Spanish for Seniors - ¡Hola Amgos! (Queens County)
A fun and engaging beginner Spanish course designed for seniors. Learn practical phrases, greetings, and basic conversation skills while exploring the rich cultures, music, and cuisine of Latin America. Six 1.5 hour sessions with hands-on practice, cultural stories, and friendly interaction.
Course Locations and Times
| Offering Period & Time | Location | Status |
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| Fall | | | |
| Winter | | | |
| Spring | 04/13/2026 - 05/25/2026
Monday
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM | Royalty Center Room #125 (125)
40 Enman Crescent
CHARLOTTETOWN C1E 1E6 | Closed |
| Requirements | No prior experience needed—just a sense of curiosity and a smile! |
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| Objectives | Students will learn to use basic Spanish greetings, introductions, and simple conversational phrases while gaining an appreciation of Latin American music, food, traditions, and social customs. |
| Teaching Process | |
| UPEI Parking Pass Required? | No |
| Additional Costs? | No |
| Additional Costs or Information | No Class on Monday, May 18th |
Course FacilitatorRocio Mccallum.
Rocío McCallum is a passionate Spanish educator with a Bachelor of Education, a major in Foreign Languages, and a PEI teaching certificate. She has taught Spanish as a sessional instructor at UPEI and in community volunteer programs. Spanish is her first language, and she brings authentic cultural insights from her native Peru. Rocío moved to PEI in 2001 and instantly fell in love with the island, which she proudly calls home. She enjoys helping seniors build confidence in speaking Spanish while exploring the vibrant culture and traditions of Latin America. |
