World Languages

American Sign Language I is a course that introduces students to American Sign Language (ASL) and the deaf  community. The course focuses on frequently used signs through a functional-notional approach, and discusses cultural features of the deaf community. Emphasis is placed on development of receptive and expressive language skills. Through this course, students are given the opportunity to develop visual acuity; follow brief verbal 

instructions; understand short statements, questions, and dialogues; develop short descriptions with guidance; begin to understand the current GLOSSING system used to write ASL; and examine other methods developed to write ASL, including Sign Writing. Students also learn to recognize the difference between the pathological and 

psychological definitions of deafness, recognize the widespread use of ASL throughout the United States, and develop an understanding of the relationship between languages and cultures as a whole. 

• Recommended Grade Level: 10, 11 

• Recommended Prerequisites: None 

• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester

• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

American Sign Language II is a course that continues the focus on frequently used signs through a functional-notional approach and the discussion of the cultural features of the deaf community. Emphasis is placed on further development of receptive and expressive communication skills in American Sign Language (ASL). Through this course, students are given the opportunity to watch and understand short stories, dialogues and poetry in ASL; continue to develop visual discrimination skills; begin to understand various dialects of ASL by interacting with ASL users within the deaf community; begin to use classifiers appropriately; continue the mastery of the current GLOSSING system used in texts to write ASL; and begin to write in GLOSS their own simple dialogues, poetry and translations. Students will also learn to examine some of the political issues associated with the deaf community.

• Recommended Grade:  10 - 12 

• Required prerequisites: American Sign Language I 

• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester 

American Sign Language III is a course that continues to focus on the students’ non-verbal communication skills at advanced levels of competency. American Sign Language is used exclusively in the class as students communicate using more complex structures of the language on a variety of topics, moving from concrete to more abstract concepts. This course provides opportunities for students to learn to express themselves in advanced situations, using more sophisticated vocabulary and structure; apply advanced grammatical features, such as descriptors, classifier use and various numbering systems; and develop the ability to discuss topics related to historical and contemporary events and issues within the deaf community. Students will also build on narrative skills and learn to relay information they’ve read or heard through explanation of more complex ideas. This course further emphasizes the

development of spontaneous language responsive behaviors through activities designed for this purpose.

• Recommended Grade Level: 11 - 12

• Required prerequisites: American Sign Language I and II

• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester

• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas

American Sign Language IV is a course based on Indiana Academic Standards for World Languages. This course continues to focus on the students ’non-verbal communication skills at advanced levels of competency. American Sign Language is used exclusively in the class as students communicate using more complex structures of the language on a variety of topics, moving from concrete to more abstract concepts.

• Recommended Grade: 9, 10, 11, 12 

• Required Prerequisites: American Sign Language I, II, and III 

• Recommended Prerequisites: none 

• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester 

• Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma

French I, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, introduces students to effective strategies for beginning French language learning, and to various aspects of French-speaking culture. This course encourages interpersonal communication through speaking and writing, providing opportunities to make and respond to basic requests and questions, understand and use appropriate greetings and forms of address, participate in brief guided conversations on familiar topics, and write short passages with guidance. This course also emphasizes the development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as reading isolated words and phrases in a situational context and comprehending brief written or oral directions. Additionally, students will examine the practices, products and perspectives of French-speaking culture; recognize basic routine practices of the target culture; and recognize and use situation-appropriate non-verbal communication. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas and the application of understanding French language and culture outside of the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level:  9-11

• Prerequisites:  Indicators for Success (in text above)

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma

French II, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, builds upon effective strategies for French language learning by encouraging the use of the language and cultural understanding for self-directed purposes. This course encourages interpersonal communication through speaking and writing, providing opportunities to make and respond to requests and questions in expanded contexts, participate independently in brief conversations on familiar topics, and write cohesive passages with greater independence and using appropriate formats. This course also emphasizes the development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as using contextual clues to guess meaning and comprehending longer written or oral directions. Students will address the presentational mode by presenting prepared material on a variety of topics, as well as reading aloud to practice appropriate pronunciation and intonation. Additionally, students will describe the practices, products and perspectives of French-speaking culture; report on basic family and social practices of the target culture; and describe contributions from the target culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas and the application of understanding French language and culture outside of the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level:  9-12

