“When you have a job later on, it's important to know different languages to communicate with different clients.”

— Connor Schmidt, freshman, Southwest Junior High School

“There are lots of jobs that require you to speak another language, and it always looks good on a resume.”

— Hollie Murphy, eighth-grader, SWJHS

“Because it looks good on your college transcript, you get to learn about foreign countries, and if you ever want to go there, you can talk to the natives.”

— Travis Freese, freshman, SWJHS

“So that you can get into a good college, learn about other cultures and get a good job.”

— Karla Barteldes, eighth-grader, SWJHS

“Because you need to be able to communicate when you travel abroad.”

— Abbie Shawano, eighth-grader, SWJHS

“I think it's important to know the language whenever you travel to a foreign country.”

— Trent Edwards, freshman, SWJHS

“Because you can communicate with those who don't speak English, and it helps when you're trying to find a job.”

— McKenzie Olson, eighth-grader, SWJHS

“I can help with your future and your career.”

— Kris Hilding, freshman, SWJHS