WORLD LANGUAGE

Prerequisite: NONE

Credit: 1

Grades: 9th - 12th Grade 

Description:

Spanish 1 is a fun and exciting introduction to the Spanish language and culture through various activities, games and lots of practice. While this course offers fun and excitement, it also requires dedication on the part of the student in completing daily homework. Students will begin speaking basic conversational Spanish within the first few days of class! Students are expected to perform using the three modes of communication: presentational, interpretive, and interpersonal. 

This course is not intended for Native Speakers of the Spanish language. 

Prerequisite: C or higher in Spanish 1 OR Consent of Spanish 2 teacher 

Credit: 1

Grades: 9th - 12th Grade 

Description:

Spanish 2 is a continuation of Spanish 1 with emphasis on developing competency in the language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. It is assumed that students in this course are already proficient in the English language. In addition, they must already read, write and conjugate in the present tense in Spanish. Students will be expected to be able to follow verbal cues and instructions in the Spanish language, which will be used as exclusively as possible. 

This course is NOT intended for Native Speakers of the Spanish Language. 

Prerequisite: C or higher in Spanish 2 OR Consent of Spanish 3 teacher 

Credit: 1

Grades: 10th - 12th Grade

Description:

In Spanish 3, students will expand their knowledge in both spoken and written forms of the Spanish language and culture. We will use games, activities and various projects (both written and oral). Students will also have opportunities for creative expression through video, presentational slides and other avenues of their choice. ¡En Español 3, no inglés! (We speak ONLY Spanish in the Spanish 3 classroom.) 

This course is NOT intended for Native Speakers of the Spanish Language. 

Prerequisite: C or higher in Spanish 3 OR Consent of Spanish 4 teacher 

Credit: 1 honors

Grades: 10th - 12th Grade

Description:

Students participate actively using oral and written forms of the language with increased competency and proficiency. Curriculum includes conversation, interviews, advanced grammar, literature, current music, newspaper selections, and culture. Students will continue with some online work in Spanish. Service learning is encouraged. It is assumed that students in these courses are already proficient in the English language. In addition, they must already read and write in the target language. Students taking this course will be informed about university retroactive credits, the Spanish placement exam, and the Spanish AP Exam. 

This course is NOT recommended for students who are Native Speakers of the Spanish Language. 

Prerequisite: C or higher in Spanish 4 OR Consent of Spanish 5 teacher 

Credit: 1 honors

Grades: 11th - 12th Grade

Description:

Spanish 5 (Spanish 202 UWGB) Course Syllabus 

Spanish 202/Spanish 5 is designed to parallel the skill development of a 3rd year college Spanish course in advanced composition and conversation. It focuses on the mastery of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Spanish. Service learning is encouraged. It is assumed that students in this course are already proficient in the English language. In addition, they must already read and write in the target language. Students in this course need at least a C average in English courses. The purpose of this course is to prepare students for the AP Spanish exam and to earn college credit. Students enrolling in the course as Spanish 202 (College Credit in High School through UW-Green Bay), earning a B or better, will earn 14 university credits. The cost of the course is $315 which will be reimbursed to the student upon successful completion of the course with a B or better. Please contact the teacher for more information. 

This course is not recommended for students who are native Spanish speakers. 

Prerequisite: C or higher in Spanish 4, Spanish 4 placement test, OR Enrolled in Spanish 4 or Natives 2 

Credit: 1/2

Grades: 11th - 12th Grade

Description:

This course directly links Spanish language content with health care careers. Students will learn medical and procedural terminology for use in the field of medicine both in the office and clinic. Health care providers are in great need of employees who have, at a minimum, a functional ability to speak with patients and their families. 

Prerequisite: Must be a Native Spanish Speaker

Credit: 1

Grades: 9th - 12th Grade 

Description:

Spanish Literacy Skills and Literature for Native Speakers is for you if you have fluent communication skills in Spanish but low to intermediate skills in reading, writing and/or comprehension of the Spanish language in written form. In this course, we will explore the basic form and structures of the Spanish language. We will [practice reading, writing, and comprehension of basic texts as well as create projects related to what we are reading. 

