1. Traditional / in person (default enrollment model for students)- is the face to face model that most students participate in.  In the traditional model students attend school all day face to face with their classroom teachers and peers. Students will be issued a device (chromebook) to use in classes and to take home each evening.
   
   

2. Virtual (option for students that qualify) - Mustang Virtual Academy (MVA) offers students the opportunity to complete all coursework through the online platform Edgenuity (with Canvas). Students must provide their own internet connectivity and may use a personal device or check out a school-provided device if available. In this Virtual Learning Program, students complete 100% of their coursework in a virtual setting off-campus, with instruction directed by a certified teacher. Assistance is available upon request, and participation requires a minimum commitment of one semester.

MVA relies on the support of adults at home and within the online classroom environment to ensure student success. The program is designed to help students maintain pace with the current MPS scope and sequence, develop a love of learning, and build essential academic and social-emotional skills. Through this structured Virtual Academy, students work toward becoming future-ready, with open communication between teachers, students, and parents being a priority.

Success in this program depends heavily on the student’s ability to stay self-motivated and productive without direct supervision. Edgenuity tracks the amount of productive time each student spends on coursework. If your student may struggle to log in consistently and dedicate adequate time each day to their learning, this program may not be a good fit. Students will also need to come on campus to complete State-mandated assessments (OSTP) in late spring and the STAR assessment three times per year.

All 7th and 8th grade students will take

 Core courses

 ● Students enroll in the four content areas and all the courses are full year long courses. 

   ○ ELA (2 classes)

   ○ Math (1 class) 

   ○ Science (1 class) 

   ○ Social Studies (1 class) 

● Accelerated Placement Enrollment Information

   ○ Accelerated courses are academically advanced courses designed to challenge motivated students to understand rigorous content. 

   ○ The coursework requires students to engage in independent and analytical assignments and to complete a substantial amount of work outside of class. 

   ○ Accelerated middle school courses are designed to prepare students for high school Accelerated and AP courses. AP courses are college-level courses taught in a high school setting.

   ○ Students who experience success in Accelerated courses typically exhibit the following personal and academic characteristics:

          ■ Reading on or above grade level

          ■ Strong study skills and self-motivation

          ■ Proficient oral and written communication skills

          ■ Self-discipline to plan, organize, and carry out tasks to completion

          ■ Interest and self-directedness in a particular subject 

   ○ Students are not expected to enroll in Accelerated courses in all core subject areas. Students are encouraged to take Accelerated courses that are appropriate to their interests and academic strengths. The number of Accelerated courses varies with students’ motivation, self-discipline, and available time outside of class.

 Elective courses 

    ● Students enroll in electives for 2 class periods. Most electives are one 9-weeks long, but a few are semester (=two 9-weeks) or year long (=four 9-weeks) classes. The combination chosen will total eight 9-weeks.

      ○ Examples:

            ■ Student A takes band (year long) & year long choir. No other electives needed because all elective requirements are met. 

            ■ Student B takes band (year long), semester choir, and two 9-weeks electives.

            ■ Student C takes eight 9-weeks classes.

            ■ Student D takes semester choir and six 9-weeks classes. 2 

● For Classes Requiring a Selection Process

      ○ These classes do not appear on the enrollment forms. Auditions/applications for these classes take place later in the spring prior to next school year. If selected, some of the students' original elective choices are replaced by the class(es) he/she is selected for. 

     ○ Classes this applies to: 

           ■ Play Production 

           ■ Competitive Robotics 

           ■ W.E.B. 

           ■ Auditioned Choirs (Concert Chorale, Bella Voce)

  ■ Band

     ○ Additional elective course information

           ■ Students not demonstrating proficiency in ELA and Math will have one or more 9-weeks elective classes replaced by a Skill Building Class to help the student further develop necessary critical academic skills. 

           ■ If you enroll in Choir, choose the year-long OR semester-long class, you cannot choose both.

           ■ As an 8th grader, you can choose to take both Band and year-long Choir.

           ■ Quarter-long classes do not need to be chosen if a student’s electives are fulfilled with Band and/or choir classes. Only Alternative Electives would need to be chosen. 

           ■ When choosing ALTERNATE ELECTIVES, make course selections that ARE DIFFERENT than your top choices.