• Prerequisites:  Completion of French I with “C” or better semester grades

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma 

French III, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, builds upon effective strategies for French language learning by facilitating the use of the language and cultural understanding for self-directed purposes. This course encourages interpersonal communication through speaking and writing, providing opportunities to initiate, sustain and close conversations; exchange detailed information in oral and written form; and write cohesive information with greater detail. This course also emphasizes the continued development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as using cognates, synonyms and antonyms to derive meaning from written and oral information, as well as comprehending detailed written or oral directions. Students will address the presentational mode by presenting student-created material on a variety of topics, as well as reading aloud to practice appropriate pronunciation and intonation. Additionally, students will continue to develop understanding of French-speaking culture through recognition of the interrelations among the practices, products and perspectives of the target culture; discussion of significant events in the target culture; and investigation of elements that shape cultural identity in the target culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas as well the application of understanding French language and culture outside of the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level:  10-12

• Prerequisites:  Completion of French I and II with “C” or better semester grades.

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma 

French IV, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, provides a context for integration of the continued development of language skills and cultural understanding with other content areas and the community beyond the classroom. The skill sets that apply to the exchange of written and oral information are expanded through emphasis on practicing speaking and listening strategies that facilitate communication, such as the use of circumlocution, guessing meaning in familiar and unfamiliar contexts, and using elements of word formation to expand vocabulary and derive meaning. Additionally, students will continue to develop understanding of French-speaking culture through explaining factors that influence the practices, products, and perspectives of the target culture; reflecting on cultural practices of the target culture; and comparing systems of the target culture and the student’s own culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas through the design of activities and materials that integrate the target language and culture with concepts and skills from other content areas. The use and influence of the French language and culture in the community beyond the classroom is explored through the identification and evaluation of resources intended for native French speakers.

• Recommended Grade Level:  11-12

• Prerequisites: Completion of French I, II and III with “C” or better semester grades

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma 

French V, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, provides opportunities for students to interact and exchange information in culturally and socially authentic and/or simulated situations to demonstrate integration of language skills with understanding of French-speaking culture. This course emphasizes the use of appropriate formats, varied vocabulary and complex language structures within student communication, both oral and written, as well as the opportunity to produce and present creative material using the language. Additionally, students will continue to develop understanding of French-speaking culture through investigating the origin and impact of significant events and contributions unique to the target culture, comparing and contrasting elements that shape cultural identity in the target culture and the student’s own culture, and explaining how the target language and culture have impacted other communities. This course further emphasizes the integration of concepts and skills from other content areas with the target language and cultural understanding, as well as the exploration of community resources intended for native French speakers.

• Recommended Grade Level:  11-12

• Prerequisites:  Completion of French I, II, III and IV with “C” or better semester grades.

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma 

German I, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, introduces students to effective strategies for beginning German language learning, and to various aspects of German-speaking culture. This course encourages interpersonal communication through speaking and writing, providing opportunities to make and respond to basic requests and questions, understand and use appropriate greetings and forms of address, participate in brief guided conversations on familiar topics, and write short passages with guidance. This course also emphasizes the development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as reading isolated words and phrases in a situational context and comprehending brief written or oral directions. Additionally, students will examine the practices, products and perspectives of German-speaking culture; recognize basic routine practices of the target culture; and recognize and use situation-appropriate non-verbal communication. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas and the application of understanding German language and culture outside of the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level:  9-11

• Prerequisites:  Indicators for Success (in text above)

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma 

German II, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, builds upon effective strategies for German language learning by encouraging the use of the language and cultural understanding for self-directed purposes. This course encourages interpersonal communication through speaking and writing, providing opportunities to make and respond to requests and questions in expanded contexts, participate independently in brief conversations on familiar topics, and write cohesive passages with greater independence and using appropriate formats. This course also emphasizes the development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as using contextual clues to guess meaning and comprehending longer written or oral directions. Students will address the presentational mode by presenting prepared material on a variety of topics, as well as reading aloud to practice appropriate pronunciation and intonation. Additionally, students will describe the practices, products and perspectives of German-speaking culture; report on basic family and social practices of the target culture; and describe contributions from the target culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas and the application of understanding German language and culture outside of the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level:  9-12

• Prerequisites:  Completion of German I with “C” or better semester grades 

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma 

German III, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, builds upon effective strategies for German language learning by facilitating the use of the language and cultural understanding for self-directed purposes. This course encourages interpersonal communication through speaking and writing, providing opportunities to initiate, sustain and close conversations; exchange detailed information in oral and written form; and write cohesive information with greater detail. This course also emphasizes the continued development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as using cognates, synonyms and antonyms to derive meaning from written and oral information, as well as comprehending detailed written or oral directions. Students will address the presentational mode by presenting student-created material on a variety of topics, as well as reading aloud to practice appropriate pronunciation and intonation. Additionally, students will continue to develop understanding of German-speaking culture through recognition of the interrelations among the practices, products and perspectives of the target culture; discussion of significant events in the target culture; and investigation of elements that shape cultural identity in the target culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas as well the application of understanding German language and culture outside of the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level:  10-12

