Half-year course College Prep ½ credit Grades 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: For students who have already met the graduation standard in World Language, as it does not count toward the WL Graduation Standard.

This course is designed as an introduction to American Sign Language (ASL).  This beginning level course will focus on students’ receptive and expressive skill development.  Students will be actively engaged in in-class recitation, individual and group practice and performance.  In addition to learning how to sign, students will also learn about the history and culture of the deaf population.  This class is recommended for students planning to pursue careers in the medical profession and related health services, or any area in which services are provided to the public.

Half-year course College Prep ½ credit Grades 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: ASL I; For students who have already met the graduation standard in World Language, as it does not count toward the WL Graduation Standard.

This course is a continuation of American Sign Language (ASL) I. In this course, students will continue to develop their receptive and expressive skills and will be actively engaged in in-class recitation, individual and group practice and performance. Students will also continue to learn about the history and culture of the deaf population. This class is recommended for students planning to pursue careers in the medical profession and related health services, or any area in which services are provided to the public.

Half-year course ½ credit 1 semester Grades 11, 12

In this project-based course students will research the culture and history behind artwork from a local museum.  Students will take on the role of docents as they work with the museum to create interactive content that can be used to teach and engage young museum visitors.  Past partnerships include the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford and the Hill-Stead Museum in Farmington.

Full-year course Advanced Placement 1 credit Grade 12

Prerequisite:  French V Honors and teacher recommendation 

AP French Language and Culture is a college level course for students who have completed the French IIIH-French VH sequence in high school. A total immersion in French allows students to integrate previous and new knowledge with the four skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing). French is spoken exclusively in the classroom. When communicating, students will demonstrate an understanding of the Francophone cultures, using the target language in real life situations. Students are expected to participate in blogs, read online magazines, and listen to French TV, podcasts and radio.  Discussion will be primarily student centered and speaking performances will be assessed through dialogues, debates, presentations and role-plays.  To prepare for the AP exam, students will take test simulations throughout the year. All students will be expected to take the AP exam in May. As a culmination to this course, students will choose an aspect of the Francophone world that is of particular interest to them to research, and then prepare an interactive presentation for the World Language Senior Showcase.

*Participation in this course will prepare students to take the AAPPL, a voluntary assessment for those in pursuit of the State of CT Seal of Biliteracy

Full-year course 1 credit Grades 11, 12

Prerequisite: Must be concurrently enrolled in Spanish V, VH, VIH, or AP Spanish

Looking to combine your love of language and your desire to help your community? This course will prepare students to serve the large Spanish-speaking community in the context of the healthcare system. Students will advance their Spanish-speaking skills in a real life setting, explore current issues in healthcare, and work to address local community needs. In addition to meeting the Capstone requirement, students will receive a certificate from Tunxis Community College through a “Spanish for Medical Professionals” online course. The course will be conducted in a mix of Spanish and English. The final product from this course will be showcased as part of each student's VOGC Exhibition of Learning.

Full-year course College Prep 1 credit               Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is designed as an introduction to the French language and the cultures of the French-speaking world. Students will begin to learn to comprehend spoken French, and to actively communicate in the language within the framework of the units taught. All four skill areas of speaking, listening, reading, and writing, as well as culture are practiced and developed. Vocabulary and grammatical concepts are strengthened through a variety of media and authentic resources. Students will enhance their communication and collaboration skills by speaking and actively listening to others within the context of French home and school life. The class will be taught primarily in French.

Full-year course Honors 1 credit               Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite:  French I (FHS or IAR)       

Students will continue to learn how to speak and write in French about themselves, their life, friends and family.  Students will also read and listen to French-speaking people as they describe their lives.  Students will add to their perspective of the peoples and cultures of the Francophone world, as they learn about daily living, housing, school, food, shopping, transportation, clothing, and about life in French-speaking countries around the world, including France and Martinique.  Students will be expected to speak French in class as they collaborate with others to explore ways to communicate in authentic interpersonal contexts.  Students will use a wide range of technology and media, and they will learn by being involved in a variety of activities.  The class will be taught primarily in French.

Full-year course Honors 1 credit               Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite:  French II Honors (FHS) or French II (IAR)       

Students will expand their ability to communicate on a wide range of topics in French focusing on four main themes: school life, health, travel and childhood. Students will learn about a variety of Francophone cultures, countries and their communication skills will improve as they actively participate in class. Grammar and vocabulary will be taught and used in cultural context while students gain proficiency in the four skills of language learning: reading, listening, writing and speaking. Meeting standard on the FLST (Farmington Language Standards Test) as part of the final exam fulfills the language graduation requirement.

