Virtual Latin Club was founded by Krithik Seela, a junior in high school who is fascinated by classics and philosophy, and he has studied both subjects in and out of school. He is particularly interested in combining his interest in Classics with his background in technology to make ancient languages and cultures more accessible to others.

 

Program Description:

While many middle schools and high schools offer introductory Latin classes for students, they do not often create spaces for students to explore their interests outside of the classroom. The pandemic has made these opportunities even harder to come by, especially since most students have shifted to virtual learning. Using the Classical Promise Grant, Krithik plans to develop a virtual Latin Club where students who are passionate about Classics can explore their interests and engage with like-minded students. The platform will have many different features, such as fun facts about Classical languages, Greek and Roman myths, and resources for students that hope to develop their own, in-person clubs at their schools.