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NCDPI Second (Foreign) Languages Staff

Helga Fasciano
K-12 Program Areas Section Chief
Arts Education, ESL, Second Languages, Student Support Services

Ann Marie Gunter
Second Language Consultant

José Luis Palacios
Education Advisor to the Carolinas (Embassy of Spain)

Chris Stewart
Program Assistant for K-12 Program Areas


Contact Ann Marie Gunter
agunter@dpi.state.nc.us
Phone: 919-807-3865
Fax: 919-807-3823


Contact José Luis Palacios
jluis.palacios@educacion.es
Phone: 919-807-3913
Fax: 919-807-3823
Second (Foreign) Language study benefits all students. The study of another language leads to higher scores on standardized tests (reading, math, SAT), greater cognitive development in the areas of mental flexibility, creativity, divergent thinking and higher-order thinking skills, a broader English vocabulary, a better understanding of one’s own language and culture, and enhanced career opportunities.

This website is designed to be a resource for Second Language educators.  Please explore the site, download materials, and share any suggestions with Ann Marie Gunter at agunter@dpi.state.nc.us



Upcoming Events


Essential Standards Group Leads Meeting
October 27, 2009 at 3:00 p.m.
Virtual GoToMeeting
Please contact Ann Marie Gunter at agunter@dpi.state.nc.us with questions.


2009 ACTFL Convention
November 20-22, 2009
San Diego, CA
Please go to www.actfl.org for more information.