Full-year course College Prep 1 credit Grades 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite:  French III Honors

Students will continue to develop the four communication skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing within the cultural context of the French speaking world.  Through the use of authentic resources, students will explore topics such as hotel and lodging, environmental issues and clothing and style as they broaden their perspective of the French speaking culture and peoples. Students will engage in authentic interpersonal communication to demonstrate their ability to use the language in everyday situations.  The class will be taught in French.

Full-year course Honors 1 credit Grades 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: French III Honors and teacher recommendation

*With teacher recommendation

In this advanced course students will more fully develop all four communication skills – listening, speaking, reading and writing – within the context of culture in the French-speaking world. Topics covered in this class are travel, professional life, personal relationships, and the environment. Students will fine tune their conversational skills through situational activities, interviews, and blogs, and they will explore authentic texts such as short stories, newspaper, magazine articles, and videos. Students will improve and develop their communication skills through a study of more advanced grammar and a review of basic structures. Students will be expected to actively participate orally in French. The class will be taught in French.

Full-year course College Prep 1 credit Grades 11, 12

Prerequisite:  French IV or IV Honors

Students will continue to focus on improving their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, along with understanding the cultural perspectives necessary to live and work in a global society. Class presentations will develop their ability to communicate on an increased practical and more spontaneous level. Topics include an in-depth study of Paris and Provence, family hospitality, traditions and celebrations in Northern Africa, and animal legends and folk-tales of French Africa. The class will be taught in French.

*Participation in this course will prepare students to take the AAPPL, a voluntary assessment for those in pursuit of the State of CT Seal of Biliteracy

Full-year course Honors 1 credit Grades 11, 12

Prerequisite:  French IV Honors and teacher recommendation   

In this advanced course, students will integrate all four skills of listening, reading, speaking and writing as well as explore linguistic and cultural differences through intense analysis and evaluation of authentic material and media. Topics explored in the course are family and heritage, materialism through the centuries, art, immigration, and current events. Within the framework of these units, students will further develop the ability to express themselves orally and in writing, using advanced grammatical structures and expanded vocabulary.  Students will be expected to actively participate in French as they prepare for college-level study of the language. The class will be taught in French.

*Participation in this course will prepare students to take the AAPPL, a voluntary assessment for those in pursuit of the State of CT Seal of Biliteracy

Full-year course Honors 1 credit Grade 12

Prerequisite:  French V or V Honors 

This course is intended for students who have completed French V or V Honors and who do not wish to take AP French their senior year. The focus will be on using the language to communicate about French culture in this advanced course. Students will explore the topics of French film, theater, fairy tales, and technology through a variety of authentic media. Students will develop the ability to participate fully in casual conversations and will have the opportunity to create and present original works to authentic audiences. Students will be creative with the language, make inquiries and provide answers about past, present and future events, and engage in sustained discussions of their opinions, while becoming more knowledgeable about the culture of the French-speaking world. As a culminating activity, students will choose an aspect of the Francophone world that is of particular interest to them to research, and then prepare an interactive presentation for the World Language Showcase. The class will be taught in French.

*Participation in this course will prepare students to take the AAPPL, a voluntary assessment for those in pursuit of the State of CT Seal of Biliteracy

Full-year course College Prep 1 credit               Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: none                                  

In this introduction to Latin, students will gain the ability to interpret simple, authentic Latin in context through mastery of Latin grammar and vocabulary. Students will also increase literacy in English through skills such as word derivation and grammatical parallels. Throughout the year, students will build understanding of ancient Roman culture and reflect on elements of modern cultures in the United States. Students will examine Latin’s influence on Spanish, French, and English. Skills from Latin class encourage students to be active lifelong learners as they permeate social studies, literature, and current issues. Students will continuously make connections to the world around them as they reflect on the lasting contribution of Latin and the Romans. 

This course is an elective and does not count toward the WL graduation requirement. 

Full-year course Honors 1 credit               Grades 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Latin I                                   

In this course, students will expand their ability to interpret written Latin, develop an understanding of Roman society, and appreciate the enduring legacy from the Ancient Romans.  This class will challenge them to analyze how the Roman world plays a role in our lives.  Students will strengthen their ability to see similarities between Roman culture and the modern world, as well as Latin and modern languages.  In order to master grammatical concepts and vocabulary in Latin, students will apply critical thinking, reasoning, and problem-solving skills to a range of materials, including Latin readings, authentic historical documents, and short passages from Roman authors.  The primary goal will be to understand written Latin for communication and cultural significance, through fundamental reading skills that apply across disciplines.

