Programs
Early Childhood Development Program
Learning Through Play — Growing with Confidence!
Ages 3–4
At the Russian School of Dallas, we make learning fun, engaging, and exciting! Through educational games, music, creativity, and hands-on activities, children explore letters, numbers, shapes, and patterns while developing memory, attention, logical thinking, and motor skills.
Our play-based approach encourages curiosity, creativity, independence, and confidence, helping children build essential skills for a smooth and successful transition to school.
Play, Discover, Learn, and Grow!
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Learning, Exploring, and Getting Ready for School!
At the Russian School of Dallas, our Pre-K–Kindergarten program combines structured learning, creative exploration, and engaging activities to build a strong foundation for academic success.
Our curriculum includes:
- Reading & Writing: Letter and sound recognition, phonics, syllable formation, early reading, handwriting, and writing simple words and sentences.
- Mathematics: Counting, number recognition, basic addition and subtraction, shapes, patterns, comparisons, and problem-solving.
- Language & Communication: Vocabulary enrichment, speech development, storytelling, retelling stories, memorizing poems, and learning songs.
- Exploring the World: Discovering nature, animals, plants, seasons, weather, geography, and the world around us.
- Fine Motor Skills & Creativity: Developing handwriting skills, hand-eye coordination, and creative expression.
Through interactive lessons, educational games, music, and hands-on projects, children develop curiosity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Building Strong Foundations for School and Beyond!
School-Age Program
Russian Language • Literature • History • Geography
At the Russian School of Dallas, our Saturday program helps bilingual children strengthen their Russian language skills while discovering literature, history, geography, and cultural traditions.
Through engaging lessons, interactive activities, discussions, and creative projects, students develop reading, writing, communication, and critical thinking skills while expanding their knowledge of the world.
Preserving Language, Exploring Culture, Expanding Horizons!
NEWL / Prototype AP Russian Language Exam
The NEWL (National Examinations in World Languages) Russian Exam, formerly known as the Prototype AP Russian Language and Culture Exam, is a nationally recognized language proficiency assessment for high school students.
Administered by American Councils for International Education and endorsed by the College Board, it evaluates students’ Russian language proficiency and can help them qualify for college language placement or credit, depending on university policies. It is suitable for both heritage speakers and students learning Russian as a foreign language.
The exam assesses four essential language skills:
- Reading: Understanding authentic Russian texts.
- Listening: Comprehending conversations and spoken information.
- Writing: Expressing ideas clearly in written Russian.
- Speaking: Communicating confidently in everyday and academic situations.
Exam Preparation at the Russian School of Dallas
Our Saturday preparation program helps high school students strengthen all four language skills through targeted exercises, authentic materials, speaking practice, writing assignments, and practice exams.
Our goal is to help students demonstrate their Russian proficiency, achieve strong exam results, and explore opportunities for college placement and credit.
Children’s Theater
Musical and drama programs for ages 4–9 and 10–17 that build acting, diction, improvisation, singing, and dancing.
Adult Russian
Group, private, semi-private, corporate, and relocation classes focused on conversation and comprehension.
Speech and Pronunciation Development Specialist
We help bilingual children develop clear Russian speech, improve pronunciation, expand vocabulary, and build confidence in communication through engaging, age-appropriate activities.
Cultural Traditions & Celebrations
Preserving Traditions, Connecting Generations!
At the Russian School of Dallas, we celebrate and preserve cultural traditions through exciting events and activities that bring children and families together.
Our students participate in poetry recitation contests, New Year celebrations, Maslenitsa festivities, theatrical performances, and other cultural events.
These experiences help children connect with their cultural heritage, develop confidence and creativity, and build lasting friendships in a welcoming Russian-speaking community.
Keeping Traditions Alive, Creating Wonderful Memories!