World Language

Spanish Traditions and Cultures

Open to: All

Prerequisite: None

Duration/Credit: 1 year/1 credit

Level: Standard

Are you interested in how people from Mexico celebrate the holidays? Want to learn about the Day of the Dead celebration? This course focuses on the traditions and cultures around the Spanish-speaking world. It explores the different celebrations and events from Spain, Mexico and many more Spanish-speaking countries.  It also teaches you basic vocabulary needed to travel and explore these exciting regions. Join us for a fun immersion into Hispanic culture and traditions. 

Spanish I

Open to: All

Prerequisite: Honors requires a teacher recommendation

Duration/Credit: 1 year/1 credit

Level: Standard or Honors

¡Bienvenidos a la clase de español! Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Modern Spanish language and the richness of its diverse culture as you learn fundamental grammar and vocabulary skills. Dive into all the unique cultural traditions and holidays celebrated all around the world. ¡Vamos!

Honors: Spanish I Honors is a faster-paced course with emphasis on communication skills, presentations, outside work and more detailed writing. Expectations and experiences that are academically, intellectually and personally challenging will be at a higher level. 

Spanish II

Open to: All

Prerequisite: Grade of 70 or better in Spanish I; Freshman and Honors requires a teacher recommendation

Duration/Credit: 1 year/1 credit

Level: Standard or Honors

¿Quieres hacer un viaje interesante? Have you ever traveled or wanted to? Master the art of crafting a story about past experiences, family trips and childhood in the Spanish language. Take a deeper dive into the Hispanic cultures and traditions while strengthening your Spanish language skills.

Honors: Spanish II Honors is a faster-paced course with emphasis on communication skills, presentations, outside work and more detailed writing. Expectations and experiences that are academically, intellectually and personally challenging will be at a higher level. 

Spanish III

Open to: Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors

Prerequisite: Spanish II; Honors requires a teacher recommendation

Duration/Credit: 1 year/1 credit

Level: Standard or Honors

¿Te interesa aprender el español? Become a more effective Spanish communicator as we explore health and fitness, beach preparation, household chores, getting around in the city, and wildlife!

Honors: Spanish III Honors is a faster-paced course with emphasis on communication skills, presentations, outside work and more detailed reading and writing. Expectations and experiences that are academically, intellectually and personally challenging will be at a higher level. 

Spanish IV

Open to: Juniors, Seniors

Prerequisite:  Spanish III  & teacher recommendation

Duration/Credit: 1 year/1 credit

Level: Standard or Honors

¿Quieres hablar de la justicia social, el calentamiento global y ser ciudadano local o global? Get ready to tackle local and global challenges in Spanish! In this class we will put ourselves in the “Asiento caliente” to discuss these topics and others as you continue to deepen and strengthen your skills.

Honors: Spanish IV Honors is a faster-paced course with emphasis on communication skills, presentations, outside work and more detailed reading and writing. Expectations and experiences that are academically, intellectually and personally challenging will be at a higher level. 

Spanish V

Open to: Juniors, Seniors

Prerequisite: Spanish IV & teacher recommendation

Duration/Credit: 1 year/1 credit

Level: Honors

Bueno, amigos…. Por fin, han llegado al nivel más avanzado de español de GHS. Vamos a hablar, leer, escuchar, escribir, cantar, y celebrar cuando ustedes hagan el examen de bialfabetismo y lo salgan bien! Así que van a tener la oportunidad de lograr el sello de Connecticut del alfabetismo. Well friends, at last you have made it to the most advanced level of Spanish offered at GHS. We will speak, read, listen, sing, and celebrate when you take and do well on your Biliteracy Exam!  Students will have the opportunity to achieve the CT Seal of Biliteracy.

CT Seal of Biliteracy

Are you proficient in Spanish? Get the credit you deserve! Take the opportunity to earn the Connecticut Seal of Biliteracy by successfully completing the AAPPL test in the spring of your Junior or Senior year. This prestigious seal will be adorned on your diploma and will also be recorded on your transcript. The CT Seal of Biliteracy test is offered to Juniors and Seniors after successful completion of Spanish I, II and III.