This course is an elective and does not count toward the WL graduation requirement.

Full-year course Honors 1 credit Grades 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Latin II Honors                                                                                

This course is intended for students who have successfully completed Latin II Honors.  Students will continue to build mastery of Latin vocabulary and grammar, as they explore the multifaceted history of Ancient Rome.  Students will apply critical thinking, reasoning, and problem-solving skills to authentic Latin texts from canonical Roman authors.  In these texts they will grasp complex grammatical forms and unique Roman themes.  Students will strengthen their ability to see similarities between Roman culture and the modern world, as well as Latin and modern languages.  The primary goal will be to understand written Latin for communication and cultural significance, through fundamental reading skills that apply across disciplines.

This course is an elective and does not count toward the WL graduation requirement.

Full-year course Honors 1 credit Grades 11, 12

Prerequisite: Latin III Honors                                                                                

This course aims to apply skills of text analysis to authentic yet accessible Latin passages. Students will spend the year studying a variety of Roman poets and their work. Students will regularly interpret, read, and translate their poems. Students will discuss how events in Rome during the authors' lives led to their perspectives, and consider similarities to and differences between English and Latin poetry. Students will learn and identify elements of the authors' particular Latin writing styles. Finally, they will be asked to use the readings and knowledge for a variety of purposes: to analyze authors' goals, to put the works in context of Roman society, and to describe how the passages interact with the author's specific genre. Students will grow in their knowledge of vocabulary and grammatical concepts as mastery of them is required for comprehending the latin.

This course is an elective and does not count toward the WL graduation requirement.

Full year course Honors/ Early College Experience 1 credit Grade 12

Prerequisite: Latin IV Honors                                                                                

This course is for students who have successfully completed the Latin IIH-Latin IVH sequence.  Students will continue to apply the skills of text analysis to authentic Latin works.  Students will spend the year studying a variety of Roman poets and their work.  Students will regularly interpret, read, and translate their poems.  Students will discuss how events in Rome during the authors’ lives led to their perspectives, and consider similarities to and differences between English and Latin poetry.  Students will learn and identify elements of the authors’ particular Latin writing styles.  Finally, they will be asked to use the readings and knowledge for a variety of purposes:  to analyze authors’ goals, to put the works in context of Roman society, and to describe how the passages interact with the author’s specific genre.  As a culminating activity, students will choose an aspect of the language and culture that is of particular interest to them to research, and then prepare an interactive presentation for the World Language Showcase.

This course is an elective and does not count toward the WL graduation requirement.

Full-year course Advanced Placement 1 credit Grade 12

Prerequisites:  Spanish V Honors and teacher recommendation                                               

AP Spanish Language and Culture is a college level course for students who have successfully completed the Spanish III H - Spanish V H sequence. In AP Spanish, students will be immersed in the Spanish language and will acquire additional vocabulary and a deeper understanding of the complex grammatical structures and verb tenses in order to improve listening, reading, writing and speaking skills. Students will explore the cultures of different Spanish-speaking societies and will compare these to their own in the context of six main themes: personal and public identities, families and communities, beauty and aesthetics, science and technology, global challenges, and contemporary life. Authentic target language materials such as newspapers, songs, websites, works of art, videos, essays, and pieces of literature are used to facilitate class discussions, debates, role-plays, presentations, and essay writing. Students will work collaboratively to use critical thinking, reasoning, and problem-solving skills in order to communicate in another language to meet the challenges of global citizenship in the 21st century. To prepare for the AP exam, students will complete a variety of test simulations throughout the year. All students are expected to take the Advanced Placement exam in May. As a culmination to this course, students will choose an aspect of the Spanish-speaking world that is of particular interest to them to research, and then prepare an interactive presentation for the World Language Showcase.

*Participation in this course will prepare students to take the AAPPL, a voluntary assessment for those in pursuit of the State of CT Seal of Biliteracy

Full-year course College Prep 1 credit               Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

This course is designed as an introduction to the Spanish language and the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Students will begin to comprehend spoken Spanish and to actively communicate in the language within the framework of the units taught. All four skill areas (speaking, listening, reading, writing) are practiced and developed. Vocabulary and grammatical concepts are strengthened through a variety of media and authentic resources. Students will enhance their language skills by working with others to communicate about home and school life, as they begin to develop a perspective of the Spanish-speaking peoples and cultures. The class will be taught primarily in Spanish.

