FRENCH 1

24102G1000

French 1 provides the essentials of basic French. Vocabulary, verbs, and basic communicative skills are some of the major focuses of the course. Daily oral practice is an important component of the course as well. Students gain an insight into the culture of France and Francophone countries by listening to music, watching films and other authentic resources which enhance reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. 

FRENCH 2

24103G1000

Prerequisite: French 1

French 2 builds upon the skills learned in French 1. The vocabulary is expanded and many new 

verb tenses are added. Reading and writing skills are also improved through cultural excerpts and fun literature selections and listening and speaking skills are enhanced through films, music and other authentic resources.

FRENCH 3 ADVANCED LEVEL (+.50 COURSE WEIGHT)

24104G1000

Prerequisite: French 2

Recommendation: 

1. A score of 25 or higher on the self-assessment rubric

2. Students who desire the challenge of pursuing college course work at the high school level.

French 3 involves a grammar review. Students expand reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills through the use of a variety of texts and media such as cultural and historical readings, magazine and newspaper articles, short stories, novels, plays, poems, songs, films and radio broadcasts. 

LATIN 1

24342G1000

This course is designed to enable students to have a foundational knowledge of both Latin vocabulary and grammar to enhance reading proficiency. It will provide students with a deeper understanding of grammar, a richer English vocabulary, as well as provide a basic understanding of Roman culture as an interpretive lens to assess our own culture. Not only will students be learning Latin, but they will simultaneously develop important skills such as problem solving and reading comprehension by interacting with the target language through reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

LATIN 2 

24343G1000

Prerequisite: Latin 1

This course is designed to develop students’ fluency in reading Latin. Many of the most influential ideas in Western civilization were passed along in Latin, and students are working towards the opportunity to access these texts in their original language. In order to do this, the fundamental grammar concepts introduced in Latin 1 will be solidified and vocabulary knowledge will be expanded. The content learned will have the added benefit to students of a more extensive vocabulary and better understanding of grammar in English. The study of Latin will be contextualized by covering Roman history, mythology, and cultural traditions.

SPANISH 1

24052G1000

In Spanish 1, the student will acquire a basic vocabulary for reading, writing, and conversation. The present tenses of verbs will be learned. Students will begin to learn about the Hispanic culture, through exploring  holiday traditions, listening to music, reading-level-appropriate materials, and learning about daily life in Hispanic countries. Students will have the opportunity to communicate with classmates in Spanish and work together to learn. 

This is a course that is offered virtually in addition to an in-person class. Students must complete the permission form and turn it in to their counselor. Teachers will communicate expectations regarding classwork and testing in the course syllabus. 

SPANISH 2

24053G1000

Prerequisite: Spanish I

Spanish 2 builds on the foundation of Spanish 1. Students will learn additional verb tenses and increase their vocabulary. Students will continue to develop their listening, writing, reading, and speaking skills. The exploration of Hispanic culture is a component of the course. This course is intended for students that will end their study of Spanish with Spanish 2.

This is a course that is offered virtually in addition to an in-person class. Students must complete the permission form and turn it in to their counselor. Teachers will communicate expectations regarding classwork and testing in the course syllabus. 

SPANISH 2 ACCELERATED

24053G10aa

Recommendation: Completion of Spanish 1 with A or B semester average

Spanish 2 Accelerated builds on the foundation of Spanish 1. Students will learn additional verb tenses and increase their vocabulary. The Accelerated course is taught at an accelerated pace allowing students to greatly improve their listening, writing, reading, and speaking skills in preparation for further Spanish study. Students engage in language exposure through listening to songs, reading Spanish 2 level appropriate books, performing skits, and collaborating with classmates to research cultural aspects of the Spanish-speaking world. This class is HIGHLY recommended for those students who will continue their language studies. 

SPANISH 3 (+.50 COURSE WEIGHT)

24054G1000

Prerequisite: Spanish 2 (Advanced Level strongly recommended)

Recommendations: 

1. A score of 25 or higher on the self-assessment rubric

2. 85% course average in Spanish 1 and 2 Advanced  

3. It is recommended that students complete Spanish 1 and Spanish 2 Advanced in a face-to-face format to be prepared for the interactive nature of this class. 

Advanced Level Spanish 3 builds on the skills developed in earlier Spanish study to prepare students for AP Spanish, IB Spanish, or additional study of Spanish at the college level. Special emphasis is placed on the skills required for communication, including intensive reading, listening, speaking, and writing practice. Grammar is reviewed and online articles and song lyrics are used as supplementary texts. We will also read two additional texts throughout the year. The class will be conducted primarily in the target language (Spanish). 

This is a course that is offered virtually in addition to an in-person class. Students must complete the permission form and turn it in to their counselor. Teachers will communicate expectations regarding classwork and testing in the course syllabus.