Verano en Espa�a

 

 

The Verano en Espa�a program is the ideal way to reinforce and fine-tune the Spanish skills gained in the classroom.  Students have the opportunity to use the language on a daily basis during their home stay in Salamanca as well as on the tour of Andaluc�a.

 

Students will gain a greater appreciation of Spanish culture through visits to the monuments and historical sites they have read about as well as through their interactions in everyday life.

 

Highlights of the program include:

 

Three-week home stay with a Spanish family in the university city of Salamanca

Three weeks of classes at the Hispano Continental School

One week tour of Madrid and Andaluc�a (Granada, C�rdoba and Sevilla)

Tours of Toledo, Segovia, El Escorial and Valle de los Ca�dos

Guided tours of Salamanca

Tarde de tapas

Excursion on horseback

Afternoon movies

 

What other participants have said:

   

�The Spain I found turned out very different from the Spain I had expected.  What I thought would be a mediocre trip was one of the best vacations I�ve ever had.  Spain has a rich culture, wonderful people, plenty of things to see, and a language and history that deserved more respect than I had been willing to give them.  I hope to return to study while I�m at college, but until then, I recommend that any Spanish-speakers who want to learn more about the language they�re studying�and who want to have a great time in the process�to try Mrs. Marmion�s trip.  They�ll be glad they did.�

 

�I believe my speaking, writing and listening skills have all improved in Spain.  For the first time, I am feeling comfortable speaking the language.�

 

�I loved this trip and the experience it provided and all that I learned. � I will recommend it to my friends.�

 

�Era muy divertido, y si una persona quiere, puede aprender mucho espa�ol.�

 

�I think both my vocabulary and my fluency improved. � I no longer have to think before I say everything.�

 

�Tell anyone to plan to actually work some (not all play).  Bring plenty of film!  I would recommend it to my friends who would want to work some, learn about another culture, and have fun!�

 

�I enjoyed the excursions and my classes were fun.  I learned a lot, and I think my speaking ability improved a great deal.�

 

�My Spanish has improved.  My vocabulary is larger and I�m not afraid to speak anymore.�

 

�I thought this program was really awesome.�

 

 

Departure:  Saturday, June 9, 2001

 

Return:  Sunday, July 8, 2001

 

Cost:  The approximate cost of the program is $3800*, which includes room and board with a family, daily classes, excursions and travel expenses.  All meals are included.

 

Orientation:  An orientation program will be held in May.

 

Deposit:  A non-refundable deposit of $750 is due by January 20.

 

Payments:  $1250 due February 15. Balance due April 1. 

*Exact cost depends on the number of students enrolled.

 

 

For further information contact:

Mrs. Nancy Marmion

St. Mark's School of Texas
10600 Preston Road
Dallas, Texas  75230

(214)346-8153 (school)

(214)340-3031 (home)

[email protected]