• Recommended Prerequisites:  Completion of German I and II with “C” or better semester grades

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma 

German IV, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, provides a context for integration of the continued development of language skills and cultural understanding with other content areas and the community beyond the classroom. The skill sets that apply to the exchange of written and oral information are expanded through emphasis on practicing speaking and listening strategies that facilitate communication, such as the use of circumlocution, guessing meaning in familiar and unfamiliar contexts, and using elements of word formation to expand vocabulary and derive meaning. Additionally, students will continue to develop understanding of German-speaking culture through explaining factors that influence the practices, products, and perspectives of the target culture; reflecting on cultural practices of the target culture; and comparing systems of the target culture and the student’s own culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas through the design of activities and materials that integrate the target language and culture with concepts and skills from other content areas. The use and influence of the German language and culture in the community beyond the classroom is explored through the identification and evaluation of resources intended for native German speakers.

• Recommended Grade Level:  11-12

• Recommended Prerequisites:  Completion of German I, II and III with “C” or better semester grades

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma

AP German Language and Culture is a course established and copyrighted by the College Board and follows the College Board course guidelines for AP German Language and Culture. The course prepares students to be successful on the AP German Language and Culture exam. The course is not intended to be used as a dual credit course. 

The AP German Language and Culture course emphasizes communication (understanding and being understood by others) by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills in real-life situations. This includes vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, and cultural awareness. The AP German Language and Culture course strives not to overemphasize grammatical accuracy at the expense of communication. To best facilitate the study of language and culture, the course is taught almost exclusively in German. 

The AP German Language and Culture course engages students in an exploration of culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. The course develops students’ awareness and appreciation of cultural products (e.g., tools, books, music, laws, conventions, institutions); practices (patterns of social interactions within a culture); and perspectives (values, attitudes, and assumptions). 

• Recommended Grade: 11, 12 

• Required prerequisites: German I, II and III 

• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester 

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for all diplomas 

• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for all diplomas 

Language for Heritage Speakers I is a course designed for heritage speakers of world languages who have demonstrated some degree of oral proficiency. The purpose of this course is to enable Heritage Language Learners to increase proficiency and bi-literacy in their native language by providing opportunities to improve reading and listening comprehension, as well as writing and grammar skills. Special attention will be given to grammar and vocabulary of the standard language, as well as to the importance of biculturalism and bilingualism in the United States today. Placement of students and development of the course curriculum is dependent upon the population of students enrolled in this course.

• Recommended Grade Level:  9-12

• Recommended Prerequisites:  None, or placement as determined by LNHS ENL Department

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma 

Language for Heritage Speakers II builds upon Language for Heritage Speakers I, and is a course designed for heritage speakers of world languages who have demonstrated some degree of oral proficiency. The purpose of this course is to enable Heritage Language Learners to increase proficiency and bi-literacy in their native language by providing opportunities to improve reading and listening comprehension, as well as writing and grammar skills. Special attention will be given to grammar and vocabulary of the standard language, as well as to the importance of biculturalism and bilingualism in the United States today. Placement of students and development of the course curriculum is dependent upon the population of students enrolled in this course.

• Recommended Grade Level:  9-12

• Recommended Prerequisites:  Language for Heritage Language Learners I  or placement as determined by LNHS ENL Department

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma 

Spanish I, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, introduces students to effective strategies for beginning Spanish language learning, and to various aspects of Spanish-speaking culture. This course encourages interpersonal communication through speaking and writing, providing opportunities to make and respond to basic requests and questions, understand and use appropriate greetings and forms of address, participate in brief guided conversations on familiar topics, and write short passages with guidance. This course also emphasizes the development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as reading isolated words and phrases in a situational context and comprehending brief written or oral directions. Additionally, students will examine the practices, products and perspectives of Spanish-speaking culture; recognize basic routine practices of the target culture; and recognize and use situation-appropriate non-verbal communication. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas and the application of understanding Spanish language and culture outside of the classroom. 