7 ELA: In grade 7, students participate in discussions, making their ideas and reasoning clear to their listeners and recognizing the contributions of group members. Students paraphrase longer pieces of text and revise with coherence in mind. Students demonstrate an emerging sophistication in their ability to read challenging, complex texts closely in order to cite multiple instances of specific evidence to support their assertions. By the end of grade 7, students should be able to recognize the effect of setting, plot, and characters on the theme and mood of a text. Their vocabulary has developed to the point that they can distinguish between denotative and connotative meanings and use their knowledge of Greek roots to determine the meanings of words. Students gain the ability to write compound-complex sentences, the most advanced sentence structure, which they can use in narrative, informative, and argumentative modes. In research, students determine not only the relevance and reliability of sources but also the validity. They continue to consume, critique, and create multimodal content. Students play with modes and genres while writing independently and explore genres while reading independently.

Grade: 7                                Length of course: year                                   Prerequisite: No 

8 ELA: In grade 8, students continue to refine their listening and speaking skills, giving formal and informal presentations. They summarize texts on similar topics and revise for word choice and sentence variety. Grade 8 students analyze complex nonfiction texts and works of literature by reading closely and uncovering evidence to use in their own writing. At this level, students can now determine how literary elements and devices impact a text’s tone, and they acknowledge counterclaims in their argumentative essays. They can also assess whether a claim is substantiated. Students develop a rich vocabulary of academic words, which they use to speak and write with more precision. As their language skills expand, they begin to recognize active and passive voice and correct misplaced and dangling modifiers as well as use verbals to create clarity and add variety to their writing. Students use direct quotes, summaries, and now paraphrases in their research papers and projects. They continue to create and critique multimodal content and broaden their independent reading and writing horizons.

Grade: 8                              Length of course: Year                                         Prerequisite: No 

Accelerated ELA: Accelerated courses in 7th and 8th grades are intended to transition students to AP courses in high school.  Students will receive a more intensive course of study through all elements of language arts while focusing on expanding creativity.  While taking this course does not mean more work during the school year, it does require more dedication from students as teachers seek to implement higher-level thinking.  Furthermore, teachers will develop meticulous coursework that appropriately challenges gifted learners.

Grade: 7                             Length of course: Year                                         Prerequisite: No 

Grade: 8                              Length of course: Year                                         Prerequisite: No 

7 Math: The 7th-grade curriculum places a significant focus on the idea of proportionality and how it relates to rational numbers, rates of change, geometric shapes, and probability—discovering algebraic formulas for 2D and 3D shapes and developing procedures for solving equations and inequalities by making and testing conjectures aides students in making sense of how mathematics applies to real life. Building operational fluency of integers and rational numbers allows students to ensure reasonableness of solutions when using technological tools like calculators. An emphasis on designing experiments, collecting data, and making predictions for concepts such as measures of central tendency, scale representations, and probability becomes apparent in 7th grade. Students assess data represented algebraically, graphically, numerically, and verbally for functionality, usefulness, and efficiency.

Grade: 7                                                  Length of course: year                            Prerequisite: No 

Pre-Algebra: In Pre-Algebra, students will focus primarily on Algebraic Reasoning, centered around linear functions and rate of change as modeled in real-world and mathematical situations, which prepares students for Algebra I. Emphasis should be focused on justifying steps used in solving equations and inequalities, implementing a variety of methods to represent their solutions within context, and checking work using substitution, graphing, and estimation. In addition, students should develop skills to fluently calculate and apply to one and two-variable equations, including the geometric formulas used in Surface Area, Volume, and Pythagorean Theorem. 

Grade: 8                                                 Length of course: year                            Prerequisite: No 

Accelerated Algebra I:  The mathematics learning experience in Algebra 1 will build on their understanding of linear equations with one variable and linear functions from Pre-Algebra. Students in this course deepen their knowledge of multiple representations of data and situations. They will develop mathematical reasoning by using symbolic and visual representations including graphs, tables, verbal or written statements, and algebraic equations to solve and communicate solutions in real-world situations. Algebra 1 is the high school equivalent course to prepare students for Geometry and Algebra 2 concepts. Student’s course grade for Accelerated Algebra 1 will be reflected on their high school transcript. Beginning in the 2025-2026 school year, the credit they receive will count towards their four high school math requirements. 

