All world language offerings are oriented to the college bound student. They are in-depth studies of grammatical structure and cultures. Modern languages include, but are not limited to conversational skills. It is strongly recommended that non-college preparatory students have a “C” or higher in previous English classes for any beginning level of world language course of instruction. Selection of a particular language should be based not only on interest, but also on a student’s future educational plans and on information in the description for each world language course.
FRENCH I (WLG1310)Credit: 1 credit - meets 50 mins, 6 days per cycle, full year
Prerequisites: None
Open to: All Grade Levels
This introductory subject teaches listening and speaking skills based on vocabulary, conversations, and idioms. It develops grammar, translation, and comprehension skills while providing French culture for study.
FRENCH II (WLG2310)Credit: 1 credit - meets 50 mins, 6 days per cycle, full year
Prerequisites: A 77% final average in French I
Open to: All Grade Levels
This course expands listening and speaking abilities. It provides a more detailed, intricate study of grammar, and develops reading and translation skills. Students are taught more in-depth culture vocabulary and idioms and culture of Francophone countries.
FRENCH III (WLG3310)Credit: 1 credit - meets 50 mins, 6 days per cycle, full year
Prerequisites: A 77% final average in French II
Open to: Sophomores, Juniors Seniors
This subject further develops the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing through use of textbooks and supplementary materials. A formal study of the phonetics of the French language is presented.
GERMAN I (WLG1320)Credit: 1 credit - meets 50 mins, 6 days per cycle, full year
Prerequisites: None
Open to: All Grade Levels
This introductory subject teaches listening and speaking skills based on vocabulary, conversations, and idioms presented in the texts. It develops grammar, translation, and comprehension skills while providing German culture in a functional approach. (This course is highly recommended for students planning to major in math and science as well as the medical and political sciences.)
GERMAN II (WLG2320)Credit: 1 credit - meets 50 mins, 6 days per cycle, full year
Prerequisites: A 77% final average in German I
Open to: All Grade Levels
This course expands the student’s comprehension and speaking abilities. It emphasizes vocabulary acquisition and provides a more detailed, intricate study of grammar, translation, and idioms. Culture is taught in the context of the text. (This course is highly recommended for students planning to major in math and science as well as the medical and political sciences.)
GERMAN III (WLG3320)Credit: 1 credit - meets 50 mins, 6 days per cycle, full year
Prerequisites: A 77% final average in German II
Open to: Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors
This course continues to develop the skills learned in German II and to expand the functional reading and writing exercises in preparation for more detailed writing and reading related to the German classics in level IV. German culture and civilization are also examined in more depth.
GERMAN IV* (WLG4520)Credit: 1 credit - meets 50 mins, 6 days per cycle, full year
Prerequisites: A 77% final average in German III
Open to: Juniors, Seniors
Other: Grades weighted 105% for GPA and class rank
This course reinforces all of the concepts of grammar, vocabulary, and conversation learned previously. The student is introduced to classical and contemporary German literature and is encouraged to communicate in-depth about the literature and culture in German.
AP GERMAN LANGUAGE* (WLG4530)Credit: 1 credit - meets 50 mins, 6 days per cycle, full year
Prerequisites: A 77% final average in German IV
Open to: Seniors
Other: Grades weighted 110% for GPA and class rank
This course reinforces all of the concepts of grammar, vocabulary, and conversation learned previously. The student is introduced to classical and contemporary German literature and is encouraged to communicate in-depth about the literature and culture in German.
SPANISH I (WLG1300)Credit: 1 credit - meets 50 mins, 6 days per cycle, full year
Prerequisites: None
Open to: All Grade Levels
This is an introductory course teaching reading, writing, listening and speaking skills based on vocabulary, conversations, and idioms presented in texts; it also develops skills of grammar, translation and comprehension. It offers a basic introduction to Spanish culture, emphasizing Mexican and US Latino customs. This course is highly recommended for students planning a career in business, social work, law, criminal justice, the medical fields and political sciences.
SPANISH II (WLG2300)Credit: 1 credit - meets 50 mins, 6 days per cycle, full year
Prerequisites: A 77% final average in Spanish I
Open to: All Grade Levels
This subject is a continuation of skills learned in Spanish I to teach the developmental stages in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Emphasis is given to strengthening vocabulary as well as comprehension of idiomatic expressions. Also included is a reference to culture, customs and current events of Caribbean, Central, and South American countries. This course is highly recommended for students planning a career in business, the medical field, education, social work, law, political science, or criminal justice.
SPANISH III (WLG3300)Credit: 1 credit - meets 50 mins, 6 days per cycle, full year
Prerequisites: A 77% final average in Spanish II
Open to: Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors
This subject continues development of the skills learned in Spanish II. The student is introduced to advanced grammatical skills, as well as the concept approach to writing and further development of conversational ability. Reference to various types of Spanish literature is included, such as short stories with strong emphasis on vocabulary building and conversation. Focus on Spanish (Spain) culture, history, and current events is emphasized. A formal study of the phonetics of the Spanish language is presented.
SPANISH IV* (WLG4500)Credit: 1 credit - meets 50 mins, 6 days per cycle, full year
Prerequisites: A 77% final average in Spanish III
Open to: Juniors, Seniors
Other: Grades weighted 105% for GPA and class rank
This course of instruction is a continuation of those skills learned in Spanish II and III with strong emphasis on reading, writing, and speaking. It builds foundation in Spanish through study of poetry, literature, and drama. Literature includes the “classics” of Spain. A more in-depth examination of various Hispanic countries is presented.
AP SPANISH LANGUAGE * (WLG4700)Credit: 1 credit - meets 50 mins, 6 days per cycle, full year
Prerequisites: Completion of Spanish IV with at least an 85% final average, department recommendation.
Open to: Any eligible student
Other: Grades weighted 110% for GPA and class rank
This course in Advanced Placement Spanish provides highly motivated students with an opportunity to pursue a college-level course in Spanish language. All facets of the program prepare the student for the Advanced Placement Examination administered in May. Students in this course are expected to take the AP Examination.
( updated: 01 Feb '13 )