*Students in any grade can access all courses. The grades listed are recommended age ranges, so students below this range should consult with their counselor prior to enrollment. ** = Courses with no prerequisite requirements 

French I, Spanish I **

Recommended for Grades 9 – 12 * Year Course * French – 65071/65072; Spanish – 65031/65032 * 1 Credit 

These initial-level courses are designed to teach basic grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and written style required in the respective language. Related activities will acquaint students with the culture and customs of the language’s national origin. Good attendance and participation are essential if one is to succeed in language courses. Basic computer skills needed to navigate online textbook and accompanying activities. 

French II, Spanish II **

Recommended for Grades 9 – 12 * Year Course * French * Semester 1 - 65271;Semester 2 - 65272 Spanish * Semester 1 - 65231; Semester 2 - 65232 * 1 Credit 

These courses are designed to increase the student’s conversational, reading, writing, and vocabulary abilities. There will be an increased emphasis on speaking and a continuation of related activities for the study of the culture and customs of the language’s national origin. Good attendance and participation are important. Basic computer skills needed to navigate online textbook and accompanying activities. 

French III, Spanish III **

Recommended for Grades 9 – 12 Year Course * French * Semester 1 - 65471; Semester 2 - 65472 Spanish * Semester 1 - 65431; Semester 2 - 65432 * 1 Credit 

These courses are designed to further increase the student’s conversational, reading, writing, and vocabulary abilities. Portions of works by native authors will be read in their respective languages, analyzed, and discussed. Further study of the culture and customs of the language’s national origin with a more concentrated usage of the target language will be emphasized. Good attendance and participation are essential. Basic computer skills needed to navigate online textbook and accompanying activities. 

French IV, Spanish IV 

Recommended for Grades 10 – 12, Year Course * French * Semester 1 - 65671; Semester 2 -65672; Spanish * Semester 1 - 65631; Semester 2 - 65632 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: Student has mastered the standards of the third year of study of the target language. 

Student can respond appropriately to written and oral prompts, correctly using grammar and vocabulary taught in third year. C average and approval and/or recommendation of one’s current teacher is advised. This course will stress the ability to read, speak, and write the language at a more advanced level. Important authors, historical events, current events, and modern topics will be studied as an avenue of approach to the language. Good attendance and participation are essential. Basic computer skills needed to navigate online textbook and accompanying activities. 

French V 

Recommended for Grades 11-12 or department approval * Year Course * Semester 1 - 65771; Semester 2 - 65772 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: Successful completion of French IV or the course may be taken concurrently with French IV with permission of the teacher. 

In this course, students will read, discuss and write about a variety of contemporary topics from French/francophone magazine and newspaper articles. Emphasis will be placed on an understanding of current societal issues in the francophone world. Review and expansion of grammatical structures and vocabulary will assist the student in these efforts. Students will listen to native speakers online and make frequent use of the French web. 

Spanish V 

Recommended for Grades 11-12 or department approval * Year Course * Semester 1 - 65731 Semester 2 - 65732 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish IV. 

In this course, students will read, discuss, listen to, and write about a variety of topics in the target language. Review and expansion of grammatical structures and vocabulary will assist the students in these efforts. Important authors, historical events, current events, and modern topics will be studied in depth. Good attendance and daily participation are essential. Basic computer skills needed to navigate online textbook and accompanying activities. 

Advanced Placement Spanish 

Recommended for Grades 11-12 or department approval - 1 credit Location: Course Codes: 65433/65434 

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Spanish 5 

AP Spanish Language and Culture is equivalent to an intermediate level college course in Spanish. Students cultivate their understanding of Spanish language and culture by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational modes of communication in real-life situations as they explore concepts related to family and communities, personal and public identities, beauty and aesthetics, science and technology, contemporary life, and global challenges. The course is conducted in Spanish. This course prepares the student for the college bound Advanced Placement Examination, paid for at student expense.

American Sign Language I **

Recommended for Grades 9 – 12, Year Course * 65041/65042 * 1 Credit 

This initial-level course is designed to teach basic grammar, vocabulary, cultural, and conversation standards with respect to American Sign Language and its community of users. Both expressive and receptive skills focus on the exchange of personal information, American Sign Language in a school environment, relationships, and effective conversation in the target language. Good attendance and participation are essential. 

American Sign Language II **

Recommended for Grades 9 – 12, Year Course * 65241/65242 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: Student has mastered the standards of the first year of study of the target language. 

This course is designed as a continuation of American Sign Language I and the study of Deaf culture, the Deaf community and Deaf history. Students will further their receptive and expressive vocabulary, ASL discourse skills, and knowledge of American Deaf culture and history. Students will focus on the exchange of information in the target language with regard to travel, socialization within the Deaf community, and ASL storytelling. Good attendance and participation are essential. 

American Sign Language III **

Recommended for Grades 9 – 12, Year Course * 65491/65492 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: Student has mastered the standards of the second year of study of the target language. 

Student can respond appropriately in conversation using correct grammar, vocabulary and culturally appropriate conventions. This course is designed to increase the student’s conversational and vocabulary competence. Good attendance and participation are essential. 

American Sign Language IV 

Recommended for Grades 10 - 12, Year Course * 65481/65482 * 1 Credit 

Prerequisite: Student has mastered the standards of the third year of study of the target language. 

Student can respond appropriately in conversation using correct grammar, vocabulary and culturally appropriate conventions. This course additionally covers narratives and short stories, advanced fingerspelling, history, technology, and expansion of ASL I, II, & III topics. Good attendance and participation are essential.