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World Languages Department

World languages at Foxcroft focus on skills in communication, interpretation, cultural competency, and global leadership.

Students will not only be able to express themselves verbally, but they will also understand the impact cultures have on the world, and learn to see themselves as being part of the global community.

At the completion of the World Language program at Foxcroft, a graduate communicates effectively with a variety of audiences and in different settings where her acquired language is utilized. The student will accurately interpret the cultural, spoken, and written elements of her chosen world language while being a culturally competent, respectful, and caring participant in society and in the global community.

To connect to the global community, teachers strive to bring the world into the classroom. Students utilize and expand their language skills when researching a major global issue, such as climate change, and then making recommendations to address this complex problem. Faculty members ask students to successfully navigate airport security or locate their lost luggage in a conversational role-play scenario. Class discussions and assignments are connected to current newsworthy topics, cultural celebrations, the arts, and significant historical events. For example, Women’s History Month inspires dialog and learning about the contributions of women in society. El Día de Muertos, Day of the Dead, is a time to learn about Mexican culture and heritage. These applications prepare students to enter a world of global citizenship.

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Explore Our World Languages Course Offerings

Portrait of a World Language Graduate

At the completion of the World Language program at Foxcroft, a graduate…

...communicates effectively with a variety of audiences and in different settings where the World Language is used.
…accurately interprets the cultural, spoken, and written elements/aspects of a World Language.
...is a culturally competent participant in the society of the World Language.
...participates in the global community with respect and care.

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Communication

  • Expresses self spontaneously and accurately at the appropriate register.

  • Produces and presents original written and oral material in an organized manner.

  • Integrates cross-cultural communication.

  • Elicits input from others.

Interpretation

  • Analyzes known words to understand and make meaning of authentic material.

  • Uses context to interpret writing and speech.

  • Interprets linguistic and cultural cues to augment understanding.

  • Applies interdisciplinary knowledge to make meaning.

Cultural Competency

  • Examines the role of history and geography in shaping a  country’s identity and lifestyle.

  • Recognizes the impact  of other cultures.

  • Respects cultural nuances.

  • Deconstructs self identity through explorations of other cultures.

Global Citizenship

  • Recognizes  global connections.

  • Sees herself as being part of the global community.

  • Collaborates across cultures.

  • Employs her global knowledge to address real-world problems.

Meet Our World Languages Faculty

Vilma Riestra

Vilma Riestra

Job Title: World Languages Department Chair, Lead Dorm Parent
Degree(s): M.A., Universidad de Salamance
B.A., Rider University
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Alexandra Barrett

Alexandra Barrett

Job Title: French Teacher/Dorm Parent
Degree(s): M.P.S., George Washington University
B.A., Randolph-Macon Women's College
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Megan Barrett

Megan Barrett

Job Title: Latin
Degree(s): M.A., Yale Divinity School
B.A., Randolph College
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Maria-Esther Sánchez

Maria-Esther Sánchez

Job Title: Spanish
Degree(s): J.D., Universidad de Barcelona
Level 500 Certificate in French, Middlebury College
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