Our World Cultures program is designed to help students see themselves as part of a larger, interconnected world. It helps prepare students not only for future language study, but also for thoughtful participation in a diverse and global society. Through a combination of geography, culture, civics, and introductory world languages, students explore how people live, learn, and connect across the globe.

The primary goals of the third, fourth and fifth grade language program are: increased awareness and appreciation of different cultures around the globe; an understanding of the value of communicating in another language; and acquisition of basic words and phrases in a safe and stimulating environment.