World Language
World language classes are participatory and require active engagement. Success in a world language is closely related to general academic success and often aligns with successful outcomes in English classes . It is highly recommended that students have a minimum GPA of 2.0 and grades of “C” or better in a previous English course.
Because the study of world language is sequential, a student must earn a passing grade to progress to the next level. Native speakers of a language may sign up for a world language. Many students may have speaking ability but few reading or writing skills. The teacher may administer a test to the native speaker at the beginning of the year to determine the appropriate level of study.
World languages courses at levels III and IV are often offered for dual credit. Students should discuss dual credit options with their world language teacher.
906000—French I
Prerequisite: None
Grade Placement: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: 1 year
Credit: 1/2 per semester
French I is an introductory language course, emphasizing listening and speaking skills while developing basic second language reading and writing skills. Classes are conducted in French as extensively as possible. The curriculum is based on everyday experiences of teenagers in French-speaking countries. Students learn how to communicate about themselves and their interests. (Students who maintain a 4.0 in the first two levels of French are eligible to join the French Honor Society.)
906005—French II
Prerequisite: French I
Grade Placement: 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: 1 year
Credit: 1/2 per semester
French II is a continuation of French I. Classes are conducted primarily in French. The communication skills of listening and speaking continue to be emphasized. Reading and writing skills are developed as students are asked to think critically and express themselves in French. The curriculum is based on everyday experiences of teenagers in French-speaking countries. Students learn to communicate in culturally authentic ways. (Students who maintain a 4.0 in the first two levels of French are eligible to join the French Honor Society.)
906008—French III
Prerequisite: French II
Grade Placement: 11, 12
Length of Course: 1 year
Credit: 1/2 per semester (Honors)
French III students should be able to comprehend the language used in the classroom on a daily basis. French III introduces students to more advanced reading materials, including short stories, poetry, and newspaper and magazine articles. Students learn how to write compositions and prepare written and oral reports in French. French is used as the primary means of communication in the class.
906009—French IV
Prerequisite: French III
Grade Placement: 12
Length of Course: 1 year
Credit: 1/2 per semester (Honors)
In French IV students read culturally authentic literature that is more difficult. Students practice their composition skills as well as their speaking skills which will enable them to express themselves correctly. Upon completing French IV, all students should be able to hold everyday conversations in French. The geography, culture and civilization of various French-speaking countries are examined. Students will use French as the primary means of communication in the class.
906010—Spanish I
Prerequisite: None
Grade Placement: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: 1 year
Credit: 1/2 per semester
Spanish I is an introductory language course, emphasizing listening and speaking skills while developing basic second language reading and writing skills. Classes are conducted in Spanish as extensively as possible. The curriculum is based on everyday experiences of teenagers in Spanish-speaking countries. Students learn how to communicate about themselves and their interests. (Students who maintain a 4.0 in the first two levels of Spanish are eligible to join the Spanish Honor Society.)
906015—Spanish II
Prerequisite: Spanish I
Grade Placement: 9*, 10, 11, 12 (*9–Only for those who have a full credit of Spanish I)
Length of Course: 1 year
Credit: 1/2 per semester
Spanish II is a continuation of Spanish I. Classes are conducted primarily in Spanish. The communicative skills of listening and speaking continue to be emphasized. Reading and writing skills are developed as students are asked to think critically and express themselves in Spanish. The curriculum is based on everyday experiences of teenagers in Spanish-speaking countries. Students learn to communicate in culturally authentic ways. (Students who maintain a 4.0 in the first two levels of Spanish are eligible to join the Spanish Honor Society.)
906020—Spanish III
Prerequisite: Spanish II
Grade Placement: 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: 1 year
Credit: 1/2 per semester (Honors)
Spanish III students should be able to comprehend the language used in the classroom on a daily basis. Spanish III introduces students to more advanced reading materials including short stories, poetry, and newspaper and magazine articles. Students learn how to write compositions and prepare written and oral reports in Spanish. Spanish is used as the primary means of communication in the class.
906024—Spanish IV
Prerequisite: Spanish III
Grade Placement: 11, 12
Length of Course: 1 year
Credit: 1/2 per semester (Honors)
In Spanish IV students read culturally authentic literature that is more difficult. Students practice their composition skills as well as their speaking skills, which will enable them to express themselves correctly. Upon completing Spanish IV, all students should be able to hold everyday conversations in Spanish. The geography, culture and civilization of various Spanish-speaking countries are examined. Students will use Spanish as the primary means of communication during class.
906023—Spanish Language and Literature for Heritage Speakers
Prerequisite: Native speaker of Spanish
Grade Placement: 9, 10, 11, 12
Length of Course: 1 year
Credit: 1/2 per semester (Honors)
This course is intended for students who are already proficient in speaking and comprehending oral Spanish to further their abilities in reading, writing, and analyzing literature in Spanish. Students who speak Spanish in the home setting or who have otherwise achieved a strong level of speaking and listening proficiency are good candidates for this course.