World Language

Classes offered at various grade levels may require a prerequisite. Refer to the course catalog for detailed information. 

A world language is an academically rigorous course requiring students to complete work outside the classroom. Students will be required to speak to classmates and the teacher in the language studied daily. Students will memorize vocabulary and grammatical structures for written and oral performance. Each level of the language consists of increasingly more complex skills and concepts. Each new level builds on the previous level. Therefore, it is recommended that a student has a “C” or better in one level in order to continue to the next level. Students may not enroll in more than one language as freshmen. Students may enroll in an additional language class as sophomores after gaining language learning experience.

WL100 INTRODUCTION TO WORLD LANGUAGES 

(Grades 9-10) 

Weight 1.0 Credit 0.5/semester

This course is designed to introduce students to language learning. Students who have already taken the first year of a language or who speak a second language should not enroll in this class. Students will be introduced to German and Spanish as well as their cultures.  Students will learn basic grammar concepts and simple vocabulary that can be applied in any of the World Language courses. This course will focus on strategies and skills for language learning.

WL121 GERMAN 1 

(Grades 9-12)    

Weight 1.05 Credit 1/year

German 1 introduces students to the

language and cultures of German speaking

communities. Students will develop basic speaking, listening, writing and reading skills by doing a variety of vocabulary and grammar activities. 

WL12 GERMAN 2 

(Grades 10-12)    

Weight 1.1 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  Successful completion of German 1.

German 2 is a continuation of the first year, with the vocabulary being expanded and more emphasis put on grammar to help the student progress more rapidly in his speaking and writing skills.  The study of the cultures of German speaking countries will continue.  

WL123  GERMAN 3 

(Grades 11-12)    

Weight 1.1 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  Successful completion of German 2.

With German 3, the student will continue his study of basic German grammar using the structures and vocabulary in the development of higher-level thinking skills.  Emphasis is put on developing listening skills and gaining greater speaking proficiency.  During this year the student also has the opportunity for more in-depth studies of Germanic cultures.

WL124  GERMAN 4 

(Grade 12)   

Weight 1.2 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  Successful completion of German 3.

German 4 reviews and consolidates the grammatical structures taught in the earlier levels.  Students will continue to develop their knowledge of the language and culture.  During this year, more attention is given to self-expression in writing and oral discussions.

WL141 SPANISH 1 

(Grades 9-12)    

Weight 1.05 Credit 1/year

Spanish 1 introduces students to the language and cultures of Spanish speaking communities.  Students will develop speaking, listening, writing and reading skills by doing a variety of vocabulary and grammar activities.   

WL142 SPANISH 2 

(Grades 10-12)    

Weight 1.1 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  Successful completion of Spanish 1.

Spanish 2 is a continuation of the first year, with the vocabulary being expanded and more emphasis put on grammar to help the student progress more rapidly in his speaking and writing skills.  The study of the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries will continue.   

WL143 SPANISH 3 

(Grades 11-12)    

Weight 1.1 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  Successful completion of Spanish 2.

With Spanish 3, the student will continue his study of basic Spanish grammar using the structures and vocabulary in the development of higher-level thinking skills.  Emphasis is put on developing listening skills and gaining greater speaking proficiency.  During this year the student also has the opportunity for more in-depth studies of Hispanic cultures. 

WL144 SPANISH 4 

(Grade 12)    

Weight 1.2 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  Successful completion of Spanish 3.

Spanish 4 reviews and consolidates the grammatical structures taught in the earlier levels.  Students will continue to develop their knowledge of the language and culture. During this year, more attention is given to self-expression in writing and oral discussions.

WLASL AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 1 

(Grades 9-12)  

Weight 1.05 Credit 1/year

Students will learn the basics of American Sign Language in order to engage in conversation and communicate effectively.  The course will focus on fingerspelling, numbers, and structure.  It will also include phrases and words commonly used on a daily basis.  Additionally, students will become familiar with the Deaf community and culture.  Students will begin to converse with classmates and the teacher in ASL.

WLASL2 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 2 

(Grades 10-12)  

Weight 1.1 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  Successful completion of ASL 1. 

Students will build upon what they already have learned in the first level.   Students will be exposed to more complex  grammar and sentence structure .  Cultural exploration of the Deaf community will continue in this course, with the possibility of guests from the Deaf community.

WLASL3 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 3 

(Grades 11-12)  

Weight 1.1 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  Successful completion of ASL 2.

Students will continue to study American Sign Language with a more rigorous focus on communication and conversation. Students will be expected to communicate using ASL on a daily basis and learn new words and concepts to enhance their understanding and use of ASL. Students will continue to learn about the Deaf Community and Deaf Culture. Most instruction will be in ASL. Students will continue to learn more complex grammar and sentence structure.

WLASL4 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 4 

(Grades 12)  

Weight 1.2 Credit 1/year

Prerequisite recommendation:  Successful completion of ASL 3.

ASL 4 will be more hands-on than ASL 1-3. Students will be expected to communicate solely in ASL with the teacher and each other. Instruction will be in ASL. Students will interact with members of the Deaf community. Students will write reflection papers and research papers. Students will be watching and analyzing videos of native speakers of ASL.