World Language

2023-2024 Course Offerings (3 credits to graduate)

LATIN I FULL YEAR

Following the Oxford Latin Course Part I, this course begins Brophy’s three-part introduction to the grammar and vocabulary of classical Latin. Readings explore Roman daily life (i.e., the family, slavery, education), the city of Pompeii, and epic tales of heroes and gods. Grammar instruction centers on becoming comfortable with the Latin case system (i.e., the fact that nouns and pronouns have multiple spellings!), as well as building general language-acquisition skills foundational for further study. In addition, students will have some exposure to writing and speaking Latin. N.B. This course is specifically designed for students who have no prior experience with Latin.

LATIN II FULL YEAR

Following the Oxford Latin Course Part II, this course continues Brophy’s three-part introduction to the grammar and vocabulary of classical Latin. Readings explore Roman history from its legendary foundings to the assassination of Julius Caesar, as well as the culture and topography of Rome itself. After systematic review of Latin I topics, new grammar instruction centers on becoming comfortable with the Latin verb system, as well as honing reading and memorization strategies. At the very end of the year, students learn about Roman holidays through a Saturnalia creative project centered on select poems by the satirist Martial. N.B. This course is designed for sophomores who completed Latin I at BCP, as well as freshman transitioning from a middle school Latin program needing some work on basic skills.

HONORS LATIN II FULL YEAR - RECOMMENDATION OF TEACHER

Students who excelled in Latin I may take this course, which also follows the Oxford Latin Course Part II but at a somewhat accelerated pace. This pacing allow the course to cover all the same topics as a typical Latin II, but with room for two elements of enrichment: 1) an introduction to Latin poetry through a full reading of “Apollo and Daphne” from Ovid’s Metamorphoses and 2) continuous work on Latin composition skills, culminating in writing letters to famous Romans inspired by the Italian Renaissance humanist Petrarch. N.B. This course is specifically designed for students who completed Latin II at Brophy using the Oxford Latin Course.

LATIN III FULL YEAR

Following the Oxford Latin Course Part III, this course completes Brophy’s three-part introduction to the grammar and vocabulary of classical Latin. Readings explore the complex social, political, and economic forces that led the Roman Republic to evolve into the Roman Empire, as well as flowering of literature during Augustus’s principate. After a systematic review of Latin II topics, new grammar instruction centers on becoming comfortable with complex clauses in Latin, especially those using participles and the subjunctive mood. Students will also spend a good deal of time reading modern Latin novellas designed to ease comprehension and promote fluency. N.B. This course is designed for juniors or seniors who either do not plan to take Latin 4 or do not wish to read authentic Latin literature.

HONORS LATIN III FULL YEAR - RECOMMENDATION OF TEACHER

Students who have excelled in Latin II (or its equivalent) may take this course, which also follows the Oxford Latin Course Part III, but with more rigorous expectations. Unlike Latin III, students begin reading authentic Roman literature instead of modern novellas. Namely, they read select poems by the poet Horace, the protagonist whose life they have been learning about throughout in the Oxford Latin series. This course also works on Latin composition skills through a series of short creative writing projects. N.B. This course is designed for underclassman planning to proceed to Latin 4 Honors, or juniors who wish to take on the challenge of reading authentic Latin literature during their terminal year of study.

HONORS LATIN IV FULL YEAR - RECOMMENDATION OF TEACHER

Using Latin for the New Millennium Level 3, this collegiate level course builds on the knowledge and skills taught in the first three years of Latin and seeks to instill greater appreciation for the classical world, as well as increase fluency in the Latin language. Students read authentic unadapted Latin literature throughout the year including Caesar, Cicero, Catullus, Ovid, Pliny, and Vergil. They also analyze these primary sources as works of literature, history, and/or biography to form a deeper understanding of the human condition and western civilization. In addition, students are given regular opportunities to activate their Latin via conversations tantum Latīne (only in Latin) inspired by interactive videos and reading circles.

