¡Hay que hacer el deber!

(You have to do the work!)

   Our afternoon activities are a wonderful way to put to practice what one learns in class, however studying one on one with a teacher; building a vocabulary and learning grammar must come first.

   The administration of Jardin de America, in accordance to the regulations set forth by the Guatemalan Minesterio de Educación, has carefully designed a plan to teach Spanish as a second language.

Our Methodology

Our teaching methods are based on learning correct grammar through very intensive classes with oral and written exercises. Basic conversation is also a very important part of our program for analyzing pronunciation as well as accent.

Formal reading and reading comprehension is highly stressed. To help you to be able to understand different accents, we suggest studying with a different teacher every week, although you may stay with the same teacher if you prefer.

Objectives of the School

• To introduce you to the Spanish language as quickly as possible using the most appropriate and advanced methods.
• To encourage you to explore and share a part of our culture, experience life in Guatemala while you team the language, and be a language center dedicated to the student.
• To offer formal practice and intensive classes so you can advance easily.
• To help assure you have a pleasant and enjoyable time during your stay with us.
• To assist you with your travel plans, help with any health concerns you may have or special dietary needs you require.
• Last but not least, our staff and administration would like to feel we have helped provide an educational and enjoyable experience here and leave you wanting to come back again.

Our General Academic Schedule

• 8:00 to 10:00 am. ~ Lessons and written exercises (ie. vocabulary and grammar).
• 10:00 to 10:30 am.Break. ~ Time to chat with other students or teachers so that you can get to know each other better, drink coffee, tea, or water; or simply rest.
• 10:30 to 12:00 pm. ~ Practice vocabulary, exercises, and conversation.
• 12:00 to 2:00 pm ~ Lunch
• 2:00 to end of class ~ Reading comprehension, practice vocabulary emphasizing pronunciation, conversation involving traditional and cultural topics, games and group dynamics (depending on students needs and interests).

   Learning verb conjugation is just plain work, work that must be done, but the sense of accomplishment that comes with actually speaking with someone in their language makes it all worthwhile.