Specialty Programs

The World Language Specialty Program offers high school Level I and Level II world language courses for high school credit. The Level I course is completed over two years in 6th and 7th grades. Successful program participants continue to Level II in 8th grade. The courses are for high school credit and require rigorous daily preparation. Generally, students who enroll in the World Language Specialty Program are also placed in an Extended (accelerated) Language Arts class.

Program Features

• Languages offered: French, German, Spanish
• The program is interest-based.
• Students earn two high school credits over three years.
• Entry year: 6th grade

Application Information

Who can apply?

Applications for this program are open for rising 6th grade students.

When to apply?

Specialty program applications will be accepted November 2, 2026 - February 1, 2027.

How to apply?

Visit the Specialty Programs Application Process website to learn more about the application process.

Attendance Areas

Lake Ridge MS, transfers from Beville MS, Hampton MS, and Saunders MS.

School-Based Information Sessions

Thursday, November 5, 2026, 6 p.m. in the Lake Ridge Middle School cafeteria (Snow date: November 12, 2026)

Tuesday, January 12, 2027, 6 p.m. in the Lake Ridge Middle School cafeteria (snow date: January 20, 2026)

School-based information sessions for current 5th graders and their parents/guardians. All information nights are from 6-7 p.m. in the LRMS Cafeteria.

Contact Information

Ann Mullen
Program Coordinator
[email protected]

Maria Gouro
Registrar
[email protected]