Latin and Greek at Seven Hills
The Large Theater of Pompeii
Free Trial Latin Classes
Monday, May 11
In these free trial classes, students will experience the Seven Hills creative and dynamic approach to learning Latin. We’ll introduce key elements of the language and explore the ancient city of Pompeii as it was in the first century, before the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. Students will have translate real Latin sentences in a supportive and engaging environment. Classes will be taught by head of school and Latin teacher, Wes Swing.
— Free Trial Latin for Younger Kids (ages 7-9). Monday, May 11, from 4-4:30 pm Pacific (7-7:30 pm Eastern). Info + Registration.
— Free Trial Latin (ages 10 and up). Monday, May 11, from 5-5:30pm Pacific (8-8:30pm Eastern). Info + Registration.
Summer Readings in Latin
Meets: Wednesdays, 2-3 pm Pacific (5-6 pm Eastern), June 10 through August 12, 2026
This relaxed, no-homework course is designed to help students maintain their Latin skills over the summer. Each week, students will read and discuss Latin passages, focusing on vocabulary, translation practice, and enjoying the language in a low-pressure environment. For more information or to register, please visit our class registration page.
Personalized Study in Latin and Greek
Students in private and small-group personalized study classes will learn Latin and/or Ancient Greek with individualized lesson plans tailored to their learning styles, interests, and preferred pace. This is a holistic approach to ancient languages that emphasizes Latin/Greek writing assignments, and a good deal of etymology and Roman/Greek history, culture, and mythology. Classes will move at a personalized pace and follow the interests of the student. A course for both younger learners and students wishing to accelerate their learning of ancient languages. Taught by Wes, Elizabeth, Joshua, Dan, and Joseph. Now Enrolling.
Latin I - Fall 2026 through Spring 2027
Section 1: Tuesdays and Thursdays (9:30—10 am Pacific // 12:30—1 pm Eastern), September 1 — end of May
Section 2: Thursdays from 4-5 pm Pacific (7-8 pm Eastern), September 3, 2026 — end of May, 2027
This first-year Latin course is for new students ages 10 and up. Students will complete weekly translation assignments and cover the first semester of a standard independent school Latin curriculum. The class includes Roman history, culture, and extensive etymology, and classes are taught by Elizabeth and Wes with an asynchronous option available.
Section 1 (Tuesdays and Thursdays). Info + Registration.
Section 2 (Thursdays). Info + Registration.
Latin I for Younger Students - Fall 2026 through Spring 2027
Section 1: Tuesdays and Thursdays - 10—10:30 am Pacific (1—1:30 pm Eastern), September 1, 2026 — End of May, 2027
Designed for ages 7–9, this course introduces Latin grammar, vocabulary, and the culture and history of ancient Rome. Students will translate stories, explore English words derived from Latin, and take virtual tours of Pompeii to understand Roman daily life. Taught by Wes with an asynchronous option available. Space is limited.
Section 1 (Tuesdays and Thursdays). Info + Registration.
Latin II - Fall 2026 through Spring 2027
Section 1: Wednesdays from 4-5 pm Pacific (7-8 pm Eastern), September 2 — end of May, 2027
Section 2: Wednesdays and Fridays from 9-9:30 am Pacific (12-12:30 pm Eastern), September 2 — end of May 2027
This course is for returning students and follows the Cambridge Latin Course. Students complete weekly assignments, engage in project-based learning, and meet the expectations of a standard high school Latin curriculum. Taught by Wes and Elizabeth with an asynchronous option available. Registration and more information at the following links.
Latin III for Younger Kids
Meets: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11-11:30 am Pacific (2-2:30 pm Eastern), August 26 — end of May, 2026
Latin III curriculum for Younger Kids, which closely tracks to middle school Latin at a standard independent school. Using the Cambridge Latin Course book II as our guide, students will complete weekly assignments, participate in project-based learning, and continue with our Latin for Younger Kids progression at Seven Hills. Info + Registration.
Latin III
Section 1: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9-9:30 am Pacific (12-12:30 pm Eastern), September 1 — end of May 2027
Section 2: Wednesdays from 4-5 pm Pacific (7-8 pm Eastern), September 2 — end of May, 2027
Latin III continues our Latin series at Seven Hills for returning students and new students who have studied Latin in other programs. Students will take on increasingly longer reading passages while continuing to explore the culture and daily life of ancient Roman Britain and the city of Rome. Taught by Wes and Dan.
Ancient Greek
Meets: Fall, 2026.
Our Introduction to Ancient Greek class at Seven Hills Online Classical. In this class, students will complete weekly translation assignments, participate in a creative and dynamic approach to Greek learning, and learn about ancient Athens at the peak of its cultural and political power. For more information, please visit contact us.
AP Latin
AP year-long Latin curriculum. Readings and translations of Julius Caesar’s Gallic Wars and Vergil’s Aeneid. Historical context, literary and rhetorical identification, and textual analysis.