• Recommended Grade Level:  9-11

• Prerequisites:  Indicators for Success (in text above)

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma 

Spanish II, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, builds upon effective strategies for Spanish language learning by encouraging the use of the language and cultural understanding for self-directed purposes. This course encourages interpersonal communication through speaking and writing, providing opportunities to make and respond to requests and questions in expanded contexts, participate independently in brief conversations on familiar topics, and write cohesive passages with greater independence and using appropriate formats. This course also emphasizes the development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as using contextual clues to guess meaning and comprehending longer written or oral directions. Students will address the presentational mode by presenting prepared material on a variety of topics, as well as reading aloud to practice appropriate pronunciation and intonation. Additionally, students will describe the practices, products and perspectives of Spanish-speaking culture; report on basic family and social practices of the target culture; and describe contributions from the target culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas and the application of understanding Spanish language and culture outside of the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level:  9-12

• Prerequisites:  Completion of Spanish I with “C” or better semester grades

• Credits:  A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma 

Spanish III, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, builds upon effective strategies for Spanish language learning by facilitating the use of the language and cultural understanding for self-directed purposes. This course encourages interpersonal communication through speaking and writing, providing opportunities to initiate, sustain and close conversations; exchange detailed information in oral and written form; and write cohesive information with greater detail. This course also emphasizes the continued development of reading and listening comprehension skills, such as using cognates, synonyms and antonyms to derive meaning from written and oral information, as well as comprehending detailed written or oral directions. Students will address the presentational mode by presenting student-created material on a variety of topics, as well as reading aloud to practice appropriate pronunciation and intonation. Additionally, students will continue to develop understanding of Spanish-speaking culture through recognition of the interrelations among the practices, products and perspectives of the target culture; discussion of significant events in the target culture; and investigation of elements that shape cultural identity in the target culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas as well the application of understanding Spanish language and culture outside of the classroom.

• Recommended Grade Level:  9-12

• Prerequisites:  Completion of Spanish I and II with “C” or better semester grades

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma 

Spanish IV, a course based on Indiana’s Academic Standards for World Languages, provides a context for integration of the continued development of language skills and cultural understanding with other content areas and the community beyond the classroom. The skill sets that apply to the exchange of written and oral information are expanded through emphasis on practicing speaking and listening strategies that facilitate communication, such as the use of circumlocution, guessing meaning in familiar and unfamiliar contexts, and using elements of word formation to expand vocabulary and derive meaning. Additionally, students will continue to develop understanding of Spanish-speaking culture through explaining factors that influence the practices, products, and perspectives of the target culture; reflecting on cultural practices of the target culture; and comparing systems of the target culture and the student’s own culture. This course further emphasizes making connections across content areas through the design of activities and materials that integrate the target language and culture with concepts and skills from other content areas. The use and influence of the Spanish language and culture in the community beyond the classroom is explored through the identification and evaluation of resources intended for native Spanish speakers.

• Recommended Grade Level:  10-12

• Prerequisites:  Completion of Spanish I, II and III with “C” or better semester grades 

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma

• Offered as dual credit through Indiana University

AP Spanish Language and Culture is a course established and copyrighted by the College Board and follows the College Board course guidelines for AP Spanish Language and Culture. The course prepares students to be successful on the AP Spanish Language and Culture exam. The AP Spanish Language and Culture course emphasizes communication (understanding and being understood by others) by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills in real-life situations. This includes vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, and cultural awareness. The AP Spanish Language and Culture course strives not to overemphasize grammatical accuracy at the expense of communication. To best facilitate the study of language and culture, the course is taught almost exclusively in Spanish. 

The AP Spanish Language and Culture course engages students in an exploration of culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. The course develops students ’awareness and appreciation of cultural products (e.g., tools, books, music, laws, conventions, institutions); practices (patterns of social interactions within a culture); and perspectives (values, attitudes, and assumptions). 

• Recommended Grade: 11, 12 

• Required Prerequisites: Spanish I, II, and II 

• Recommended Prerequisites: none 

• Credits: 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester 

• Offered as dual credit through Indiana University 

• Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas 

• Fulfills a world language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors Diploma

Immersion Spanish I is designed to help students in the immersion program to expand and enhance their language skills. Students will work on eliminating errors in their writing and on expanding vocabulary. This is a review of previously learned structures. More complex structures will be taught to enhance oral and written communication. 

• Recommended Grade Level:  9

• Recommended Prerequisites:  Completion of middle school program

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma

Culture and Diversity is a course in which students will explore the cultures and diversity of Spain and various Latin American countries. Topics to be covered will be geography and the regions of Spain, geography and culture regions of selected Latin American countries, art and architecture, contemporary life, folklore and movie. 

