World Languages

Welcome to Portsmouth High School World Language Department! You can navigate to your student's course using the above menu. Please reach out to your student's teacher regarding the course.  For general questions reach out to your student's guidance counselor or our Department Head, Helaine Wemple (hwemple@sau52.org)

Our International Languages Department provides basic through advanced instruction in French, Italian and Spanish. We use a proficiency model in teaching modern languages. Students concentrate on communication in speaking and writing in levels one and two. Reading skills are enhanced in level three. The integration of all skills is the focus of level three through dual-enrollment classes. Through contrast and comparison, inquiry and immersion, students develop critical thinking skills. Active participation is essential for success. We promote excellence and rigor by offering Dual Enrollment courses as well! 

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