Browsing Category "Latin Culture"
Los cinco aspectos más gratificantes de la enseñanza en Spanish Schoolhouse

Los cinco aspectos más gratificantes de la enseñanza en Spanish Schoolhouse

(You can find the English version of this post directly below the Spanish “Five Best Reasons to Work at Spanish Schoolhouse.”) ¿No sería genial ir a trabajar todos los días a un lugar en el que te sientas como en casa?  ¿Con compañeros de trabajo (y clientes) con los que te sientas como en familia?  Si esto suena atractivo y tienes pasión por la educación, Spanish Schoolhouse puede ser el […]

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By     |    Dec 16, 2021
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Parrandas and Aguinaldos – Celebrating the Holidays, Puerto Rican Style!

Puerto Ricans have the longest holiday season in the world, filled with fun and festive traditions. Today we'll take a look at the special music called aguinaldos and the moving parties - parrandas!

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Director Spotlight – Patty Nuñez
By     |    Oct 14, 2021
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Director Spotlight – Patty Nuñez

Spanish Schoolhouse Flower Mound Director Patty Nuñez found her calling and her passion in helping create the next generation of bilinguals!

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Hispanic Heritage with Kids: Crafts and Treats
By     |    Sep 27, 2021
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Hispanic Heritage with Kids: Crafts and Treats

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage with your kids can be simple and fun. Try an easy craft or a frozen treat to bring a little Latin flavor this month!

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Taking Big Steps Forward at SSH Fort Worth

Taking Big Steps Forward at SSH Fort Worth

The new school year brings exciting celebrations for Spanish Schoolhouse Fort Worth, including a new building and a 10-year anniversary! As they settled into their new digs, we took a few moments to reflect with owners Dusty Gotcher and Yolanda Armas on where they’ve been in the past decade and what their goals are for the next one!

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Spanish Schoolhouse FAQs for New Families

Spanish Schoolhouse FAQs for New Families

New lunch boxes, backpacks, uniforms, and the excitement of meeting new teachers and friends! It’s “Back to School” time, and like every August, this is a time of many questions, especially for new families at Spanish Schoolhouse. We’ve been welcoming students back to school for over 20 years now, so don’t worry… we have answers to all those FAQs (frequently asked questions)! My child doesn’t speak any Spanish. How will […]

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Raising Global Citizens at Spanish Schoolhouse

Raising Global Citizens at Spanish Schoolhouse

What are the most important factors when choosing a preschool? As a parent, you’re likely interested in the quality of the curriculum, student:teacher ratios, convenience to your home or work, and affordability. But in today’s interconnected world, a new priority is emerging for families searching for preschool and childcare – global perspective. Parents want their children to be exposed to cultural diversity and different ways of thinking. They value giving […]

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Exploring the Spanish Speaking World:  ¡Vamos a Puerto Rico!
By     |    May 5, 2021
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Exploring the Spanish Speaking World: ¡Vamos a Puerto Rico!

Imagine a place where it’s warm and sunny all year.  Where there are hundreds of miles of sandy beaches, where nature bursts with color and variety.  A place where the music, people, and foods are just as vibrant.  Sounds enchanting, right?   Maybe it’s time to visit Puerto Rico!  In Spanish, it’s often called la Isla del Encanto, meaning “The Island of Enchantment” and there are plenty of reasons why.  If […]

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Seven Ways Parents Can Learn Spanish Along with Their Kids
By     |    Jan 19, 2021
Posted in: Childhood Education, Immersion Learning, Latin Culture, Spanish Schoolhouse     |    2 Comments

Seven Ways Parents Can Learn Spanish Along with Their Kids

Welcome, 2021! (and ¡Adiós, 2020!)  We’ve never been more eager to see the end of an old year and the start of a new one!  If part of your fresh start to 2021 is to improve your Spanish, we’re here to help. Whether you have lofty goals or just want to be able to keep up with your Spanish Schoolhouse preschooler, here are seven easy ways parents can learn Spanish […]

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From Our Kitchen to Yours – Favorite Holiday Recipes from Spanish Schoolhouse
By     |    Dec 8, 2020
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From Our Kitchen to Yours – Favorite Holiday Recipes from Spanish Schoolhouse

Holiday memories usually involve two things - family and food! In today’s blog post, our Spanish Schoolhouse staff share some of the traditional Latin holiday foods from their home countries that bring back sweet (and savory) memories!

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