Sacred Heart School, a private, Catholic, co-educational school in Kingston for students in preschool through grade 12, has launched a language project between 5th and 6th graders at Sacred Heart and their counterparts in Colegio CEIP Valdepalitos, a public bilingual elementary school in Alcobendas, Spain.
The program is the brainchild of Kimberly Balaschi, a Sacred Heart Spanish teacher, Preschool – grade 6 and her daughter Anna Balaschi, also a Spanish teacher presently instructing English to Preschool – grade 6 students in the city of Alcobendas, located near Madrid.
Exchanges between the students will be posted on a Google Blogger; Sacred Heart students will write in English, while students from Colegio CEIP Valdepalitos will scribe in Spanish, allowing both groups exposure to their target language.
Kimberly and Anna Balaschi will initiate the program by exchanging group photos of the 5th and 6th grade classes. Students will each hold a decorated name placard to introduce themselves; the program will feature a monthly topic of discussion to address with their new friends, such as after school activities, hobbies, favorite foods, life at school, holidays, and family.
“What a fun and creative way to study a foreign language!” said Interim Elementary School Principal Shaun Morgan. “Not only will students at Sacred Heart and Colegio CEIP Valdepalitos become better versed in Spanish and English, they will also make friendships that may last a lifetime.”
About Sacred Heart School
Sacred Heart School is a private, co-educational Catholic school system, providing educational opportunities for students from preschool through grade 12 for35 communities throughout the South Shore and Cape Cod. As a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Divine Providence, Sacred Heart School welcomes students to a learning community which is academically challenging, and rooted in the Gospel. Students develop critical thinking skills, engage in service to those in need, and deepen awareness of global perspectives.
Situated on 100 acres in Kingston, MA,the Sacred Heart campus encompasses an Early Education Center, Elementary School, and Middle- High School. The school offers a strong liberal arts curriculum and cutting-edge technology programs in combination with extensive athletic, arts, and extra-curricular activities to ensure students a well-rounded education.
Founded in 1947, the school has seen many changes since its inception, including the recent construction of a $2 million Science and Innovation Center, upgrades to the Observatory, the addition of a large organic garden, and extensive beautiful athletics fields and facilities.
The campus is in use throughout the year as the site of many sports events. Sacred Heart also offers several vibrant summer programs focusing on academics, leadership skills, and traditional athletic programs. Sacred Heart is also home to Camp Morningstar, a long-standing recreational camp with sailing, swimming, sports, games and field trips.
Sacred Heart is proud of its near 100% college acceptance rate at outstanding schools in the United States and around the Globe.
Sacred Heart is led by President Sister Myra Rodgers, CDP, High School Principal Dr. Michael Gill, Interim Elementary School Principal Shaun Morgan, and Early Childhood Center Principal, Sister Angela Provost, CDP.
Sacred Heart School welcomes students of all faiths and diverse backgrounds. The school is committed to developing the whole student, offering an independent school atmosphere and top-tier academics.
The Sacred Heart School campus is located at 251-399 Bishops Highway, Kingston, MA 02364. For additional information about the school, please visit www.sacredheartkingston.com or call 781-585-7511.