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Credit: 1

Grades: 9th - 12th Grade 

Description:

In Spanish Literature for Natives 2, you will learn the basic structure of your language while analyzing authentic Spanish literature, use basic Spanish communication to discuss readings, and learn about famous people, history, and geography of various Latin American countries 

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Credit: 1

Grades: 9th - 12th Grade 

Description:

In this course, you will use basic Spanish language skills you have already learned to build on and increase your knowledge of the Spanish language, its structure, and important people, places, and historical events in Latin America and the U.S. 

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation

Credit: 1 honors

Grades: 11th - 12th Grade 

Description:

Español para Hispanohablantes (Spanish 224 / HH4 UWGB) Course Syllabus 

Spanish 224/Español para Hispanohablantes 5 is a comprehensive exploration of advanced Spanish literature and its impact on society. Building on the foundation of Spanish for Natives 3, students will analyze and reflect on advanced-level Spanish literature from Latin America and Spain. The course will delve into the works of influential Spanish-speaking authors, fostering a deep understanding of their societal influence. Students will have the opportunity to express their ideas through poetry, short stories, skits, and videos, enhancing their advanced writing skills and preparing them with essential college reading readiness skills.The purpose of this course is to prepare students for the AP Spanish exam and to earn college credit. Students enrolling in the course as Spanish 224 (College Credit in High School through UW-Green Bay), earning a B or better, will earn 17 university credits. The cost of the course is $315 which will be reimbursed to the student upon successful completion of the course with a B or better. Please contact the teacher for more information. 

Prerequisite: NONE

Credit: 1

Grades: 9th - 12th Grade 

Description:

French 1 provides an introduction to the French language and the cultures of the French-speaking world. Students develop skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing, with an emphasis on pronunciation, vocabulary acquisition and basic grammatical concepts. The cultures of France and the French-speaking world are embedded into the units of study to promote cultural literacy through the use of texts, films, music, audio files, the Internet, and other media. 

Prerequisite: French I

Credit: 1

Grades: 9th - 12th Grade

Description:

Students continue to develop skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening through conversation, vocabulary acquisition, structural drills, reading and writing exercises. They continue their study of the cultures of French-speaking countries through readings, music, films, food and other media. French 2 is a fun, communicative approach to language learning with a special emphasis on language use from the first day in class. 

Prerequisite: C or higher in French 2 OR Consent of French 3 teacher 

Credit: 1

Grades: 10th - 12th Grade

Description:

This is a two-semester course sequential to French 2. French 3 is designed to increase students’ fluency in the French language through various speaking, listening, reading and writing activities. Students will learn more advanced grammar, vocabulary, and communication skills. The cultures of France and the French-speaking-world are embedded into the units of study to promote cultural literacy through the use of texts, films, music, audio files, the Internet, and other media. 

Prerequisite: C or higher in French 3 OR Consent of French 4 teacher 

Credit: 1 honors

Grades: 10th - 12th Grade

Description:

French 4 (French 202 UWGB) Course Syllabus 

This is a two-semester elective course sequential to previous French courses. Students continue their study of advanced French grammar, vocabulary and communication skills. Emphasis is on acquiring a larger French vocabulary and mastery of grammar so that students can become proficient in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.The cultures of France and the French-speaking-world are embedded into the units of study to promote cultural literacy through the use of literature, art, texts, films, music, audio files, the Internet, and other media. Students taking this course as a senior will be informed about university retroactive credit opportunities and will be provided with sample college entrance exams. 

Prerequisite: C or higher in French 4 OR Consent of French 5 teacher 

Credit: 1 honors

Grades: 12th Grade

Description:

This course is organized into six themes (units), as selected by the College Board for the AP Language and Culture course: Global Challenges; Science and Technology; Contemporary Life; Personal and Public Identities; Families and Communities; and Beauty and Aesthetics. Students work on vocabulary and grammatical structures in context. Within each theme, students work on all aspects of communication: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Activities will include the three modes of communication: interpretive, interpersonal and presentational. The cultures of France and the French-speaking world are embedded into the units of study to promote cultural literacy through the use of literature, texts, films, music, audio files, the Internet, and other media. The purpose of this course is to prepare students for the AP French exam and to earn college credit. Students enrolling in the course as French 202 (College Credit in High School through UW-Green Bay), earning a B or better, will earn 14 university credits. The cost of the course is $315 which will be reimbursed to the student upon successful completion of the course with a B or better. Please contact Mrs. Busch for more information.