Foreign Language

Foreign Language

The following table is a listing of courses available and in what year students may take each course.  For specific information about each class, click the plus sign next to the course title.

Freshmen Sophomore
• Spanish I  • Spanish I 
• Spanish II  • Spanish II 
  • Spanish III 
   
Junior Senior
• Spanish I  • Spanish I 
• Spanish II  • Spanish II 
• Spanish III  • Spanish III 
• Spanish IV  • Spanish IV 
   
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Course Title:
Spanish I

Prerequisite:
None

Grade Level:
9, 10, 11, 12

Credit Value:
1.0

Credit Type:
WL

Course Duration:
Two Semesters

Course Description:
Students will learn the four basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students will learn to communicate in everyday situations, with an emphasis on the grammar structures and vocabulary that are needed for effective communication. Topics covered include basic conversation, numbers, likes/dislikes, descriptions, school schedules/classes, sports, family, and food. The culture, contributions, and geography of Spanish-speaking countries are also studied.

Course Title:
Spanish II

Prerequisite:
C or better in Spanish 1

Grade Level:
9, 10, 11, 12

Credit Value:
1.0

Credit Type:
WL

Course Duration:
Two Semesters

Course Description:
Students will expand upon listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Students are encouraged to communicate whenever possible in Spanish. Topics covered include food and restaurants, the house, clothing and shopping, hobbies and extracurricular activities, and material related to school. The study of Hispanic countries and culture is continued. A two or three-year sequence is recommended for college-bound students.

Course Title:
Spanish III

Prerequisite:
Spanish II (C or better)

Grade Level:
10, 11, 12

Credit Value:
1.0

Credit Type:
EC

Course Duration:
Two Semesters

Course Description:
Students continue to expand their skills in all four areas of communication: Listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students communicate as much as possible in Spanish. Topics covered include places in the city, giving and receiving directions, childhood memories, family celebrations, medical and emergency-related material, sports, and movies. Hispanic culture and history are studied.

Course Title:
Spanish IV

Prerequisite:
Spanish III (C or better)

Grade Level:
11, 12

Credit Value:
1.0

Credit Type:
EC

Course Duration:
Two Semesters

Course Description:
Students continue to expand their skills in all four areas of communication: Listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Spanish is spoken the majority of class time. Topics covered included the outdoors, cooking, traveling, technology, jobs and job skills, and the future. Hispanic culture is studied, with an emphasis on Latin American and Spanish art, music, dance, literature, history, and current events.

 

Course Title:
Spanish V

Prerequisite:
Spanish IV (B or better)

Grade Level:
12

Credit Value:
1.0

Credit Type:
EC

Course Duration:
Two Semesters

Course Description:

This is an Advanced Spanish class intended for those who have successfully completed four years of Spanish and have a serious interest in continuing their language study. The course will encourage speaking and listening to foster better communication and comprehension of the language. Reading and writing skills will be emphasized through a variety of articles, short stories, and compositions. Concepts previously learned will be reviewed and practiced for continued growth. Culture, history, and current events will also be included to promote cultural awareness.