For Senora Nina Joslin, however, that’s just part of the story.

As Conneaut Valley’s high-school Spanish teacher, Joslin has had students participate in the tutoring program for several years now — and she likes what she’s been seeing.

For example, for her students, the experience is much more than an opportunity to review vocabulary and other basics.

“My students have to learn about organization, about being prepared and about actually putting together a lesson to share with someone,” she said as the elementary-school cafeteria buzzed with activity.

“They’ve gone into each classroom and taught them several different lessons. They’re learning to use their Spanish outside the classroom, which, for me, is exciting.”

Back in their high-school classroom, the tutors review their experience and build the next lesson, Joslin explained.

While neither Brandi Hamilton, a senior in Spanish III, nor Jessica Bish, a senior in Spanish IV, plan to pursue careers focusing on foreign languages, they’ve been having a great time working with the youngsters.

The pair was in charge of the Twister segment of the day’s activities, which had third-graders contorting themselves into positions that were truly a wonder to behold.

“I like working with kids — and with older people, too,” Hamilton, who looks forward to pursuing a career in nursing, said with a grin. “This is good one-on-one experience in working with others.”

Bish, whose future plans include becoming a veterinarian, agreed.

Mary Spicer can be reached at 724-6370 or by e-mail at mspicer@meadvilletribune.com