Lake Ridge MS World Language Specialty Program
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 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025.
How to apply?
Visit the Specialty Programs Application Process website to learn more about the application process.
Contact Information
Ann Mullen
Program Coordinator
[email protected]
Maria Gouro
Registrar
Counseling Department
[email protected]
Attendance Areas
Beville MS, Hampton MS, Lake Ridge MS, and Saunders MS
School-Based Information Sessions
Thursday, November 21, 2024, 6:30 p.m.
Snow Date: TBD (Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2024 or Thursday, December 5, 2024, 6:30 p.m.)
Thursday, January 9, 2025, 6:30 p.m.
Snow Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025, 6:30 p.m.
School-based information sessions for current 5th graders and their parents/guardians will be held in the Lake Ridge Middle School cafeteria.