INVITATION- FIESTA LATINA - SPANISH SCHOOL 2009

Dear Families;
Thank you very much for allowing us to be part of your children lives by teaching them what we most like, our Spanish language and culture. We are cordially inviting you, your family and friends to attend and to be part of our:

Fiesta Latina - End of the Programs 2009

Presentations from all of our students: Latin Dances, Songs, Poems and the presentation of our first performance of our Choir “Alegria”.
Appetizers and Refreshments “Pot luck” style. Bring a dish to share
There will be 26 Students and 6 teachers.

Date: Saturday, November 28.
Time: 1-2pm Performances, 2–3pm “Pot Luck”
Place: Mount Pleasant Neighborhood House
800 East Broadway @ Prince Albert

More Information:
westcanspanisharts@gmail.com
604-739-3984

Welcome to Western Canada Spanish & Arts School

I am passionate about the role of Latin American arts and culture in Canada’s cultural mosaic. Over the years I have worked with like-minded and colleagues to create a unique and exciting program in Western Canada. Our program stresses understanding, trust and acceptance for every one of our students, regardless of culture or background. We are highly skilled, experiences educators who want to make a difference in the lives of the students and families we touch. Our program uses dance, art, classroom instruction and wide range of activities to engage our students in the rich cultural diversity that is Latin America. So when students complete a program with us, we hope they will be inspired to use their newfound cultural knowledge and skills in their continuing growth and development. I look forward to meeting you

Olimpia Alegria-LATIN WOMAN OF THE YEAR 2009

Muy buena Noticia!

Nuestra Directora la Señora Olimpia Alegria fue premiada con un trofeo por ser una de las Mujeres Latinas del Año en Vancouver. Por su gran trabajo dentro de la comunidad mexico-latino-americana.
Olimpia Alegria emigró a Canadá (Windsor, Ontario) en 1990, donde estableció una compañía de teatro/danza mexicana y una asociación cultural hispano mexicana. En 2002llegó a Vancouver con su pequeña hija. En 2005 junto con otros colegas, creó “El Campamento Infantil de Verano” y que después ella lo continuo como la Western Canada Spanish and Arts School Society y creo el Conjunto Artístico Infantil. En cada currículum de su escuela Olimpia continúa promoviendo y enfatizando la importancia tanto cultural y social de México y Latin-America en el mundo con clases de español y actividades artísticas, como, música, danza, teatro, periodismo y manualidades. En Junio del 2009 Olimpia fue una de las 3 mujeres Latinas del año en Vancouver. Muy buen Hecho!!

ENGLISH - Olimpia Alegria
In 1990 Olimpia immigrated to Canada (Windsor, Ontario), where she established a dance/theatre company and a Mexican/ Hispanic cultural association. In 2002, she moved to Vancouver with her young daughter. In 2005, she set up the Spanish & Arts School and the Children’s Artistic Dance Ensemble.
Despite her own limited means as a single parent, Olimpia started the Spanish & Arts School with limited funds from her like minded participants and her own resources, receiving no government or charitable funds. The School allows participating children and their families to engage in what is, for many, their only possible cultural and recreational activity of the week. The School facilitates interaction among program participants and their families, helping them to establish important social ties and networks. New to the country, divorced, unemployed, without money, and facing other difficulties, program participants often face challenges in making connections and gaining acceptance into Canadian society. Most of the participants come from Latin America and wish to maintain their cultural identity. Many also have family members from Canada or other countries who are eager to learn about Latin American culture. The Western Canada Spanish and Arts School provides key opportunities for program participants to mutually share and appreciate their diverse cultures.

SOLICITAMOS PROFESORES DE ESPAÑOL-ASISTENTES

Necesitamos tu ayuda

Estamos aceptando aplicaciones para nuevos profesores y asitentes de maestros y de administracion en español CON CONOCIMIENTO DEL INGLES. Tienen que tener experiencia en la educacion de los niños y trato al cliente. Tambien solicitamos una profesor para la clase de adultos

Ofrecemos modicos incentivos y la oportunidad de unirse al unico programa de esta calidad en Lowerland y familirizarse con la comunidad mexican-hispano-canadiense.

Horario del profesor de 10:00 - 2:30 pm por 10 sabados iniciando Sep 19 a Nov 21-09.
TAMBIEN ACEPTAMOS NUEVOS CANDIDATOS PARA NUESTROS PROGRAMAS DEL 2010.

Porfavor mande su curriculum o una carta de presentacion en la que explique la experiencia en la educacion de los niños.

Contactar: 604-739-3984 westcanspanisharts@gmail.com Olimpia Alegria

Programa de Verano 09

Al termino de nuestro segundo termino. Los profesores organizaron el festival "La Fiesta de Verano", con canciones, bailes, poemas, manualidades y musica. Todos los familiares y amigos estuvieron presentes y compartimos diferentes platillos latinoamericanos. El objetivo de este festival es de dar la oportunidad a nuestros estudiantes que aprendan el ambiente familiar compartiendo nuestra cultura, comida y amistad en forma comunitaria.

New Student Application 2010

Western Canada Spanish & Arts School

Terms & Schedule: April 10 - June 19 & Sep - Nov, 11a.m. – 1:45p.m.
Place: 800 East Broadway, Mount Pleasant Neighborhood House
How to register:
You can fill in the application bellow copy and paste and send it back by email or you can contact us by email or phone to reserve a spot.
westcanspanisharts@gmail.com
Phone: 604-739-3984 Olimpia Alegria

Western Canada Spanish & Arts School Society
Spanish and Arts Program 2009, New Student/s Application Form

Our objectives are twofold; firstly that the students understand, and can speak, write and read Spanish, and secondly that they gain a real appreciation of Latin American culture through artistic activities like music, art, theater and dance.

GROUPS BY AGE: A 3-5yrs B 5-7yrs C 7-12yrs D Adult
LEVELS: Beginners Intermediate Advance

1. Last Name_______________________First Name__________________________________
Date & Place of Birth____________________________________________________________
Spanish Level & Group___________________________________________________________

2. Last Name________________________First Name __________________________________
Date & Place of Birth_____________________________________________________________
Spanish Level & Group___________________________________________________________

Adult Student or Name of Parent/Guardian ____________________________________________
Email/Phone/Cell_______________________________________________________________

Terms: Spring: April 10 - Jun 19 and Fall Sep - Nov
Schedule: Saturdays 11:00am-1:45pm
Location: Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House
800 East Broadway @ Prince Albert

Programs and Fees
I Spanish, Arts & Crafts, Music, and Dance.
2hrs 45 min lessons - 10 SESSIONS (includes materials)
$160 / term PER CHILD

II Spanish for Adults
1hr 45min / week 10 SESSIONS - $160 / term PER ADULT
TOTAL ____________ Method of Payment CASH/ CHEQUE
After you have completed your registration form please send it to:
#308-2145 York Avenue Vancouver, BC V6J1C4 or copy & paste and email it back.
Cheque to be pay to: Western Canada Spanish and Arts School Society.
Cash Payment will be made at the school.