E: Language Other Than English

To meet A-G requirements, students must complete a minimum of 2 years of the same language. Please note that the UC's/CSU's recommend completing 3 years. 

Spanish I: 

Spanish I is a communication-based course integrating all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing in a culturally authentic context. No prior knowledge of Spanish is required or will be assumed. Importance is also placed on developing the student’s awareness of the cultures of Spanish-speaking people in the United States, Spain, and Latin America.

Spanish II: 

Spanish II is an intermediate academic course, which increases power in oral language, reading and writing in an authentic cultural context. All the lessons and activities build on what the student has previously learned. Importance is also placed on developing the student’s awareness of the cultures of Spanish-speaking people in the United States, Spain, and Latin America.

*Students must complete Spanish I or successfully pass a placement test to be eligible for this course. Arrangements for placement tests can be made with your pathway academic counselor (see bottom of page for contact information).

Spanish III (Honors Only): 

Spanish III is an advanced course. This course enables students to understand and communicate in a second language. The four communication skills of reading, listening, speaking and writing are equally emphasized with a focus on real-world situations. This class will be held entirely in Spanish. The course also covers cultural and historical aspects of the Spanish-speaking world.

*Students must complete Spanish II or successfully pass a placement test to be eligible for this course. Arrangements for placement tests can be made with your pathway academic counselor (see bottom of page for contact information).

Other Languages through College Courses: 

Students interested in languages other than Spanish can enroll in offerings like American Sign Language, Mandarin, French, Korean, and more through California community colleges and high school level online A-G approved providers. When choosing these options, students are responsible for any course, registration, and textbook/material costs. 

*Please note that college and online A-G approved courses are separate from Oakland School for the Arts. To get credit for courses, students must request transcripts from the college and submit them to OSA. In addition, OSA does not oversee these courses. Students with questions or concerns about community college or online provider curriculum, grades, or faculty must reach out directly to those systems.