic. Latin helps to develop a logical mind and a habit of observation. Latin is a precise language of thought and expression.
• Vocabulary & English Grammar: Learning Latin helps Build Vocabulary and strengthens students' understanding of English Grammar. At least 60% of words in the English language are derived from Latin.
• Latin is the official language of the Church. Edward Peters, advisor to the Holy See's top tribunal and a professor of canon law at the Sacred Heart Major Seminary of the Archdiocese of Detroit states that, "A working knowledge of Ecclesiastical Latin affords one direct access to nearly two millennia of accumulated Christian wisdom."

Spanish

Spanish will still be taught to students in PK, Kindergarten, and 6th - 8th Grade. PreK and Kindergarten students will attend Spanish class once a week. Students in 6th & 7th Grade have the option to choose either Spanish or Latin. All 8th graders take Spanish.