How does the summer light feel? Is it golden and nostalgic? Is it blindingly bright? Does it linger on sticky fingers after a melted ice cream? As you soak in the beauty, energy and memories along the way this season, let your photographs speak what words cannot. ARCS is delighted to invite local […]
Overview This class aims to help students explore and embrace their Romanian identity and heritage. They will discover Romanian illustrous figures and find inspiration in their pioneer spirit, courage and tenacity. The students will interact with real Romanian role models while developing a global perspective of their place into the world as bilingual and bicultural citizens. Basic knowledge of Romanian required. Groups of […]
Overview This class is tailored for students of Romanian origin nationwide who do not understand, nor speak the language, but who have been exposed to Romanian culture and are curious to find out more about their heritage. They will learn basic conversational skills in Romanian and will develop their pronunciation, vocabulary, writing and reading knowledge.They will […]
Overview This class is designed for students with no prior knowledge about Romanian Language, but who have been exposed to Romanian culture and are interested to learn its language. It is an introductory Romanian Language course, where students will learn the simple present tense, greetings, numbers, dates, time, and other simple grammar. As a result, […]
Overview Romanian History: Part I, (3 quarters): This class is designed for students who want to learn about Romanian history, including major personalities who steered the destiny of Romanians and their neighbors. Continuing the exploration of cultural identity and heritage through history, students will enlarge their vocabulary and expand their reading, listening, and writing skills. Conceived as a three-quarter class, we will […]
Overview This class aims to help students explore and fully embrace their Romanian identity. They will learn about human relations and emotions through the study of Romanian legedary characters, illustrous historic figures, as well as contemporary stars. We will use fun engaging methodologies to enrich their daily vocabulary, strengthen communication skills, improve pronunciation and reading competence through short texts, poems, songs, proverbs, riddles, and games. The students […]
Overview During this class students develop their speaking skills, increase their vocabulary, and practice their writing. They will also improve their oral language skills through conversation, everyday situations, and how to give presentations, role play, and participate in debates. They will learn techniques for writing, speaking, and comprehension. Groups of 4-5 students / 60 min, […]
Overview Unique in the US, the program “ALTA Exam Preparation”, launched in 2016 with great success. This program is addressed to students from WA State, and nationwide, to help them earn high school credits for their heritage language by taking the ALTA Exam, and possibly the Global Seal of Biliteracy. Course level depends on the […]
Overview Romanian Culture offers high school students a space to reconnect with language, memory, and identity. Through film, art, music, and everyday cultural practices, students explore the traditions and modern expressions that shape Romanian life. The course encourages students to deepen their linguistic confidence while discovering the artistic trends that anchor Romanian heritage. This class […]
OverviewThis course is designed specifically to prepare students for the Romanian citizenship exam. It covers essential vocabulary, grammar, reading, and speaking skills aligned with the CEFR B1 level required under Article 10 of the citizenship application. In addition to achieving B1 proficiency, students will have the opportunity to complete simulated language tests that mirror the […]
Overview This class is designed for students with no prior knowledge about Romanian Language, but who have been exposed to Romanian culture and are interested to learn its language. It is an introductory Romanian Language course, where students will learn the simple present tense, greetings, numbers, dates, time, and other simple grammar. As a result, […]
Queen Marie (1875–1938) was one of the most devoted patrons of the arts and an accomplished artist in her own right—painter, writer, and musician. Although her love for music is well known and extensively documented in her diaries, memoirs, and correspondence, the fact that she was a skilled violinist and singer is less widely recognized. […]
Mark your calendars! The Romanian Film Festival in Seattle returns for its 13th editionNovember 13-15 at SIFF Cinema Uptown, a vital cultural venue and long-standing promoter of European film. The Cultural AssociationControl N, based in Romania, joins ARCS for the third consecutive year as co-organizer, continuing to serve as a bridge between Romanian filmmakers and […]
Across America with Queen Marie of Romania commemorates the centennial of the 44-day tour undertaken by Queen Marie, Princess Ileana, and Prince Nicholas across the United States and Canada between October 18 and November 24, 1926. At the invitation of President Calvin Coolidge, Queen Marie of Romania undertook a landmark trip to the United States […]