Grade: 8                                                 Length of course: year                             Prerequisite: must qualify 

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7 Science: In 7th grade science, students build on prior knowledge to deepen their understanding of key scientific concepts. They develop models to illustrate how molecules, composed of different types of atoms, can rearrange during chemical reactions to form new molecules with unique properties. Students construct and interpret data models to explain the relationships between kinetic energy, mass, and an object’s speed, as well as create evidence-based arguments about how energy transfers affect an object’s kinetic energy. They explore photosynthesis and cellular respiration through models that show how these processes cycle matter and transfer energy in organisms. Additionally, students analyze data to understand how resource availability impacts populations within ecosystems and design methods to track and reduce human environmental impact.

Grade: 7                                            Length of course: year                                        Prerequisite: No 

8 Science: Students expand on prior knowledge in 8th grade science to explore advanced scientific concepts and processes. They design solutions to problems involving the motion of colliding objects and conduct investigations to provide evidence of forces acting between objects even without contact. Students use scientific and technical information to explain the reliability of digital signals for encoding and transmitting information. They develop models to illustrate Earth-Moon-Sun relationships, focusing on gravity’s role in solar system motion. Additionally, students examine structural changes to traits, evaluating their impact as harmful, beneficial, or neutral, and analyze how genetic variations can increase the likelihood of survival and reproduction in specific environments. By interpreting fossil record data, students identify patterns of existence, diversity, extinction, and the evolution of life throughout Earth’s history. 

 Grade: 8                                                Length of course: year                                  Prerequisite: No 

Accelerated Science: Accelerated science classes provide a more challenging curriculum than regular science courses, designed to prepare students for high school Accelerated and AP courses as well as future college studies. These courses cover all three domains of science—Physical, Life, and Earth and Space—approaching each core idea three-dimensionally by integrating science and engineering practices while exploring how concepts connect across disciplines. Through student-engaged scientific inquiry, the coursework strengthens understanding of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) and its relevance to everyday life. Accelerated classes include more rigorous assignments and assessments, encouraging students to view science as both a dynamic body of knowledge and an evidence-based model that evolves through continuous refinement and discovery.

Grade: 7                                           Length of course: year                                       Prerequisite: No 

Grade: 8                                           Length of course: year                                       Prerequisite: No 

7 Social Studies: In the seventh grade, students continue their focus on world geography, which includes the interrelated components of skills and content knowledge, both of which are necessary to being geographically informed citizens. Students will use geographic knowledge as a tool for understanding the concepts of economics and the impact of recent history on contemporary events. Students will also focus on spatial patterns of human and physical characteristics of the world and its people. They will explore how these patterns form, change over time, and relate to one another in the Eastern Hemisphere. For practical purposes, the Eastern Hemisphere is treated as the areas of Africa, Asia, Europe, Australia, and Oceania. In addition to the regular geography curriculum, the students will begin to develop an understanding of primary and secondary sources pertaining to the subjects covered in class. 

Grade: 7                                       Length of course: year                                     Prerequisite: No

8 History: In the eighth grade, the course of study focuses on United States History and Civics from the beginnings of the American Revolution through the Civil War and Reconstruction Era. Students will describe and analyze the primary causes, key events, and influential personalities of historical turning points in our nation's early history. Students will also examine in greater depth the factors, documents, and political ideas that led to the formation of the United States government.

 Grade: 8                                      Length of course: year                                     Prerequisite: No 

Accelerated:  Accelerated 7th and 8th-grade social studies courses are designed to prepare students for high school Accelerated and AP Social Studies classes. These courses challenge students to think critically and analytically, fostering a deeper understanding of historical and social concepts. Coursework requires a greater depth of knowledge and higher-level thinking, with students expected to engage in advanced analysis and discussion throughout the year. Additionally, these courses may include outside reading assignments and projects to further enrich the learning experience.

Grade: 7                                       Length of course: year                                    Prerequisite: No 

Grade: 8                                       Length of course: year                                    Prerequisite: No 

Introduction to Computer Applications (Required for 7th grade): This class teaches basic computer fundamentals, proper typing technique and explores uses and functionality of Microsoft Office and Google Drive. 

Grade: 7                                                  Length of course: 9 weeks                         Prerequisite: No

Computer Applications: This advanced class reviews the basic computer fundamentals and proper typing technique. Students will continue to progress in their knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Drive.