ADVANCED LATIN STUDIES FULL YEAR - RECOMMENDATION OF TEACHER

This collegiate level course is for students who have completed either Honors Latin IV prior to their senior year. Using a myriad of Latin readings, students work independently to develop understanding of higher-level Latin works in preparation for a university course of study. The students themselves guide much of their learning and choose many of their own readings from centuries of Latin scholarship. As rigorous as AP, but with a more flexible, student-driven curriculum, students receive an AP weight to their GPA.

SPANISH I FULL YEAR

The Spanish I course offers an introduction to the Spanish language. In this course, students will experience the diverse cultures and geography of the Spanish speaking world. Students will also begin to develop a new lens through which they will be able to view the global community. Special emphasis will be given to one on one computing and how it facilitates second language acquisition in the Ignation tradition. Additionally, students will be expected to communicate about a variety of events that happened, are happening and are going to happen.

HONORS HERITAGE SPANISH FULL YEAR

This class is designed for new Brophy students who are native Spanish speakers and thus advanced in Spanish-speaking skills. Its focus is on the more technical aspects of Spanish grammar, vocabulary, and writing skills.

SPANISH II FULL YEAR

After reviewing the basics of Spanish I, this course continues the study of Spanish grammar and vocabulary. By the end of this course students will be able to express themselves in all tenses, be able to read material of greater complexity, and have a deep awareness of the customs of other cultures.

HONORS SPANISH II BY APPLICATION-FULL YEAR

Prerequisite: Proficiency Exam

The honors course is similar to Spanish II; however, the pace is faster. Students are introduced earlier to the subjunctive mood and will be expected to speak Spanish to a greater extent and show comprehension of more complex material. In addition to a solid A in Spanish I and the recommendation of the teacher, students must take a qualifying test to enroll in this class.

HONORS HERITAGE SPANISH II FULL YEAR

This course is the second-year course for native Spanish-speakers at Brophy, and is designed to prepare them to take AP Spanish Language during their third year at Brophy.

SPANISH III FULL YEAR

This course continues the development of the student's verbal and oral skills. Grammar and vocabulary are reviewed, using

texts, workbooks and classroom conversation. At this level much of the class will be conducted in Spanish.

HONORS SPANISH III BY APPLICATION-FULL YEAR

Prerequisite: Proficiency Exam

Designed for those who excelled in Honors Spanish II, this class uses college-level texts that offer challenging conversation and reading selections.

CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH BY RECOMMENDATION-FULL YEAR

Prerequisite: Spanish III and teacher recommendation

This course continues the study of vocabulary, sentence structures, and cultural awareness necessary to improve speaking and listening skills in Spanish. There is special emphasis given to fluency and accuracy in spoken Spanish.

HONORS SPANISH IV BY APPLICATION-FULL YEAR

Prerequisite: Student must have a strong recommendation from their Spanish III teacher.

The course includes a review of Spanish grammar within a content driven curriculum. The emphasis in on developing oral fluency while focusing on culture. The course investigates the twenty Spanish-speaking countries of the world, and the United States. Students also develop written skills. To be considered for Honors Spanish IV, a student must take the proficiency exam that is offered during the second semester, and have a strong recommendation from their Spanish III teacher.

AP SPANISH LANGUAGE BY APPLICATION-FULL YEAR

Prerequisite: Student must pass the proficiency exam that is offered during second semester, and have a strong recommendation from their Spanish III teacher.

This class is an elective that follows the goals of the Advanced Placement syllabus: advanced-level listening, speaking, reading and writing. After completing this course, students will be expected to understand formal and informal Spanish. Students are required to take the Spanish Language AP Exam in May.

AP SPANISH LITERATURE & CULTURE BY APPLICATION--FULL YEAR

Prerequisite: AP Spanish Language, teacher recommendation

This class is an elective that follows the goals of the Advanced Placement syllabus: immersion into Spanish literature for high-level comprehension and interpretation. Students are required to take the Spanish Literature AP Exam in May.