Instructor: Rachel Kirk

Biography: Rachel Kirk has a doctorate in Spanish linguistics applied to the teaching of Spanish, and more than two decades of experience teaching Spanish to students ranging from elementary school through the university level. In the classroom she excels at engaging students and inspiring in them a passion for the Spanish language and Hispanic culture. Other professional interests include Spanish and Hispanic art, literature, and flamenco. She has been recognized as an Outstanding Educator.

Classes by this instructor

Conversaciones con amigos

Ready to take your Spanish to the next level while enjoying some great company? Join this engaging and interactive course designed for life-long learners with a good grasp of Spanish and the desire to enhance their conversational skills. You will dive into lively discussions and confidently engage in conversations. By the end of the course, you'll find yourself interacting with greater ease and analyzing conversations from a fresh perspective. Recommended for the intermediate to intermediate-high level Spanish speaker.
October 2, 2025 to November 20, 2025 | 1:00pm-2:30pm PDT | Bend
January 8, 2026 to February 26, 2026 | 1:00pm-2:30pm PST | Bend

Entre la risa y la reflexi�n: Conversaciones a trav�s del cuento

Strengthen your Spanish speaking and comprehension skills through engaging literature and lively dialogue. This class is designed for advanced Spanish speakers who enjoy reading and thoughtful discussion. Each week, students will read a short story independently, then come together to explore its themes, language, and context through guided conversation. The course will feature four short stories provided as PDFs by the instructor. Recommended for learners with Intermediate-High to Advanced Spanish proficiency.
March 5-26, 2026 | 1:00pm-3:00pm PST | Bend