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Why Study Latin?
Do you like:
puzzles?
making connections between words?
mythology?
history?
to be creative?
to compete?
field trips?
Students who learn Latin:
Improve their vocabulary and grammar
Do better on standardized tests
Improve their critical thinking skills
Have an easier time learning Romance languages
Develop a greater understanding of the English language
Understand connection between Western
civilization and ancient Rome
Latin at MLK
Is offered from 7th – 12th grade
Dual enrollment and AP are offered in alternate
years
Students have the opportunity to:
be in Junior Classical League (JCL) - an organization that allows Latin students to compete in academics, arts, and athletics
take the National Latin Exam (NLE) - a test given annually to Latin students across the United States and around the world
earn medals and ribbons
add to their resume
earn a Seal of Biliteracy
Examples of Student Work
What career field can I get into after studying Latin?
doctor
lawyer
nurse
pharmacist
dentist
podiatrist
occupational therapist
physical therapist
scientist
researcher
analyst
manager
archivist
curator
historian
librarian
editor
writer
publisher
journalist
consultant
producer
lobbyist
designer
Skills acquired after studying Latin:
contextualizing evidence
extrapolating when evidence is lacking
seeing patterns and making connections
analyzing data and texts
memorizing and organizing data
constructing persuasive arguments, written or verbal
situating ideas within a larger discourse
facility with English grammar and syntax
revising ideas in light of new evidence
thinking in an interdisciplinary manner
working with people in other fields
understanding and taking into account multiple perspective
translating ideas for different contexts.