Latin

Latin I

(Enrollment Based)

Course No. FLL1A

Semesters: 2 Credits: 1

Prerequisite: None

Latin I is the study of the language, the culture, and the attitude of the Roman Empire. Students study basic grammar and learn the essential elements of Latin pronunciation, as well as build a comprehensive and practical vocabulary through the use of Latin roots, terms, prefixes, suffixes, and phrases. Points of grammar and syntax are developed through the study of literary passages on topics such as the mythology, history, government, geography, and culture of the Romans.

Latin II Advanced (formerly known as Pre-AP Latin II)

(Enrollment Based)

Course No. FLL2QA

Semesters: 2 Credits: 1

Prerequisite: Latin I

Students learn additional vocabulary and new points of grammar and syntax in order to read more complex sentences and paragraphs. Roman life and Rome's contribution to our civilization and language will be studied. There is an additional emphasis on the study of Roman mythology.

Latin III Advanced (formerly known as Pre-AP Latin III)

(Enrollment Based)

Course No. FLL3QA

Semesters: 2 Credits: 1

Prerequisite: Advanced Latin II

The content of this course will be accelerated and expanded to include an extensive study of grammar and advanced vocabulary so that students may communicate in different time frames, and at a higher, more complex level. This course is designed for those students planning to continue their language study and/or prepare for the Advanced Placement Exam.

AP Latin IV

(Enrollment Based)

Course No. FLL4PA

Semesters: 2 Credits: 1

Prerequisite: Advanced Latin III

Students will study the literary techniques used by Roman authors such as Livy, Cicero, Martial, Ovid and Vergil. Works will be analyzed for content, style, and connotation of words. Students will study the life and times of Julius Caesar, as well as additional authors, including the early part of the Empire. In addition to translating works by the above authors, students will also read works by several Roman authors in translation in order to give them a well-rounded knowledge of Latin literature. Students will be refining their ability to read, understand, and interpret Latin prose and poetry related to the readings of Vergil and Julius Caesar. This course is designed to refine Latin skills, focusing on Advanced Placement strategies.

College Board Course Description

Latin Cultural and Linguistic Topics (INDEPENDENT STUDY)

(Enrollment Based)

Course No. FLL5PA

Semesters: 2 Credits: 1

Prerequisite: AP Latin IV

(AP Weighted Credit) This is an independent study course. Students will explore appropriate instructor-approved topics in Latin.