Grade: 8                                                  Length of course: 9 weeks                          Prerequisite: No 

Automation and Robotics: Students trace the history, development, and influence of automation and robotics as they learn about mechanical systems, energy transfer, machine automation, and computer control systems. Students use the VEX Robotics® platform to design, build, and robots. 

Grade: 7&8                                            Length of course: semester                        Prerequisite: No

Design and Modeling: Students apply the design process to solve problems and understand the influence of creativity and innovation in their lives. Using design software, students create a virtual image of their designs. 

Grade: 7&8                                             Length of course: semester                       Prerequisite: No 

Flight and Space: Students explore the history and science behind aeronautics and use their knowledge to design, build, and test different forms of flight technology including drones. Simulation software also allows students to design and test different aeronautical designs such as balsa gliders. 

Grade: 7&8                                            Length of course: semester                       Prerequisite: No 

STEM/Robotics: This course will allow students to delve deeper into research and hands-on activities involving Robotics and technology used in the real world. Students will also be able to spend more time preparing for robotics competitions. This course is initially a 9 week course, but can be extended into a semester long course with acceptance to a competitive robotics team.

Grade: 7&8                                   Length of course: 9 weeks or semester            Prerequisite: No

STEM/Coding: Computational thinking is a valuable life skill, and this course can help inspire students to learn programming languages as well as problem solving skills. 

Grade: 7&8                                   Length of course: 9 weeks                                  Prerequisite: No 9

STEM/Advanced Coding: This course is for students that plan to pursue a career path in IT or computer science, as this class will challenge and prepare the students for the future. 

Grade: 7&8                                            Length of course: 9 weeks                         Prerequisite: No

Art I: Two and three dimensional art production are included in this course. Basic design drawing, painting, and sculpture techniques will be explored. A concentration on the principles and elements of design, incorporated with art history, will be integrated into various art projects throughout the course.

 Grade: 7&8                                             Length of course: 9 weeks                         Prerequisite: No

Art II: This advanced art class expands upon the elements of art and the principles of design with continued exploration of basic art media and techniques, such as drawing, painting, graphic design, photography, ceramics, collage, printmaking and sculpture. This course is designed for the highly motivated art student and will consist of more in-depth study of art criticism, aesthetics, and art history. Students will develop an ability to talk about their work and the work of others in classroom critiques. Students will also have many opportunities to explore careers in the arts, as well as showcase their artwork in the community.  Students are required to provide a sketchbook. 

Grade: 8                                                  Length of course: semester                          Prerequisite: Art 1

Concert Band: Students are placed in this course via audition or instructor recommendation where they will continue study on an instrument at a novice to intermediate level. Class configurations may include full ensemble experiences and/or study within instrument families (brass, woodwind, percussion). In some cases, students may be enrolled in either concert brass, concert woodwinds, or concert percussion classes. Students in these classes are combined to form a full band for performances. Students in Concert Band will participate with bands at limited athletic events, perform a minimum of two concerts per year, and participate in an adjudicated instrumental large ensemble performance festival. Students also have opportunities to participate in honor ensemble auditions, solo, and chamber ensemble events. Families are required to supply performance attire and fees may be required for elective events. 

Grade: 7&8     Length of course: year      Prerequisite: Successful completion of band in the prior school year, audition or instructor approval 

Symphonic Band: Students are placed in this course via audition or instructor recommendation where they will continue study on an instrument at an intermediate to proficient level. Class configurations may include full ensemble experiences and/or study within instrument families (brass, woodwind, percussion). In some cases, students may be enrolled in either symphonic  brass, symphonic woodwinds, or symphonic  percussion classes.  Students in these classes are combined to form a full band for performances. Students in Symphonic Band will participate with bands at limited athletic events, perform a minimum of two concerts per year, and participate in an adjudicated instrumental large ensemble performance festival.  Students are encouraged to participate in honor ensemble auditions, solo, and chamber ensemble events. Families are required to supply performance attire and fees may be required for elective events.

