A World of Opportunity

There are endless benefits to learning a second language and culture. Students who study a second language increase their global awareness and understanding, improve literacy in their native language, are better prepared for college, have more employment opportunities, and have a greater appreciation for the arts.

Our World Languages Program

The Pasadena ISD World Languages program currently supports curriculum and instruction for Spanish and French classes.

Students may begin earning world languages high school credits in intermediate school. It is important for both intermediate school families and students to understand that language courses at this level are taught using the high school curriculum and thus students are expected to understand at the same high level. 

Students who begin language learning in intermediate school are able to continue their studies in high school, culminating in Advanced Placement Spanish courses. 

Students who enroll in advanced placement courses for languages will take the College Board AP exam at the end of the year, which could result in college credit depending on the score received on the exam. Regardless of the exam score, students in advanced placement courses receive consideration by most colleges and universities that value perseverance in a successful completion of such rigorous courses. The languages offered at both middle and high schools vary campus to campus. Campuses can provide more specific information about what languages and levels are offered.

If you would like for Pasadena ISD to consider adding another language to our World Languages program, please contact Chris Puente, Multilingual Department Coordinator (cpuente@pasadenaisd.org).