Adult Classes
For the 2024-2025 school year, different adult classes will have different modalities. Please see below for the information about each class. Open enrollment begins on June 1st, 2024. Please see our registration page for more information.
*Class offerings are contingent upon a minimum number of registrants and are subject to change.
*Class offerings are contingent upon a minimum number of registrants and are subject to change.
Our adult classes are for beginners, intermediate and advanced students.
Many parents decide to learn German along with their children and classes are lively and low-key. The focus of the adult class is conversation and the goal is to be able to communicate with native German speakers.
Many parents decide to learn German along with their children and classes are lively and low-key. The focus of the adult class is conversation and the goal is to be able to communicate with native German speakers.
Beginner German (11/15 Registered)
Teacher: Leah Steiner-Sutor
Class Time: Monday Evenings 6:00PM - 7:30PM
Modality: In Person
Course Description
This class is geared toward casual speaking in a non-academic environment. Most of the class is focused on initial basic vocabulary and grammar acquisition and practice of basic speaking, reading, writing and listening skills. This course also includes a variety of culture skills as to avoid culture shock when visiting Germany or any German speaking country. The course follows the video series Nicos Weg A1 and requires moderate preparation at home before class and the courage to speak to the teacher and the classmates. It is a fun introduction to German and at completion gives you the tools to have a very basic conversation and to find your way around in a German speaking country.
Teacher: Leah Steiner-Sutor
Class Time: Monday Evenings 6:00PM - 7:30PM
Modality: In Person
Course Description
This class is geared toward casual speaking in a non-academic environment. Most of the class is focused on initial basic vocabulary and grammar acquisition and practice of basic speaking, reading, writing and listening skills. This course also includes a variety of culture skills as to avoid culture shock when visiting Germany or any German speaking country. The course follows the video series Nicos Weg A1 and requires moderate preparation at home before class and the courage to speak to the teacher and the classmates. It is a fun introduction to German and at completion gives you the tools to have a very basic conversation and to find your way around in a German speaking country.
Intermediate German - Course Cancelled for 24/25 Year
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This class is an intermediate course that builds on the curriculum of Beginner German with a special emphasis on expanding vocabulary in a number of subject areas including German current events, culture and history; jobs and the workplace; leisure time and travel; and family and relationships. Grammatical topics and concepts learned in Intermediate German will be reviewed and reinforced through conversational and writing activities. Additionally, students will continue to learn German idioms and will be introduced to some basic elements of the subjunctive mood and passive voice.
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Course Description
This class is an intermediate course that builds on the curriculum of Beginner German with a special emphasis on expanding vocabulary in a number of subject areas including German current events, culture and history; jobs and the workplace; leisure time and travel; and family and relationships. Grammatical topics and concepts learned in Intermediate German will be reviewed and reinforced through conversational and writing activities. Additionally, students will continue to learn German idioms and will be introduced to some basic elements of the subjunctive mood and passive voice.
Upper Intermediate German (7/15 Registered)
Teacher: Sarah Traylor
Class Time: Tuesday evenings 6:00PM - 7:30PM
Modality: Online
Course Description
This course is intended for those with an intermediate knowledge of the German language looking to improve skills in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding oral German. It will cover grammar topics at the B1+ level (Common European Framework of Reference), and offer opportunities to practice conversation and engage with contemporary German culture and current events. The class will take place online and will use the textbook Vielfalt B2.1.
Required Materials
Teacher: Sarah Traylor
Class Time: Tuesday evenings 6:00PM - 7:30PM
Modality: Online
Course Description
This course is intended for those with an intermediate knowledge of the German language looking to improve skills in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding oral German. It will cover grammar topics at the B1+ level (Common European Framework of Reference), and offer opportunities to practice conversation and engage with contemporary German culture and current events. The class will take place online and will use the textbook Vielfalt B2.1.
Required Materials
- Textbook and Workbook: Vielfalt - Digital Version (ISBN 978-3-19-211037-5)