Full-year course Honors 1 credit               Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite:  Spanish II-B (IAR) or Spanish I

In this course students will continue to enhance their ability to listen, read, speak, and write the language in the cultural contexts of places in the community, celebrations, food and restaurants, and shopping.  Students will work collaboratively to use critical thinking, reasoning, and problem-solving skills in order to communicate in another language to meet the challenges of global citizenship in the 21st century.  The class will be taught primarily in Spanish.

Full-year course Honors 1 credit               Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Prerequisites:  Spanish II B (IAR) or Spanish II Honors

The purpose of the course is to build upon grammar and vocabulary concepts learned in previous Spanish classes. Students will continue to enhance their ability to listen, read, speak, and write the language in the cultural contexts of school life, healthy lifestyles, travel, and childhood experiences. Through the use of authentic resources, they will develop their language skills and cultural competencies to increase proficiency in interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational communication. This course will be taught primarily in Spanish.  Meeting standard on the FLST (Farmington Language Standards Test) as part of the final exam fulfills the language graduation requirement.

Full-year course College Prep 1 credit Grades 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite: Spanish III Honors

Students will continue to develop the four skill areas of speaking, listening, reading, and writing through cultural exploration. Students will explore authentic texts to learn about dining etiquette in the Spanish-American world, Latin American art, music, and dance, choices in life, and the environment. The resources provided will help them improve their skills in both personal and practical conversational activities. The class will be taught in Spanish.

Full-year course Honors 1 credit Grades 10, 11, 12

Prerequisites:  Spanish III Honors and Teacher recommendation

In this advanced course, students will be immersed in the Spanish language as they continue to develop all four skills of listening, reading, speaking and writing, as well as investigate linguistic and cultural differences between Spanish-speaking communities and their own community. Authentic target language materials such as newspaper articles, songs, websites, works of art, videos, essays, and short stories are used to facilitate class discussions, debates, role-plays, presentations, and essay writing. Students will explore the topics of interpersonal relationships, technology, food, weddings, houses, the environment, and historical perspectives. Within the framework of these units, students will further develop the ability to express themselves orally and in writing through an intense study and application of advanced grammatical structures and expanded vocabulary. This class will be taught in Spanish.

Full-year course College Prep 1 credit Grades 11, 12

Prerequisite:  Spanish IV or IV Honors      

Students will continue to focus on communication within the context of culture by developing their listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, along with acquiring the cultural perspectives necessary to live and work in a global society. Students will develop their ability to communicate with increasing fluency and spontaneity. Through the use of authentic materials such as movies, articles, songs, and short videos, students will explore the topics of stereotypes and cultural perspectives, transportation and travel, community service in Spanish-speaking countries, professions, and immigration. The class will be taught in Spanish.

*Participation in this course will prepare students to take the AAPPL, a voluntary assessment for those in pursuit of the State of CT Seal of Biliteracy

Full-year course Honors 1 credit Grades 11, 12

Prerequisites:  Spanish IV Honors and teacher recommendation                                             

In this advanced course, students will integrate all four skills of listening, reading, speaking and writing as well as explore linguistic and cultural differences through intense analysis and evaluation of authentic material and media. Within the thematic contexts of stereotypes, family and community, and human rights, students will further develop the ability to express themselves orally and in writing, using advanced grammatical structures and expanded vocabulary. Students will be expected to actively participate in Spanish as they prepare for college-level study of the language in AP Spanish. The class will be taught in Spanish.

*Participation in this course will prepare students to take the AAPPL, a voluntary assessment for those in pursuit of the State of CT Seal of Biliteracy

Full-year course Honors 1 credit Grade 12

Prerequisite:  Spanish V or V Honors                         

This course is intended for students who have completed Spanish V or VH and who do not wish to take AP Spanish in their senior year. The focus of this advanced course will be on using the language for practical purposes. Topics include interpersonal relationships, careers, and music and dance. Current events are also studied through a variety of authentic media. Students will have opportunities to be creative with the language as they develop the ability to express themselves fully in casual conversations. Students will engage in sustained discussions of their opinions, while becoming more knowledgeable about the current status of the Spanish-speaking world. As a culmination to this course, they will choose an aspect of the Spanish speaking world that is of particular interest to them to research, and then prepare an interactive presentation for the World Language Showcase. The class will be taught in Spanish.

*Participation in this course will prepare students to take the AAPPL, a voluntary assessment for those in pursuit of the State of CT Seal of Biliteracy