Glastonbury Public Schools World Language
Russian STARTALK
Grades 3-6
Discover Russian STARTALK 2023
For students entering grades 2-5
NEW 2023 Program Format!
This year's STARTALK programs will include:
Required Pre-Program (late spring 2023)
Required Summer Program (June 26 - July 14, 2023)
NO CLASSES July 3 & 4Required Post-Program (academic year 2023-2024)
**Please see below for specific dates**
Glastonbury High School
330 Hubbard St,
Glastonbury, CT 06033
Glastonbury, CT 06033
Program Information
2023 Update
We are back! We are excited to host our 2023 summer programs in person. As part of a new national STARTALK model, all programs will be required to offer a pre- and post- summer program component.
We are excited about our 2023 STARTALK Summer Programs which will implement this new format. It will include a pre-program in the late spring of 2023, the summer camp experience (June 26 - July 14), and a post-program for students throughout the 2023-2024 school year. When applying for this new format of the STARTALK program, participants are committing to the pre- and post- program activities in addition to the summer camp experience.
Health & Safety Information
STARTALK programs will follow the Glastonbury Public Schools' COVID Protocols, as they apply at the time. Please check the District Website for updates.
What
An intensive year-long Russian program with a three-week non-residential summer program that will allow beginning and intermediate students of Russian to develop both speaking and writing abilities as well as the understanding of Russian culture. The program will include classroom instruction, as well as cultural field trips. In addition to the summer experience, students enrolling in the program will be required to participate in both a pre-program (held on weekends in late spring) and a post-program (held on weekends throughout the 2023-2024 academic year). This program is sponsored by Glastonbury Public Schools in collaboration with STARTALK.
Who
Rising 3rd–6th grade students who are highly motivated and enthusiastic to learn Russian in an intensive program. This is a non-residential program for students who live in the Glastonbury area. If you have a child who is interested in establishing a foundation in Russian, please sign up. Enrollment is limited to 12 students on a first-come, first-serve basis. Because of the intensive nature of the program, students are expected to attend all sessions. The camp is partially funded through a federal grant and requires a full program commitment to the program.
When
Pre-program (May 6 & May 20)
Summer Program (June 26 - July 14, 2023)
Post-Program (Sept. 23, Oct. 14, Nov. 11, Dec. 9,
Jan. 20, 2024, Feb 24, 2024)
Pre-Program Hours: 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Students are to not to be dropped off before 8:55 am and should be picked up promptly at 1:00 pm.
Summer 2023 Hours: 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Students are to not to be dropped off before 8:55 am and should be picked up promptly at 12:00 pm.
Post-Program Hours: 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Students are to not to be dropped off before 8:55 am and should be picked up promptly at 1:00 pm.
Where
Glastonbury High School, Glastonbury, CT (summer 2023)
Glastonbury High School & Online (spring 2023 & academic year 2023-2024)
Cost
Students accepted into the program receive a partial scholarship. There is a $200 tuition fee due upon acceptance into the program. No transportation is provided for this program.
Note: Refunds will not be issued after May 1, 2023.
How
See application instructions below.
Behavioral Expectations
Student behavioral expectations are the same as during the regular school year. All school rules apply. Students are asked to bring their own nut-free snack to camp.
This program is available as an add-on to the elementary Russian summer program. The summer program runs from 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm. The price of this program is $250 and lunch is not provided. Students participating in this program will extend their classroom lessons through culturally appropriate crafts, stories and activities.
Applications for Summer 2023 are NOW Available.
There are two ways to apply. Please choose one:
1. Preferred Method: Apply online with a credit card by clicking the button below:
or
2. Click here to download an application form. The form can be completed using Microsoft Word, then printed, signed in ink, and mailed with a check.
For more information contact:
Ms. Amanda Robustelli-Price
Director of World Languages/Multilingual Learning
(860) 652-7954