German is a leading world language, spoken by millions. There are many German speakers in Portland alone. Despite the fact that German is not yet offered at Franklin many students have expressed a great interest in taking a German Class. A German club has already been started at FHS which focuses on learning about Germanic culture. Having a German class at FHS would not only benefit the students taking the class, but would also benefit the Franklin community as a whole.
The conversations I have had with students lately confirm that a German program at Franklin would provide a valuable academic outlet for many. I am currently reaching out to school administrators to discuss how our recent discussions might translate into a formal curriculum proposal.
November 17, 2014
Reaching this level of interest confirms the quiet demand I witnessed in the hallways when we first discussed this need. It is rewarding to see that so many others recognize the value of bringing this language program to our school community.
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Anonymous
11 years ago
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my daughter will be there next year and has been upset that German wasn't an option. So excited about this!
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Betsy Salter
11 years ago
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Thank you Mr. Grobey! The more access to world languages and cultures the better!!!
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Elie Hoover
11 years ago
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Grobey is one of the best teachers I've ever known, and certainly the best language teacher during my time at madison. Franklin kids deserve his genuine love and knowledge of german!
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Tim Schulte
11 years ago
Germany is the biggest and most powerful country in Europe, and also a great friend of the US
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Tim Schulte
11 years ago
Germany is the biggest and most powerful country in Europe, and also a great friend of the US
German is a leading world language, spoken by millions. There are many German speakers in Portland alone. Despite the fact that German is not yet offered at Franklin many students have expressed a great interest in taking a German Class. A German club has already been started at FHS which focuses on learning about Germanic culture. Having a German class at FHS would not only benefit the students taking the class, but would also benefit the Franklin community as a whole.
The conversations I have had with students lately confirm that a German program at Franklin would provide a valuable academic outlet for many. I am currently reaching out to school administrators to discuss how our recent discussions might translate into a formal curriculum proposal.
November 17, 2014
Reaching this level of interest confirms the quiet demand I witnessed in the hallways when we first discussed this need. It is rewarding to see that so many others recognize the value of bringing this language program to our school community.
22 Comments
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Anonymous
11 years ago
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my daughter will be there next year and has been upset that German wasn't an option. So excited about this!
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Betsy Salter
11 years ago
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Thank you Mr. Grobey! The more access to world languages and cultures the better!!!
E
Elie Hoover
11 years ago
Featured
Grobey is one of the best teachers I've ever known, and certainly the best language teacher during my time at madison. Franklin kids deserve his genuine love and knowledge of german!
T
Tim Schulte
11 years ago
Germany is the biggest and most powerful country in Europe, and also a great friend of the US
T
Tim Schulte
11 years ago
Germany is the biggest and most powerful country in Europe, and also a great friend of the US
my daughter will be there next year and has been upset that German wasn't an option. So excited about this!