The Mini-Language Lessons Program is one of SAIL's strongest annual programs conducted between October and December (Fall Session) and January and March (Winter Session) every year, throughout Saskatchewan. This program provides opportunities for volunteer Language speakers to teach in the Public, Catholic, and Fransaskois school systems, and allows students to experience a new Language and culture. The program allows school teachers to match multicultural education with existing curriculum in a direct and meaningful way for students. The Mini-Language Lessons Program hopes that the experience gained by students will contribute to the elimination of misunderstanding and racism through the promotion of cultural awareness and acceptance.
 

How To Apply - For Classroom Teachers

All teachers who are interested in having the program offered in their classrooms must submit their own application. Teachers can submit completed applications to the SAIL office by mail, fax or email. You can also find the application form online, please click here.
Please read the Classroom Teacher Guidelines to become more familiar with SAIL's expectations.
 

How To Apply - For Language Instructors

The Language instructors provide eight (8) hours of instruction on their language and various aspects of their culture. It is not necessary to have a professional teaching background, but applicants should have some experience in a teaching environment and/or working with children. Language instructors interested in participating in the program should fill out the application form and send it to SAIL office by mail, fax or email. You can find the application form online, please click here.

Heritage language instructors will be matched with a classroom teacher (or two) and receive an honorarium based on eight hours of instruction per classroom.
Please read the Language guidelines to become more familiar with SAIL's expectations; an Instruction Guide is also available to you.

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 SAIL is a proud member of SaskCulture and funded by Saskatchewan Lotteries

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Testimonials From Classroom Teachers

I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for all the incredible work the instructor had done with our class. She brought so much joy and learning to our students, and it’s been truly special to see how she connected with each of them. The way she taught the names of the Arabic letters and the words that start with them was such a creative and engaging way for the students to learn. It was amazing to see them so excited about saying "hello" and "goodbye" in Arabic and hearing "I am" and "thank you" "Ma'a Alsalamah" , "Salam", "Ahlam" , "Marhaba". 

The instructor's lessons weren’t just about language—they were about culture too, and the children loved learning about Egypt! Coloring pictures of the pyramids and the sphinx, singing songs, and even dancing together—it all helped bring Arabic language and Egyptian culture to life in a way they’ll never forget.

The instructor truly became a part of our classroom community. The students looked forward to her Zoom calls every day and were always eager to learn more with her. Moments like those will stay with us for a long time.

Thank you to the instructor for being such a dedicated and loving teacher, and for sharing her culture and language with us so warmly. She's made a lasting impact on our classroom, and we are so grateful for everything she's done!

-Grade 2 Classroom at Dr. Brass School