International Languages

International Languages – Elementary

Would Your Child Like To Learn A New Language Or Their Heritage Language And Culture?

For over 25 years the International Languages Program has provided elementary school children with an opportunity to experience the culture, traditions and language of their heritage or of other countries.

The HWCDSB offers a summer International Languages program to elementary school children from JK to Grade 8 free of charge. No previous knowledge of any of the languages is necessary.

Classes run Monday to Friday for 2.5 hours per day July 2nd to 26th. Please refer to the ILEP flyer below for information on the sites and times.

Registration will take place at the site where the language is offered on Tuesday July 2nd. Classes will begin on Wednesday July 3rd.

Online registration will be available from Monday May 27th to Monday June 24th. The instructions below will guide you through the process. Please use the dropdown menu to select the language. Before you choose the location please refer to the flyer to see where that language is being offered.

This is a continuous entry program and therefore students will be accepted throughout the month of July.

1. ILEP Summer 2019

2. ILEP Calendar 2018-19

3. Online Registration instructions (Summer)

4. ILEP Flyer Summer 2019

5. ILEP Parent letter summer 2019

6. ILEP Registration (Fillable Online)

Program Description

Students can benefit from this program, whether they wish to learn a language for the very first time or extend their knowledge of their heritage language. Over 20 language classes are offered in 24 locations throughout Hamilton.

This program provides opportunities for all students to develop new language competencies and cross-cultural understanding that
will allow them to function effectively in Canada’s multicultural society and in the international community.

Who May Apply

This program is available to all elementary school children.

Fees

Free

Want to Work for St. Charles?

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Related News

St. Charles International Languages on CHCH

Mary Anilowski, the supervisor for our International Languages - Elementary program was recently interviewed by CHCH TV.

To see the video go to http://www.chch.com/talking-the-talk/

For more information on our International Languages - Elementary program, please go to http://www.stcharles.ca/ILE

Hungarian Flying Squirrels!!!

Our Hungarian International Languages - Elementary experienced a wonderful class trip promoting language and physical literacy with a visit to the Flying Squirrel, a local indoor trampoline park. They jumped, and hopped their way to a fantastic time. The rich discussions and activities that followed this trip built community and language skills. Looks like they had tons of fun! For more information on our International Languages - Elementary program, please go to http://stcharles.ca/ILE

Click https://www.facebook.com/AranyJanosMagyarI ... for more cool pictures

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NOW THAT'S AN EGG! Learning About Ostriches

A Russian International Languages - Elementary class had a visit from ostrich farm owner, Yelena Anikeyeva. Instructor Valida Malikova said, "My students learned a lot about these incredible birds. They were asking very interesting questions. There were many objects that children could touch and feel (like an ostrich egg, feathers, a bunny etc.). Yelena also incorporated humour and magic to the presentation which made it very dynamic,"

For more information on our International Languages - Elementary program, please go to http://stcharles.ca/ILE

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