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Current News!

Welcome Back:

All Rosetta Stone 20-21 Student Accounts will be active soon!

LANGUAGE CHANGES Grades 3-6*:
Students in the younger grades are welcome to explore new languages from year to year
and may benefit greatly from continuing in one language over the course of several years!
 *Students in grades 6 are strongly encouraged to choose one language for their final three years of study.    
Please submit language change requests via email to mwoodward7211@ndsnet.org
Include the following information:

Student First & Last name: _______________________________________
Grade and Class for the 20-21 School Year (Ex. 2-1): ___________________
Language Choice  -  (Ex. Italian, French, Spanish, Latin ): _______________
Parent/Guardian Name:___________________________________________

OPTIONAL SUMMER ASSIGNMENTS
Visit Google Classroom or scroll below for Elective Summer Activity Recommendations.
There is still time to participate in the OPTIONAL 
Summer Practice Challenge and Cultural Explorer Activity.  
Keep your eyes our for examples of the language and culture that you study.


World Languages Supplies

1 - USB Headset with Microphone (Microsoft Lifechat Brand Recommended)
Purchase link: https://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-LifeChat-LX-3000-Headset-JUG-00013/dp/B00906E03I  
- Use last year's if in good condition.

2 - Black and White Composition Notebook  
-  PREFERED - Use last year's if in good condition. (Save your Sticker Badges!)

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Language Course Descriptions

Italian Immersion
Prek-K, Kindergarten and 1st Grade participate in an Italian immersion experience twice a week.
Kindergarten and 1st Grade prepare 3 presentations per year for our Christmas, Winter and Spring Concerts. 

Students 2nd-5th  - Exploratory Language 1x a week
Students engage in classroom speaking and writing activities in all languages and access the Rosetta Stone Program in the language of their choice. Students may also choose to login from home via PC or Mobile all for Tablet and apple devices. Incentives and prizes will be given throughout the year for home practice.  Students receive small written weekly assignments and are encouraged to log on from home if possible.  Language Choice: For continuity from K and 1st Grade immersion courses, Italian is encouraged but not required for 2nd graders. Students in the younger grades are welcome to explore new languages from year to year and may benefit greatly from continuing in one language over the course of several years! 

Students 6th-8th - Focused Language 2x a week - Jr. High & High School Preparation 
Students engage in linguistic and grammar focus activities in all languages as well as small group practicum in individual languages.  In the language of their choice, students will access the Rosetta Stone Program in class and make a commitment to log on from home a minimum of 2x a week.  Consistent written and online HW will be given. Students are assessed on Participation, Tests, Quizzes, Projects, Speaking and Rosetta Stone Practice and Proficiency. Incentives and prizes will be given throughout the year. Students in grades 6-8 are encouraged to choose one language for their final three years of study.  
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Google Classroom Grades K-8

It is highly recommended that Parents download
the Google Classroom APP as well as the GMAIL APP to their phones
and have the students sign in to both.  You may do this with multiple students.
 This will allow up to date access to all assignments
and teacher correspondence as a well as access to their grades and progress.
Parents who have an up to date email will also be added as a Guardian
by which you may receive daily or weekly updates on yout student's progress.

Students Grades 4-8 should refer to Google Glassroom for assignment details prior to each class.
Google Classrooms for grades K-3 will be established and remain open for remote learning.
*You may request to be added as a guardian on your child's google classsroom account and  to receive email updates on assignments. 
Grades 5-8* have access to an additional Cutural Enrichment Class Page for their specific language of study on Google Classroom.
*Grades 7-8 are asked to complete 4 or more enrichment postings per trimester.
Grade 6 may use these as Extra Credit.

All assignments and cultural activities are posted weekly at the following links.
These sites may only be accessed by logging in with the Student's Notre Dame School email account.
K - coming soon
1st - coming soon
2nd - coming soon
3rd - coming soon
4th https://classroom.google.com/c/Mzg3MjUyMDc3MzFa
 5th https://classroom.google.com/c/Mzg1NzY3NzcxNjRa
 6th https://classroom.google.com/c/Mzg1MjEyMDYyMzVa
 7th and 8th - https://classroom.google.com/c/MzgyOTU5MDIzNTZa
 New Students 7th and 8th - https://classroom.google.com/c/NDM0NzAwMTU5ODRa
 Spanish Enrichment - https://classroom.google.com/c/MzgzMTg5NzkwODBa
 French Enrichment - https://classroom.google.com/c/MzgzMTg5NzkwNTVa
 Italian Enrichment - https://classroom.google.com/c/MzgzMTg3ODAzODBa
 Latin Enrichment - https://classroom.google.com/c/MzgzMTg3ODAzNTVa
* Please email guardian request to  mwoodward7211@ndsnet.org 

Rosetta Stone Login Information and Mobile App

Our school has a unique Rosetta Stone login.
NB: It is different from the Rosetta Stone Official Website.
There also a Free Mobile App which you are encouraged to download.
Login Link: https://dioceseofrockville.rosettastoneclassroom.com/en-US
Username: (First intial with last name) No Caps, No Spaces           Password: (given in class)
Mobile App Namespace/URL:  dioceseofrockville

