Our story
Founded in 1956, the school was once known as the Language School of the German Canadian Club of Calgary. Thousands of students have gone through the program since then.
“The school has dedicated teachers, most of whom speak German as their first language, and our kids have already achieved their A2 certification in elementary school.”
OUR VISION
To continue promoting the German language and culture through creative programming that enriches learners, staff and the community.
OUR MISSION
We provide quality German language education to students of all ages and ability levels and encourage, foster and develop connection to the German culture.
Staff & Teachers
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Sonja Allen
TEACHER
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Chrissi Armbruster
TEACHING CONSULTANT
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Ivonne Arsenault
TEACHER
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Dagmar Blättermann
ADULT TEACHER
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Doro Buchlinski
ADULT TEACHER
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Maike Faszer
TEACHER
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Jürgen Gailer
DSDII TEACHER
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Breanna Garland
TEACHER
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Jessy Hyderman
TEACHER
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Mahsa Moazzami
ADULT TEACHER
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Erica Neumann
TEACHER & HIGH SCHOOL COORDINATOR
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Peter Peltekov
ADULT TEACHER
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Dirk Rotzal
ADULT TEACHER
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Lisa Rotzal
TEACHER
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Evelyne Scheck
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT
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Steffi Schmidt
ADULT TEACHER
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Ingrid Smith
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
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Miriam Siggelkow
TEACHER
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Katja Will
TEACHER
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Marie Gailer
PRINCIPAL
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Nicole Kerker
MANAGER OF OPERATIONS & ADMINISTRATION
Credits & Certifications
CEFRL
All students can achieve accreditation in German language proficiency, using the CEFRL levels (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2).
GERMAN SPRACHDIPLOM I & II
Students enrolled in the CGLSS are prepared for the the German Sprachdiplom I and II exams. Those who pass the I and II levels, and have completed Grade 12, can apply for university entry in Germany.
GERMAN 10, 20, 30 COURSE CREDITS
We follow Alberta Education’s 3-year program of study for German language and culture. Each course is worth 5 credits towards a high school diploma.
Join the board
If you are interested in getting more involved in our CGLS community, one of our outstanding Board members would enjoy connecting with you about various opportunities in the upcoming school year. Send us an email to chair@cglss.com
We look forward to hearing from you.
