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FOREIGN LANGUAGE COURSES
Two consecutive years of the same language are required for graduation. If a student fails the second semester of a foreign language, the full course (both semesters) must be made up during the following school year. A student who fails the first semester, but passes the second semester receives full credit for the course. However, the first semester grade is not changed. Many colleges require two years of the same language for admission. Some colleges accept four years of high school language for the college language requirement. Four years of a language is highly recommended for all who are capable of advanced study. A student may place in Spanish 2 or French 2 based on a proficiency test given to incoming freshmen in May. When a student tests out of level one, the course is recorded on the student’s transcript. Neither a credit nor grade is given for this course. The Foreign Language department establishes the criteria for placement.
FRENCH 1 #04114 1 Credit
This course introduces the student to the four basic language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and to the culture of the French people.
FRENCH 2 HONORS #04215 1 Credit
This course is a broader and more intensive study of the basic language skills and the culture of France. Course work is in depth and accelerated. Prerequisite: B in French 1 and/or consent of teacher.
FRENCH 2 #04224 1 Credit
This course further develops the basic language skills and continues the study of the culture of France. Prerequisite: Passing grade in French 1.
FRENCH 3 HONORS #04315 1 Credit
This course continues the more intensive study of the basic language skills and introduces the student to short literary selections and some historical and cultural aspects of France. Prerequisite: B in French 2 and/or consent of teacher.
FRENCH 4 HONORS #04415 1 Credit
This course emphasizes oral and written expression through reading and discussion of short stories, a novel, current periodicals and a survey of French history and literature from Gaule to the 20th Century. A thorough review of French grammar is also included. Prerequisite: B in French 3 Honors and/or consent of teacher.
LATIN 1 #06114 1 Credit
The first year of Latin includes study of ancient Roman culture, mythology, word derivations, vocabulary and grammar.
LATIN 2 HONORS #06215 1 Credit
In addition to the regular second year Latin content, this course requires familiarity with ancient classical civilizations. Prerequisite: B in Latin 1 and/or consent of teacher.
LATIN 2 #06224 1 Credit
The second year of Latin includes Roman and Greek culture and mythology, and continues vocabulary, grammar, and derivative study. Prerequisite: Passing grade in Latin 1.
LATIN 3 HONORS #06315 1 Credit
The third year of Latin provides a survey of all periods of Latin literature, both prose and poetry, while completing a review of grammar and vocabulary. Prerequisite: B in Latin 2 and/or consent of teacher.
LATIN 4 HONORS #06415 1 Credit
The fourth year of Latin focuses on Vergil's Aeneid. Prerequisite: B in Latin 3 and/or consent of teacher.
SPANISH 1A #07114 1 Credit
An introduction to the Spanish language and culture. Basic vocabulary and grammatical structures are presented. Conversational skills and reading are taught.
SPANISH 1B #07123 1 Credit
This course covers the same basic content as Spanish 1A at a slower pace. Students are placed in this course by their entrance exam scores. Students in “B” track may only take two years of Spanish.
SPANISH 2 HONORS #07215 1 Credit
Grammar, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural background are presented in greater depth and at a faster pace than in Spanish 2A. Prerequisite: B+ average in Spanish 1A or a grade of B+ on the entrance exam for freshmen seeking advanced status, and consent of teacher or department chair.
SPANISH 2A #07224 1 Credit
The emphasis of the second year is on grammar, speaking, reading and writing skills, as well as a continuation of cultural study. Placement is determined by Spanish 1 teacher.
SPANISH 2B #07233 1 Credit
This course covers the same basic content as Spanish 2A at a slower pace. Placement is determined by Spanish 1 teacher. Spanish 3 is not available after this course.
SPANISH 3 HONORS #07315 1 Credit
The four basic language skills are stressed and there is an introduction to literature. Prerequisite: A average in Spanish 2A and teacher recommendation or consent of Spanish 2H teacher.
SPANISH 3 #07324 1 Credit
Spanish 2 concepts are expanded. Conversation and readings are thematic. Prerequisite: Strong C in Spanish 2A or C- in Spanish 2H and consent of teacher.
SPANISH 4 HONORS #07415 1 Credit
There is an intensive review of grammar as well as emphasis on verbal and written comprehension. Literature study continues in depth. Prerequisite: Recommendation of Spanish 3 Honors teacher.
SPANISH 4 #07424 1 Credit
This course offers an introduction to Hispanic literature. Grammar concepts are reviewed; verbal and written communication is stressed. Prerequisite: Strong C average in Spanish 3 and consent of teacher.
SPANISH 5 #07434 1 Credit
This course offers a continuation of the major language components of reading, writing, speaking and listening. Its purpose is to allow students to continue their language study beyond Spanish 4 and prepare for college placement tests. There is an emphasis on vocabulary study and readings with verbal and written responses. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish 4A and consent of teacher.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT SPANISH LANGUAGE #07456 1 Credit
The course syllabus corresponds to the suggested outline given by the writers of the Advanced Placement Examination. Placement is based on teacher’s recommendation of 4th and 5th year honors students. Students are expected to take the A.P. test in May.
From 2007-08 Curriculum Guide
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