• Recommended Grade Level:  10-11

• Recommended Prerequisites:  Participation in the 9th Gr. immersion program or native speakers with strong skills in Spanish who have been recommended for the program. 

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma 

Spanish Immersion II provides opportunities for students in the Spanish immersion program to continue to expand and enhance their language skills by improving oral and written communication skills, as well as refining their listening and reading skills. At the end of this course students should plan to take the AP Language Exam. 

• Recommended Grade Level:  10

• Recommended Prerequisites:  Completion of Spanish Immersion I

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma 

Spanish Language and Culture through Cinema is designed to use films from the Spanish-speaking world as springboards for classroom discussion. Students hear Spanish as it is spoken and are encouraged to discuss the social and cultural aspects of Spanish-speaking cultures. Each movie covered has been selected for their quality, interest and cultural value. This course will focus on four aspects of the Spanish language: conversation, composition, culture and film.

• Recommended Grade Level:  11 or 12

• Recommended Prerequisites:  Successful completion of Spanish Immersion I & II, Hispanic students with strong Spanish skills and students who have completed Spanish IV and above.

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma

AP Spanish Literature is a two-semester course. It is intended to be the equivalent of a third-year college Introduction to Hispanic Literature course. It covers selected authors and works from the literature of Spain and Latin America and centers on the understanding and analysis of literary texts. By the end of the course, student language ability can generally be equated to that of college students who have completed the typical fifth or sixth semester Spanish Language course in composition, conversation, and grammar. Students will be expected to read some of the pieces from the reading list during the summer prior to enrolling in the course. Students would be expected to take the AP Spanish Literature Exam in May. 

• Recommended Grade Level:  11 or 12

• Recommended Prerequisites:  Completion of previous immersion courses or completion of AP Spanish Language course.

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma 

Spanish Interpreter Internship is designed for the Spanish Immersion student to take an active learning approach that utilizes higher order thinking, communication, leadership, and management in a Spanish-language classroom in LT.   The course of study includes, but is not limited to: the teaching profession, the learner and the learning process, learning environment, and instructional and assessment strategies. Students will focus on culturally-appropriate interactions, both verbal and non-verbal, along with specific vocabulary that relates directly to a variety of content areas. Extensive field experiences in one or more classroom settings is required.

• Recommended Grade Level:  12

• Recommended Prerequisites:  Completion of previous immersion courses.

• Credits: A 2-credit course

• Placement at an elementary or middle school is required.

• Fulfills a World Language requirement for the Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma or counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma 

Spanish Interpreter Internship is designed for Spanish Immersion and/or STAMP certified students to take an active learning approach that utilizes higher order thinking, communication, leadership, and management in a Spanish-language setting.   Students will focus on culturally-appropriate interactions, both verbal and non-verbal, along with specific vocabulary that relates directly to a variety of content areas. Students will serve as interpreters and translators for parents, students, staff  or community in a professional setting.

• Recommended Grade Level:  11-12

• Recommended Prerequisites:  Completion of previous immersion courses or STAMP certification.

• Credits: A 1-2 credit course

• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for any diploma. 

This elective course is part of the Spanish Immersion Program, but is open to students who have completed Spanish III or higher in the regular program. Students attend classes at the Colegio Maravillas in Málaga, Spain and participate in a 21-day homestay/study program. To receive credit, students will participate in pre-departure sessions, go on planned excursions, and submit a project based on their experiences. Students must pay for the cost of the trip and complete an application. During the overseas experience, students will visit Madrid, Málaga, Sevilla, Córdoba, and Granada. Students will be eligible for this experience after Grade 10. 

• Recommended Grade Level:  10, 11 or 12

• Recommended Prerequisites:  Completion of previous immersion courses or completion of AP Spanish Language course.

• Credits: 0.5 credit

English as a New Language, an integrated English course based on Indiana’s English Language Proficiency (ELP) Standards, is the study of language, literature, composition and oral communication for Limited English Proficient (LEP) students so that they improve their proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, writing and comprehension of standard English. Students study English vocabulary used in fictional texts and content-area texts, speak and write English so that they can function within the regular school setting and an English-speaking society, and deliver oral presentations appropriate to their respective levels of English proficiency.

• Recommended Grade Level:  The intent of the ENL course is to move students as successfully, smoothly, and rapidly as possible into the Core 40 English courses offered in grades 9-12.  

• Recommended Prerequisites:   English proficiency placement test results

• Credits:  A two-semester course, one credit per semester.  The nature of this course allows for successive semesters of instructions at advanced levels (up to a maximum of four credits).