*For Mac, Tablet, Kindle, Nook, and other Mobile Devices : Download the FREE APP

* Mobile App  is a great way to get in some practice on the go!*
itunes Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/rosetta-stone-learn-languages/id435588892?mt=8
Google Play App Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=air.com.rosettastone.mobile.CoursePlayer

1 .Choose Educational Learner or School/Work Account

2. Enter Username as Password same as above.

3. The Namespace or URL is: - “dioceseofrockville”

World Language Supplies

Kindergarten and 1st Grade Italian
 Black and White Composition Notebook. - Wide Ruled
 
 All Students Entering Grades 2-8
 Please keep your language notebook from the previous year.
 Language Choice Form -  If your child did not hand in a form at the end of the school year,
please complete and send to Mrs. Woodward “mwoodward7211@ndsnet.org”
 PURCHASE LINK: Microsoft Life Chat USB Headset with Microphone  - Amazon.com - Required
ALTERNATE HEADSETS: Rosetta Stone Compatible USB Headset Requirement Details.doc
Rosetta Stone reccomends the Microsoft Lifechat and we have used it with sucess and comfort. 
If you have a headset that you wish to use instead, use the information link above please check that is is compatible.
Students who already have functioning a USB headset in good condition may continue to use it in class.
Please label BOTH the Headphones and a Plastic Ziploc Bag for Storage at school.

 Entering 2nd, 3rd, 4th or 5th Grade
Black and white Composition book (For Language Only)  -  Please keep your language notebook from the previous year
Microsoft Lifechat USB Headphones  - Available on Amazon 
Students who already have functioning a USB headset in good condition may continue to use it in class.
Please label BOTH the Headphones and  a Plastic Ziploc Bag for Storage at school  - Thank you!

Entering 6th, 7th or 8th Grade
 *NEW* Three hole-punched plastic folder (For Language Only)
Black and white Composition book (For Language Only)  -  Please keep your language notebook from the previous year
Microsoft Lifechat USB Headphones  - Available on Amazon 
Students who already have functioning a USB headset in good condition may continue to use it in class.
Please label BOTH the Headphones and  a Plastic Ziploc Bag for Storage at school  - Thank you!

Summer Language Assignments

All students entering their second year of Rosetta Stone are encouraged to explore a Summer Assignment.  
Please read the details below for the grade you are entering.
For More Optional Fun Summer Language Activities, please see additional details on Google Classroom.

 - Cultural Experience Summer Scavenger Hunt
 - Rosetta Stone Summer Practice Challenge
 - Explore a NEW language over the summer! - Free Rosetta Stone Trial
 - Attend one of Notre Dame School Language Virtual Summer Camps
 - Practice your Morning Announcment and Personal Questions

Grades 2-8
Discover and share! 
Students may volunteer to share their experiences in class in September.
Whether you are traveling abroad or having a staycation, the summer is a great time to explore a new language or culture.
Write a small paragraph about what you learned over the summer.  How to say “hello”, a unique food, cultural event, music from other countries,
learning a new language online,visiting a foreign country ect.
For More Optional Fun Summer Language Activities, please see additional details on Google Classroom.

Entering - 3rd
*Morning announcement with age memorized for first week of school!
 Cultural Experience Summer Scavenger Hunt
Summer Language Challenge 
Compete for prizes, raffle drawing tickets, and a spot on the “Back to School” leaderboard! - 
Goal: Try to Log on 1x a week. 
(Repeat Before You Click!!!)
For More Optional Fun Summer Language Activities, please see additional details on Google Classroom.

Entering - 4th & 5th, 6th
*Morning announcement with age memorized for first week of school!
 Cultural Experience Summer Scavenger Hunt
Summer Language Challenge
Compete for prizes, raffle drawing tickets, and a spot on the “Back to School” leaderboard! 
Goal: Try to Log on 1x a week. 
Go in order of your program.
(Repeat Before You Click!!!)
For More Optional Fun Summer Language Activities, please see additional details on Google Classroom.

Entering 7th and 8th
*Morning announcement with age memorized for first week of school!
7th and 8th Grade will be hosting and speaking during the first month of school!
 Cultural Experience Summer Scavenger Hunt
Summer Language Challenge 
Compete for prizes, raffle drawing tickets and a spot on the “Back to School” leaderboard!
GOAL: Revisit any incomplete items from our 3rd trimester Unit.
Go in order of your program.
Summer practice will increase 1st trimester Participation Grade.
For More Optional Fun Summer Language Activities, please see additional details on Google Classroom.


Please email Mrs. Woodward if you have any questions or concerns at:
mwoodward7211@ndsnet.org 
I remain available from 3-7pm Mon-Thurs* to respond quickly to any technical difficulties.
*Students are required to report any tech issues as they arise regardless of day or time
and often receive responses outside e-mail office hours.