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In today’s global society, learning another language is both a doorway into another culture, as well as an important key in the future world of work. When you learn how other people speak, you also learn how and what they think. Learning a World Language is more important than ever before.
Recommended for Graduation
Two to three consecutive credits in a World Language is recommended for all students. Although H-DHS does not require World Language for graduation, most four-year colleges require at least two years of a World Language for admission.
French I
French I
500 - French I Full Year 1 credit
French I is an introduction to the French language and Francophone cultures around the world. French grammar and vocabulary will be introduced and practiced through a variety of contexts. Self-expression is emphasized in written and conversational French activities while interpretive skills are developed for both listening and reading modes of communication.
French II
French II
501 - French II Full Year 1 credit
Prerequisite: French I and teacher recommendation
French II is a continuation of the French language and Francophone cultural foundations introduced in French I. Students will enrich their vocabulary while also delving deeper into more complex grammatical structures and verb tenses. An increase in classroom communication in French is emphasized at this level.
Advanced French
Advanced French
510 - Advanced French Full Year 1 credit
Prerequisite: French II and teacher recommendation
Advanced French is a continuation of the French language curriculum. It will be using the language skills that were obtained through French II with additional vocabulary acquisition. As students gain more confidence in using a variety of tenses, they will begin to apply their knowledge of French and the Francophone world to cultural studies. Authentic and unscripted use of the language will be encouraged as this class is conducted primarily in French. This class may be taken twice as an additional credit, as the curriculum changes from year to year.
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