Languages
Bonjour! ¡Hola! Sat Sri Akal!
Welcome to Tamanawis' vibrant Modern Languages Department!
We are proud to offer courses in three languages: French, Punjabi & Spanish. In our programs, students engage in a variety of experiential activities with the goal to enhance their skills in oral & written communication & comprehension of the second language. As well, students learn to appreciate & value other cultures through the exploration and study of languages, their literatures & history.
Why learn another language?
Being bilingual or plurilingual will increase your employment opportunities
Studying a second language increases your problem solving & hypothesis testing skills
Second language learning enhances creative thinking
Learning a second languages teaches you to appreciate & participate in other cultures
Improved literacy skills in first language
Enhanced self-esteem & pride
University entrance: a second language at the Grade 11 level is the minimum requirement for entrance to all programs to almost all universities. Many university Bachelor of Arts programs require a second language at the Grade 12 level.
Contacts
| Last Name | First Name | Email Address | Job Title | Section |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ceccon | Ms. B. | ceccon_b@surreyschools.ca | Teacher | French & Department Head |
| Dhaliwal | Mr. M. | dhaliwal_mandee@surreyschools.ca | Teacher | Punjabi |
| Di Curzio | Ms. L. | dicurzio_l@surreyschools.ca | Teacher | French |
| Lally | Ms. N. | lally_n@surreyschools.ca | Teacher | French |
| Sandvoss | Ms. S. | sandvoss_s@surreyschools.ca | Teacher | French & Department Head |
| Stolz | Mr. C. | stolz_c@surreyschools.ca | Teacher | Spanish |
| Toor | Ms. H. | toor_h@surreyschools.ca | Teacher | Punjabi |
| Yakubowski | Ms. D. | yakubowski_d@surreyschools.ca | Teacher | French |
