As teachers, you know the life changing impact knowing a second language makes on young people. Summer immersion is a fundamental supplement to your hard work in the classroom. We know, because SPI was founded by teachers like you!
Imagine your students returning next year SPEAKING THE LANGUAGE and with firsthand cultural understanding that has captivated them to further their skills - making your job easier and more rewarding. SPI does not provide whirlwind bus tours, but rather inspiring and truly life changing hands-on immersion experiences in Spanish, French, Latin/Italian and Mandarin.
Parents and students need to know about the opportunity to study abroad for college credit. We know you are busy, so we have made it EASY to promote our regular programs to your students, work as an on-site program director in the summer, or organize a custom built program that fits your specific needs.
We strongly hope that you will join in our mission and encourage SPI immersion programs to your students, their parents, and fellow department members - especially if immersion is not the ‘norm’ on your campus. We invite you to take a minute and learn more our Programs, About Us, and to Start Promoting SPI Immersion with your students!
Don't let your students graduate without studying abroad! Learn more about working for SPI next summer! Organize a custom program that fits your students needs & interests!
What Teachers Say
Betsy Arnold Cy Falls HS, Houston, TX (Spanish)
“I believe in study abroad and SPI programs. SPI’s attention to detail and fantastic organization makes traveling with your students easy. With such good organization you get to spend more time enjoying the places you visit while teaching your students and less time worrying about travel logistics.”
Linda Johnson Parish Episcopal HS, Dallas, TX (Spanish)
“SPI was well-organized, responsive to our needs, and thorough in their planning of our custom program. It was obvious by the hotels, guides and sightseeing chosen for us en route to San Sebastian, as well as the selection of the language school, that the SPI staff was very knowledgeable about the area and the needs of American students. We are looking forward to traveling again next summer and in the future with SPI!”
Rose Potter SPI Co-Founder & Master AP Teacher, Austin, TX
“Study abroad truly changes lives. In my 30+ years as an educator, I have seen my students and my colleagues grow from immersion programs in immeasurable ways. Encouraging studying abroad, and not the tours, is the best advice you can give your students as an educator.” Video: Why SPI exists and plans to continue
“You as a teacher will grow so much from this experience. SPI created a well-organized and thought out itinerary that just made sense to what the students needed. We actually had enough time to appreciate the culture and really immerse, rather than running from city to city.”
Jonathan Welch Clear Lake HS, Houston, TX (Spanish)
“SPI provides the most enriching cultural experience I've ever found for students. The program is top rate. The SPI team provided support from start to finish. I watched my students grow not only in their language skills but also as mature young adults.”
Laura Veal Hudec Highland Park HS, Dallas, TX (Latin)
“Everything form the accommodations to the excursions are excellent and in well-chosen locations. SPI is a top-notch organization that truly allows students to live the culture, language and traditions of the host country through unique experiences and itineraries. This is a MUST HAVE experience for all students.”
Amy Gretsch Heritage Hall, Oklahoma City, OK (Spanish)
“SPI provided personalized attention every step of the way for both myself and my students. Every aspect of the program was well thought out and tailored to the needs of students this age. SPI is simply THE BEST! I would recommend this program to all educators.”
George Murphy Park City HS, Park City, UT (Spanish)
“I knew SPI was a serious organization from the start. After traveling on tours for many years, SPI provided a more meaningful way to travel - my students actually remembered what they saw and learned! The homestay experience helped my students gain an insider's perspective on what living the language is all about.”
Morgan May Highland Park HS, Dallas, TX (French)
"What a thrill it is to take part in the transformative experience of living en France with the students! Quelle chance! SPI is truly exceptional; it's the only company of its kind that provides personalized programs to meet the diverse linguistic and cultural needs of students."
LEARN MORE ABOUT SPI staff, our history, and our mission! If you would like to contact a teacher that has traveled with SPI as a director in the past, please use the contact us page.