Grade: 7&8                  Length of course: year             Prerequisite: Successful completion of band in the prior school year, audition or instructor approval 

 Wind Ensemble: Students are placed in this course via audition or instructor recommendation where they will continue study on an instrument at a proficient to advanced level. This class will meet as a full ensemble everyday. Students in Wind Ensemble will participate with bands at limited athletic events, perform a minimum of two concerts per year, and participate in an adjudicated instrumental large ensemble performance festival. Students are expected to participate in honor ensemble auditions, solo, and chamber ensemble events. Families are required to supply performance attire and fees may be required for elective events. 

Grade: 7&8            Length of course: year               Prerequisite: Successful completion of  band in the prior school year, audition or instructor approval 

Concert Chorale: Students are placed in this course via audition or instructor recommendation. This choir for mixed voices will focus on advanced vocal technique, sight-reading, and music theory. A variety of musical styles will be explored.  Students will participate in concerts, and have the opportunity to audition for contests and music festivals. Fees are attached to this class for uniforms, and potential musical opportunities outside of the classroom. This class may be taken for a semester or a year.

 Grade: 7&8                              Length of course: semester or year            Prerequisite: by audition 

Bella Voce: Students are placed in this course via audition or instructor recommendation. This choir of students who perform in treble vocal ranges (soprano, alto) will focus on proficient to advanced vocal technique, sight-reading, and music theory. A variety of musical styles will be explored.  Students will participate in concerts, and have the opportunity to audition for contests and music festivals. Fees are attached to this class for uniforms, and potential musical opportunities outside of the classroom. This class may be taken for a semester or a year. 

Grade: 7&8                               Length of course: semester or year            Prerequisite: by audition

Cantus: This non-auditioned choir is open to all students who perform in tenor and bass vocal ranges and will concentrate on fundamental vocal technique, sight-reading, and music theory at the novice to proficient level.. A variety of musical styles will be explored.  Students will participate in concerts, and have the opportunity to participate in contests and music festivals. Fees are attached to this class for uniforms, and potential musical opportunities outside of the classroom. This class may be taken for a semester or a year. 

Grade: 7&8                              Length of course: semester or year                    Prerequisite: No 

7th grade Treble Choir: This non-auditioned choir is open to all 7th grade students who perform in treble vocal ranges (soprano, alto) and  will concentrate on fundamental vocal technique, sight-reading, and music theory at the novice to proficient level. A variety of musical styles will be explored.  Students will participate in concerts, and have the opportunity to participate in contests and music festivals. Fees are attached to this class for uniforms, and potential musical opportunities outside of the classroom. This class may be taken for a semester or a year. 

Grade: 7                                   Length of course: semester or year                    Prerequisite: No 

8th grade Treble Choir: This non-auditioned choir is open to all 8th grade students who perform in treble vocal ranges (soprano, alto)and will concentrate on fundamental vocal technique, sight-reading, and music theory at the novice to proficient level. A variety of musical styles will be explored.  Students will participate in concerts, and have the opportunity to participate in contests and music festivals. Fees are attached to this class for uniforms, and potential musical opportunities outside of the classroom. This class may be taken for a semester or a year. 

Grade: 8                                  Length of course: semester or year                     Prerequisite: No 

Beginning Theatre: This is a performance-based, foundation-building class open to all students. . Students will progress from group presentations to individual performances while learning terminology at the novice level. Coursework may involve pantomime, warm-ups, scenes, monologues, script writing, character analysis, improvisation, stage presentation techniques, memorizing lines, and applying audience etiquette. Emphasis on team-building, interpersonal skills, problem-solving, conflict-resolution, presentation skills, and audience etiquette. Great confidence and skill-set booster for ANYONE, regardless of professional pursuits.  This course may require afternoon and/or evening event participation for performances.

Grade: 7&8                             Length of course: 9 weeks                                     Prerequisite: No 

Intermediate Theatre: This is a hands-on, performance-based class building upon the concepts and practices of Beginning Theatre to advance students’ skills and understandings to intermediate or proficient levels. Students will participate in script writing, stage design, monologues, scenes, character analysis, and limited technical theatre. Additionally, students will perform scenes for a live audience and continue to develop improvisational skills, activities, and focus activities for performers. This course will require afternoon and/or evening event participation for performances.

