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Semester in Spain (SIS) is a school located at 6601 W West College Drive in Palos Heights, Illinois, United States. This study abroad program in Sevilla promotes immersive learning, intercultural engagement, and inclusive Christian community. Students have the opportunity to live with a host family, learn traditional dances, volunteer with local non-profits, participate in small groups or local churches, join intramural sports, and connect with language exchange partners. Students of all Spanish proficiency levels and fields of study are welcome to participate in this experience centered around personal and faith growth, academic advancement, and professional development. Whether for a Semester, Summer Term, Internship, or Study Tour, students will learn exclusively in Spanish with professors native to Spain. Additional services such as "What to know before you go" and visa assistance are also provided. Explore the beauty of Sevilla and other attractions in the region, such as Las Setas, La Giralda y Catedral, La Torre de Oro, La Plaza de España, El Alcázar, La Plaza de Toros, La Casa de Pilatos, and more. Excursions to cities like Córdoba, Zahara de la Sierra, Ronda, Cádiz, Huelva, Toledo, and Santiago de Compostela are also available. Immerse yourself in the culture, language, and history of Spain with Semester in Spain.

The Herbert Polish School of Language and Culture, located at 12001 South Oak Park Avenue in Palos Heights, Illinois, was established in 2015 to meet the needs of the southwest suburbs of Chicago. Our curriculum, created by the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Poland, prepares students for the Polish language certification exam administered by the Polish Consulate. Our dedicated faculty focuses on language competence, effective communication, and understanding of Polish literature, history, culture, and art. In addition to language and culture classes, the school offers religious education in Polish, overseen by Fr. Ryszard (Richard) Groń, PhD, with sacraments celebrated at Sacred Heart Church in Palos Hills. With a focus on personalized teaching methods and a welcoming atmosphere, the Herbert School ensures that the student is always at the center. We are named after the renowned Polish writer Zbigniew Herbert, a member of the Home Army during World War II and a highly acclaimed post-war poet and essayist. Join us in celebrating the rich heritage of Polish language and culture at Herbert School. Contact us at (630) 863-2759 or visit our Facebook page @szkolaherberta for more information.