This class is geared towards middle school students with intermediate (or higher) knowledge of German, and is taught entirely in German. Throughout the school year, students in this level will learn to maintain a fluent conversation in German about everyday topics. They will explore topics in depth and learn to prepare/ give oral reports on them. They will read and understand more complex texts and audios, and work on their writing skills, using correct spelling and grammar. 

The curriculum prepares students to take the “Internationale Vergleichsarbeit A2” (Level A2 German exam for youth), and they also participate in the AATG National German Exam Competition (Level 1 and 2).

Learning materials for this class include a textbook and supplemental material from other sources. 

This class is taught in-person at our Novato campus on Saturdays from 9:30-noon. Download our school calendar to see which days we are in session.  

Not sure if this class is right for you? Contact us, we're happy to help!

In this class, PreK and Kindergarten children 4-5 years old (we can accept a limited number of 3 year olds) approach the German language in a playful, hands-on way. Through poems, games, songs and rhymes, storybooks, and art projects, the children learn basic vocabulary and conversational skills! Lessons revolve around themes like family, animals, colors, food, clothing, body, nature, months, weekdays, seasons, and holidays/traditions/culture in German speaking countries.

All language levels welcome!

This class is taught in-person at our Novato campus on Saturdays from 9:30-noon. Download our school calendar to see which days we are in session. 

This class, taught entirely in German, is for advanced high school students who have successfully passed the DSD I exam (or have equivalent language skills) and would like to prepare for the AP German exam and/ or the DSD II exam (Deutsches Sprachdiplom II/ German Language Diploma Level II).

High School II Exam Prep is a 3-semester program (fall-spring-fall). Students entering the program in grade 10 will take the AP German exam in grade 10, and the DSD II exam in the fall of grade 11. Students entering the program in grade 11 will take the AP German exam in grade 11 and the DSD II exam in the fall of grade 12.

Each class session has two parts: During the first half, called “Lesestunde/ Book Club”, students explore literature in German (a semester reader, short fiction, or poems) often in connection to cultural topics. The “Book Club” portion of the morning is taught together with the High School I class. The second half of the class is dedicated to intensive exam training (reading, listening, vocabulary enrichment, grammar review, advanced writing skills such as formal letters/ emails, argumentative essays, etc.)

This class is taught in-person at our Novato campus on Saturdays from 10:45-1pm. Download our school calendar to see which days we are in session. Learning materials for this class include exam prep textbooks and supplemental material from other sources. For students taking the DSD test, there is an exam fee that covers the cost of both the exam and additional materials.

Not sure if this is the right class for you? Please contact the teacher Fanny Jasper.

This Special Interest course is designed for advanced adult learners of German who wish to deepen their language skills through the exploration of various German texts and literature. Together, we will read the texts in manageable segments, summarize and analyze chapters, and engage in guided discussions that explore the language, themes, and cultural context.

In addition to developing reading fluency and vocabulary, students will strengthen their speaking and writing skills through collaborative reflection and ongoing practice. The course features a final collaborative project, allowing students to creatively apply what they’ve learned.

This Special Interest class meets in person at our Santa Rosa campus for 15 weeks on Fridays from 5-7pm, January-May on the following dates:

• January 23, 30
• February 6, 13, 20, 27
• March 6, 13, 20, 27
• April 10, 17, 24
• May 1, 8

We are offering a week of German immersion for children ages 4-9, taught by Doris Bognar! She will be offering yoga stories, interactive theater games, visual arts (sewing, puppets, painting), and simple cooking tasks. On Thursday afternoon, parents and friends are invited to view a short theatrical performance.

Morning and afternoon snacks will be provided. Some basic knowledge of German is required.

The teacher, Doris Bognar, is a native speaker with many years of teaching experience, with an assistant to help as well.

This day camp is in session June 22-26 from 9am-4pm at our Santa Rosa Campus. Cost includes all craft supplies and snacks. Students must bring their own lunch.

This class is tailored toward more advanced adult learners who have completed "Adult Intermediate" or have equivalent language skills. Students will approach and discuss various aspects of life and culture in the German speaking countries on an advanced level (B1 and higher), with the teacher tailoring the curriculum to students’ interests and language abilities. Media used may include texts (fiction and non-fiction), video clips, audios, and movies. They will broaden their vocabulary, dive deeper into German grammar, and continuously work on their writing and speaking skills.

Learning materials for this class include a textbook and supplemental material and media. Recommended homework can include listening or reading assignments from the textbook, or sources such as newspaper articles, modified or original fiction, and language learning websites, as well as vocabulary and grammar exercises.

This class is taught in-person at our Novato campus on Saturdays from 9:30-noon. Download our school calendar to see which days we are in session. This class uses a book! After registering, please follow the link in your confirmation email to purchase the book on our book ordering site. 

Not sure if this class is right for you? Contact us, we're happy to help!

This class is perfect for adult learners with no prior knowledge of the German language. The class incorporates listening comprehension, speaking, reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary, and grammar.

With completion of this level, students will understand and carry out basic communication such as introducing themselves, asking and answering questions, and more. Students will build and use basic vocabulary that refers to their immediate surroundings and everyday activities.

Additionally, students will gain basic knowledge and insight into the culture of German-speaking countries such as travel, everyday life, food and drink, history, and holidays.

By the end of the school year, students will have reached language skill level A1.1 and should be able to move up to the next course level. Learning materials for this class include a textbook and supplemental material and media.

This class is taught in-person at our Novato campus on Saturdays from 9:30-noon. Download our school calendar to see which days we are in session. This class uses a book! After registering, please follow the link in your confirmation email to purchase the book on our book ordering site. 

Not sure if this class is right for you? Contact us, we're happy to help!

This class is tailored toward adult learners who have completed a beginner class or already have some basic German language skills. The class incorporates listening comprehension, speaking, reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary, and grammar. Students learn to understand and use familiar everyday expressions and phrases, and communicate in simple ways about topics of immediate relevance (such as personal details, family, work, leisure).

Throughout the course, students will review language skills from the beginner level (A1), and move towards an advanced beginner/intermediate language skill level (A2).

Learning materials for this class include a textbook and supplemental material and media. Recommended homework can include exercises from the course book or workbook as well as listening or reading assignments from other sources such as easy readers and language learning websites.

This class is taught in-person at our Novato campus on Saturdays from 9:30-noon. Download our school calendar to see which days we are in session. This class uses a book! After registering, please follow the link in your confirmation email to purchase the book on our book ordering site. 

Not sure if this class is right for you? Contact us, we're happy to help!