Grade: 7&8        Length of course: 9 weeks          Prerequisite: Beginning Theater (can be taken in the same year) 

Play Production:  Students are placed in this course via audition or instructor recommendation. This course applies  all aspects of Beginning and Intermediate Theatre by spending 6-7 weeks producing a play. The play will allow the students to incorporate their knowledge in varied aspects of technical theatre, publicity/advertisement, and performing art skills at advanced levels.. There will also be an introduction into speech and competitive theatre with the possibilities of attending OSSAA Novice competitions in collaboration with the high school Theatre students. This course will require afternoon  and/or evening event participation for performances.

Grade: 7&8                            Length of course: Semester                       Prerequisite: Beginning or Intermediate Theatre. Audition and instructor approval required.   

Outdoor Education (with Archery): Students will be introduced to a variety of lifelong outdoor skills and activities. Programs that may be included in the course consist of Oklahoma Fishing in the Schools, National Archery in the Schools Program, Exploring Bow Hunting, Explore Bowfishing, boater safety, and hunter education. Students will have the opportunity to develop their physical skills in new and challenging situations as well as exercise important social skills such as teamwork and leadership. This is a high-interest class that complements similar programs at the elementary and high school levels. 

Grade: 7&8                                          Length of course: 9 weeks                            Prerequisite: No

PE: The middle school physical education program’s purpose is primarily to equip students to develop the desire, knowledge, and skills to be engaging in regular lifelong physical fitness.The program has two primary focal points. The first is to equip students with levels of strength, agility, and motor skills to participate in lifelong activities. The second focal point is to equip students with knowledge to participate, monitor and manage their own health fitness levels. Students will have the opportunity to participate in team sports which may include: basketball, Bronco Ball, bucket ball, flag football, floor hockey, kickball, pickleball, soccer, softball, team handball, ultimate Frisbee, and volleyball.. Students may also engage in individual sports and activities such as badminton, bowling, disc golf, table tennis, and track/field events. Students will engage in activities that help develop attitudes and behaviors that will assist in their ability to be contributors to their social constructs. 

Grade: 7&8                                         Length of course: 9 weeks                            Prerequisite: No 

Strength and Conditioning: This course will provide an opportunity for the development of strength and conditioning for various sports and fitness related activities. The activities in this course will be focused on the middle school athlete. Free weights, exercise machines and conditioning activities will be incorporated to promote improvement in strength, endurance, balance, agility, and speed. Proper technique, safety precautions and proper application of the Principles of Training will be emphasized. A plan to achieve goals will be developed and implemented. 

Grade: 7&8                                           Length of course: 9 weeks                          Prerequisite: No 

7/8 PE/Wrestling: Due to construction at MHS involving the wrestling practice facilities, wrestling practices currently take place at MHS before school during Q2 and Q3. Wrestlers are then bussed back to their middle school each morning in time for 2nd hour classes. As a result, wrestlers MUST choose “7/8 PE/Wrestling” as one of their elective choices in the “Semester Electives” section. By doing so, the wrestling class will already be built into their year long schedule from the beginning of the year, eliminating the possibility of schedule changes needing to be made during the school year. 

Grade: 7&8                                           Length of course: Q2 & Q3                      Prerequisite: No 

Bronco 101 (Required for 7th grade): Is designed to help students develop life skills in critical thinking, decision-making, communications, managing feelings, stress management, time management, and goal setting. It will also help students adapt to middle school and learn effective strategies to help ensure success in their upcoming school years. 

Grade: 7                                       Length of course: 9 weeks                                  Prerequisite: No 

Skills for Living: This 9-week elective course introduces the student to practical skills needed for everyday life. The two major units of study are Foods/Nutrition and Sewing. Students will prepare several recipes and will complete a project using the sewing machine. 

Grade: 7&8                                 Length of course: 9 weeks                                   Prerequisite: No 

Spanish I (Required for 7th grade) open to 8th grade who did not take Spanish I as a 7th grader. This course builds on vocabulary and grammar acquired in the 5th and 6th grade Spanish classes, and serves as a foundation for introductory high school level courses. Some of the primary topics/units include the following; basic greetings and closures, weather, numbers, countries and capitals of Central and South America, personal hobbies, expressing likes and dislikes, and conjugating verbs in present tense.

Grade: 7&8       Length of course: 9 weeks                                  Prerequisite: No 

Spanish II: This course builds on the content of Spanish I. 

Grade: 8       Length of course: 9 weeks                 Prerequisite: took Spanish I