World Languages

World language programs in Jeffco Public Schools invite students to explore the world and their place in it through the study of languages and cultures. Jeffco offers courses in Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Latin and Spanish. Jeffco also offers Spanish for Heritage Speakers to honor and support the development and maintenance of heritage language.

Jeffco strives to educate students to become communicatively proficient and globally competent in languages other than English with a curriculum aligned to national standards. Students will have opportunities to use their cultural and linguistic knowledge outside of the classroom, with travel, cultural events, performances and competitions.

Studying a world language broadens students' perspectives by introducing them to new customs, literature, art, food, music, history, and more. According to the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), there are many benefits with learning a new language. Visit the ACTFL Website for more details.