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~ Languages ~
Mandarin Chinese
Have you always wanted to learn Chinese? Here’s your chance. We will cover basic forms, how to pronounce words, how to write traditional Chinese characters and some grammar. A textbook to be discussed in the first class.
Date: Thur, Apr 17-Jun 12
Time: 6:30-8:30pm (18 hrs)
Place: Kamiakin HS, Rm 332
Instructor: Eva Elwell
Class: 600 Class Fee: $95
Introduction to German II
This class will be a continuation of the Introduction to German Class of last session. If you took that class, or have a basic knowledge of German, join us. We will emphasize basic grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary. Students will engage in simple reading, writing and conversation. The culture of the German language is presented through stories/readings, film segments, music and current events. Handouts provided.
Date: Mon, Apr 14-Jun 9
(No class May 26)
Time: 6:30-8:30pm (16 hrs)
Place: Southridge, Rm B218
Instructor: Patrick Matthes
Class: 601 Class Fee: $84
Russian III
This is a continuation of Russian III. Extensive practice in reading, writing, speaking, comprehen-sion; some exposure to Russian culture. The course will also include grammar and sentence structure. Please plan to attend each class, as Elina cannot make up missed work. Handouts provided.
Date: Thurs, Apr 17-Jun 5
Time: 6:30-8:30pm (16 hrs)
Place: Kennewick HS, Rm 300
Instructor: Elina Movsesyan
Class: 602 Class Fee: $84
Advanced Russian IV
Further development of the following skills: reading, writing, speaking and comprehension. The course includes reading short stories, in depth Russian grammar, expansion of basic vocabulary and broadening of students’ understanding of Russian culture. Students read short texts using simple context clues and decoding skills. Handouts provided.
Date: Tues, Apr 15-Jun 3 13
Time: 6:30-8:30pm (16 hrs)
Place: Kennewick HS, Rm 300
Instructor: Elina Movsesyan
Class: 603 Class Fee: $84
Introduction to Japanese Culture and Language
We will focus on learning the basics of the Japanese language such as the basic writing systems: hiragana and katakana, as well as introductions, basic sentence structure, essential phrases, and how to begin speaking as though you just arrived in Japan. The class takes a heavy cultural basis working on teaching language through cultural examples of living in Japan and will allow students to explore a large variety of Japanese culture and daily activities. Any questions please e-mail the instructor at ianmelton@clearwire.net.
Date: Mon/Wed, Apr 14-Jun 9
(No class May 26 )
Time: 6:30-8:30pm (28 hrs)
Place: Southridge HS, Rm B120
Instructor: Ian Melton
Class: 604 Class Fee: $139
Level I French
Have you always wanted to learn a new language? This beginning French class is for you! It will be an interactive, friendly atmo-sphere, and includes basic voca-bulary, words, phrases, colors, numbers, days of the week, etc.
Date: Wed, Apr 16-Jun 4
Time: 9:30-11:30am (16 hrs)
Place: 200 S. Dayton, Kennewick
Instructor: Rachel Buck
Class: 605 Class Fee: $84
Level I German for Children
This beginning German class will be great for home-schooled children of elementary grades, with a parent. It will be an interactive, friendly atmosphere, including basic vocabulary, words and phrases, colors, numbers, days of the week, etc.
Date: Thur, Apr 17-Jun 5
Time: 9:30-10:30am (8 hrs)
Place: 200 S. Dayton, Kennewick
Instructor: Rachel Buck
Class: 606 Class Fee: $49
Beginning Conversational Spanish
For those with or without know-ledge of Spanish. Learn in an interactive, fun environment using a modern, totally engaged brain technique using all five senses. Learn simple greetings, common expressions, recognize names of some foods, ask directions, tell time, give/receive information with basic grammar, communication and conversation. Required text: Madrigal’s Magic Key to Spanish.
Date: Wed, Apr 16-Jun 4
Time: 6:30-8:30pm (16 hrs)
Place: Kamiakin HS, Rm 331
Instructor: Eric Greiff
Class: 607 Class Fee: $84
Intermediate Conversational Spanish
For those who wish to advance in their knowledge of the Spanish language or polish up the rust. This is a continuation of Beg. Conversational Spanish using the same fun filled techniques. Must have basic Spanish or talk to the instructor before registering. Required text: Madrigal’s Magic Key to Spanish.
Date: Tues, Apr 15-Jun 3
Time: 6:30-8:30pm (16 hrs)
Place: Kamiakin HS, Rm 331
Instructor: Eric Greiff
Class: 608 Class Fee: $84
Advanced Conversational Spanish
Join us for a continuation of the intermediate class using the same exciting techniques. Must have an intermediate level of Spanish or talk to the instructor before registering. Req. text: Madrigal’s Magic Key to Spanish.
Date: Fri, Apr 18-Jun 6
Time: 6:30-8:30pm (16 hrs)
Place: Kamiakin HS, Rm 331
Instructor: Eric Greiff
Class: 609 Class Fee: $84
Beginning Sign Language
For the novice with little or no signing background, we begin with an introduction to sign language. We include sign systems, expressive skills, receptive skills and deaf culture. Handouts provided.
Date: Tues, Apr 15-Jun 3
Time: 6:30-8:30pm (16 hrs)
Place: Kamiakin HS, Rm 332
Instructor: Catherine Ross
Class: 610 Class Fee: $84
~ Write it/Speak it ~
The “Gift of Gab”
The best way to begin and establish friendships and relationships is communicating through conversation. If you are shy or just find that starting a conversation is difficult for you, this class may help improve your communication skills and self-confidence without delay! Come gain some valuable tools in a fun class!
Date: Wed, Apr 23
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Place: : Southridge HS, Rm B105
Instructor: Christopher Turner
Class: 611 Class Fee: $15
Write Your Life Story
Have a story to tell? Whether writing a best-selling autobio-graphy, a family history or your life story, we’ll help you start. Learn to journal, get writing ideas and breathe life into your story. Gain writing methods to use for a lifetime. No previous writing experience needed.
Date: Sat, Apr 26
Time: 9:00am-1:00pm
Place: Manor at Canyon Lakes Activity Rm—2802 W. 35th Ave.
Instructor: Diane Lambert
Class: 612 Class Fee: $29
Write Here: Learn to Write by Writing with other Authors
Do you feel frustrated writing alone? Or, daydream of writing, but can’t get started on your own? Join this class lead by a local writing instructor with a M.A. in writing popular fiction. Learn to plot, to build tension, and create characters. You will learn the “hook,” point of view, and writing dialogue, with the opportunity to be critiqued and to critique others. Come, join us, make friends and get started writing like a pro. Open to experienced and inexperienced writers.
Date: Tues, Apr 15-Jun 3
Time: 7:00-9:00pm (16 hrs)
Place: Kamiakin HS, Rm 330
Instructor: Julie Murphy
Class: 613 Class Fee: $84