ADULT PROGRAMS - Needham Public Schools

LANGUAGES
LANGUAGES
NEW
FRENCH: BEYOND
BEGINNING
Christine Mirabile, Instructor
Are you planning a trip to Paris, Québec or Martinique
Or, would it be helpful in your work to be able to
converse more en français This speaking-intensive
course is designed for those with some prior study of
the language to help develop comfort when asking
directions, ordering in a restaurant, getting around at
the airport, hotel, and tourist attractions, as well as
having everyday conversations. We will also cover
basic pronunciation and grammar. Join us to practice
your speaking skills in a relaxed and supportive
environment. Required text is The Complete Idiot’s
Guide to Learning French, Fifth Edition, by Gail Stein
ALPHA Publishers, ISBN-13: 978-1592579099 (often
available used on Amazon). Limited to 16.
11117 $115
8 Thursdays @ NHS Room 416 6:30-8:30pm
March 7 – May 2 (no class April 18)
He is the best teacher!
– Student in one of Eric Frere’s French classes
NEW
FRENCH CINEMA
Eric Frere, Instructor
French Cinema has been internationally renowned for
many decades. Directors such as Truffault, Goddard,
and lately, Boone have been recognized and acclaimed
globally. The goal of this class will be two-fold: to
enjoy and discuss French movies and to practice your
French. We will attempt to conduct the class mostly
in French, so a basic knowledge and understanding
of the language is required. What a wonderful way to
practice your French – through the eyes of the movie
camera! Join us for this course as we explore some
great contemporary movies from France and Québec.
Popcorn is optional! Limited to 18.
11118 $99
6 Tuesdays @ NHS Room 416 7-9pm
February 26 – April 9 (no class March 26)
ADVANCED BEGINNING ITALIAN
Marina Conte, Instructor
Italian is the language of art, classical architecture,
Renaissance beauty, and opera – as well as fabulous
food, full-bodied wines, fashion, and wonderful tourist
destinations! Join us for this advanced beginning
Italian class to further develop your language skills for
travel, dining out, and for a window into another rich
language and culture. Please note: this class is geared
for students who took the fall Beginning Italian class
with Marina Conte as well as for others who have some
introductory knowledge of the Italian language. We will
continue to work on pronunciation, basic grammar and
vocabulary, and simple conversations on a variety of
topics, while also learning customs and aspects of the
Italian culture – all in a fun, interactive environment.
Recommended text: Prego! An Invitation to Italian, 8th
edition textbook, by Graziana Lazzarino (McGraw-Hill,
2012), available used on Amazon. Limited to 16.
11113 $109
8 Wednesdays @ NHS Room 716 6:30-8:30pm
March 6 – May 1 (no class on April 17)
Eagerly participating in a language class
FAX: 781-455-0417 • PHONE: 781-455-0400 x235
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