Deutsche Sprachschule Bloomfield, Inc.
Address:
Berkshire Middle School
21707 West 14 Mile Road
Beverly Hills, MI 48025
Driving Directions
Mailing Address:
P O Box 250854
West Bloomfield, MI
48325-0854
Phone: 248.755.7317
Fax: 248.475.5917
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Times
Courses are held once a week from 4:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
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Tuesday: |
French, Latin
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Wednesday: |
German, Music and Rhythm (Musikzwerge) |
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Thursday: |
German, German as a Second Language (DaZ),
French, Smart Kids
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Each school year has two semesters, which are each 16 weeks long. There are between 9 and 15 students in a class.
In general, the school calendar follows the Birmingham school district. Unforeseen school closures of the Berkshire Middle School (for example weather related) result in cancellation of the classes as well. For further information please call the DSB telephone hotline at 248.755.7317.
German Class
Grade 1 - 12
The content of the German classes are guided by the primary, secondary, and high school curriculum of the State of Baden-Württemberg, Germany. All schoolbooks and additional materials are the most recent editions of the individual curriculum. The students learn in a positive environment with the variety of teaching methods. In second grade the students will learn in addition penman ship and will take a “Füller-license”. Dictation and essays are part of the academic structure, as well as literature, which will be both read and discussed in all grades. In addition to the curriculum, students will be introduced to the German Culture. The traditional lantern walk (lower grades) and the visit of Nikolaus are part of the program.
Preschool (German Kindergarten)
With a lot of enthusiasm, the teachers of the pre-school program (Kindergarten) are preparing the lesson plan for the 3 ½ and 5-year-old children. Two teachers in the class make it possible, that the children will be encourage to learn and experience at individual and different levels. They will be introduced to various playful interactions with the German language. German nursery rhymes, finger plays, fairy tales and songs are part of the program, as well as gross and fine motor skill development tasks and free playtime for make believe. Creating their own lanterns for the famous "Laternenlauf" at school, the visit from "Nikolaus" in December as well as "Fasching" is a part of bringing the German culture closer to the children.
Kindergarten (Vorschule)
The "Vorschule" is based on the continuation of the Pre-school program and is designed for children from 5 to 6 years. Linguistic and motor skills are added to the program. Concentration and endurance exercises are installed and expanding of the German vocabulary as well as language understanding skills are introduced and deepen. "Vorschule" is designed to prepare the children for 1st grade. German culture is part of the program as well. The students are introduced to the different traditions. They will craft their own lantern for the lantern walk in November and will be part of the St. Martin play as well. Nikloaus is visiting in December and in February they will celebrate Fasching/Karneval. The students will be able to present themselves in front of the class and an audience at several times.
German as a Second Language (DaZ)
This program is for students who have developed German as a second language due to long periods abroad, multi-lingual parents, or for American families who lived in Germany and would like to maintain and improve their German language skills. The classes are taught in German and are communication and action oriented. Vocabulary, grammar, as well as reading and writing proficiency will be systematically and theme oriented acquired during the school year. German culture is part of the program as well. The younger students will be part of the traditional lantern walk. Nikolaus will come in December to visit all classes.
After continuously attending the classes the students will be able to take several national tests (AATG, AP German, DSD). With passing the highest level of the German Speech Diploma, they achieve the approval of the necessary language skills to attend German universities. Classes are held Thursdays from 4:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
German Culture
In addition to the regular curriculum, German culture and customs are taught. Topics such as Fasching, Easter, St. Martin, Nikolaustag and Christmas are an integral part of the learning experience.
Library
Visits to the well-equipped library are an enriching part of the program. It offers a large variety of recent issues of books, games, cassettes, books on CDs, and comics and provides opportunities to experience the German language in an enriching way.
Homework
Weekly homework strengthens and improves the topics studied during class. It is an important and necessary requirement for learning success and needs to be supported by the parents.
Recess
Depending on the weather, students will spend recess outdoors.
Report Cards
Written report cards are issued at the end of each semester. Students receive detailed information about their academic development and achievements.
Additional Classes (separate registration forms)
Music and Rhythm (Musikzwerge)
This class is offered to 2 ½ -4 year old children with their parents on Wednesdays from 5-6 p.m. The world of music is introduced through movement, touch and playful experience. The natural ability of the children to sing and to move rhythmically will be expanded by singing age appropriate songs, speaking finger games, rhymes and rhythms, through creative play with different materials for seeing, hearing and touching, first sound experience with basic instruments and rhythm movement and dance.
Fun, games and movement (Hüpfmäuse)
This group is designed for kids with their parent (mom or dad). Fun, games and a large variety of movements are focus every Thursday from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. for children ages 2 ½ to 4. Experienced physiotherapist will introduce children to running, jumping, skipping, crawling, and balancing, as well as to German songs, finger plays and much more. It’s a fun and sportive way to learn the German language. Using all the different kind of senses will not only be positive for a healthy development but will be a foundation of a healthy growth.
French
This class is designed for students who require French as a second language based on the curriculum for the German "Gymnasium". The courses are offered as Beginner class (grades 5 to 7) and Advanced classes 2 and 3 (at least one or two years of French). School material is officially approved by German curriculum. The classes are taught in French with German-French vocabulary. Tuesdays or Thursdays from 4:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Latin
This class is designed for students who require Latin as a second language based on the curriculum for the German "Gymnasium". The course is offered as a Beginner class (grades 5 to 7). School material is officially approved by German curriculum. The classes are taught in Latin with German-Latin vocabulary. Tuesdays from 4:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
The school employs more than 20 educators whose native language is German. Their goal is to support each student’s gain of knowledge in the German language and to expand and strengthen it. The teachers introduce traditions and customs of the German culture to give the students a rich and well rounded experience.
They are highly motivated and strive to meet the individual needs of the children who live abroad.
Regular meetings with teachers and board members facilitate cooperation and communication. Full-day workshops give teachers the opportunity to share experiences and develop strategies. Classroom visits conducted by board members help to reflect and optimize teaching goals.
Each semester, parent-teacher conferences provide parents with information about the development and progress of their children.
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