COVID19 Information Update

Adult Class Modifications

For the foreseeable future, we are offering options for In-Person classes or Virtual classes. This allows us to limit the number of people inside our office at one time, and also allows folks to choose the format that is most comfortable for them. Due to smaller class sizes, classes are filling up quickly!
  • In-Person classes are exclusively for those who will have begun the COVID vaccination process by the start of the session. Masks are no longer required inside the classroom. Everyone must follow CDC guidelines while in common areas outside the classroom.
  • For in-person classes, all students should take their temperature before leaving home. If you have a fever, chills, aches, cough, sore throat, difficulty breathing, headache, or loss of taste or smell please DO NOT come to class!
  • Students will be spread out in the classrooms, and class size is limited (depending on the size of the room). Class start times are staggered, so that we don’t have too many people coming and going at the same time.
  • Virtual classes will be smaller in order to keep learning individualized and improve the experience – maximum 6 students. Classes will be live with the instructor using Zoom. You will need a laptop or tablet with a camera and microphone to participate.
  • If your group meets virtually and you require a new textbook for the session, you will be able to purchase the book online and pick up curbside prior to the first day of class. We will contact you with more details.
We thank you for your patience and patronage during these difficult times. We’re doing everything we can to bring you the best possible learning experience so that for a couple hours each week we can all forget about coronavirus and immerse ourselves in the joy of learning Spanish. Looking forward to having you in class!

Children’s Program Modifications

At this time we are beginning to return to in-person offerings for children, and will also try to provide limited virtual classes for those families that feel more comfortable virtually for the time being.
  • For in-person classes, children are not required to wear a mask within the classroom. Outside of the classroom in common areas, parents and children should follow all CDC guidelines.
  • For in-person classes, please, no more than ONE parent should attend, and ONLY if your child needs help using the bathroom. Any parent that attends class MUST have begun the COVID vaccine to enter the classroom.
  • Virtual classes will be smaller in order to keep learning individualized and improve the experience. Classes will be live with the instructor using Zoom. You will need a laptop or tablet with a camera and microphone to participate. We will be providing material electronically and will have additional supplemental YouTube videos available for additional practice.
  • Parents seeking in-person private or semi-private classes may reach out to us. If we have a teacher who can safely administer in-person classes, we will determine feasibility to do so. We are careful not to put any of our wonderful teaching staff at risk.
  • Small group private or semi-private virtual classes are also available if you are planning to home school your child. We can create a custom schedule and learning plan that works with your goals and your child’s schedule.

Private Class Modifications

Private classes may meet in-person or virtually at this time depending on the comfort level of each student.
  • Vaccines are not required, however, we may have limited staff available who are willing to administer a private class with an unvaccinated individual. We are careful not to put any of our wonderful teaching staff at risk.
  • Masks are not required in the classroom for those who have begun the COVID vaccine. Masks are required in the classroom for unvaccinated individuals. In common areas outside the classroom, everyone must follow CDC guidelines.
  • For in-person classes, all students should take their temperature before leaving home. If you have a fever, chills, aches, cough, sore throat, difficulty breathing, headache, or loss of taste or smell please DO NOT come to the office!
  • Virtual classes will be live with the instructor using Zoom. You will need a laptop or tablet with a camera and microphone.

COVID-19 Protocols

  • Take Your Temperature BEFORE Arrival

    • If you have a fever, chills, aches, cough, sore throat, difficulty breathing, headache, or loss of taste or smell please DO NOT come to class!

  • Maintain Social Distancing

    • Do not enter the office until 1 minute before your class
    • Class sizes are limited and start times are staggered

  • Wear a Mask/Shield

    • Please review our mask requirements for adult group classes, children’s classes, and private classes and follow all CDC guidelines while in common areas.

  • Do Not Touch!

    • Leave doors open where possible and do not move furniture
    • Please use hand sanitizer

  • Disinfection Protocol

    • The office will be disinfected between each class, including all surfaces, chairs, handles, bathrooms, and common areas

  • Use Common Sense

    • Keep your textbook and other material sanitized, and don’t share pens/pencils
    • Do not wait outside the bathroom
    • Be ready to “go virtual” during the session in case of state-mandated closures

Frequently Asked Questions