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- Foreign Language
Foreign Language
Language study begins with Spanish or French at the
seventh grade level. The foreign language program aims to develop
fluency and an insight into the cultural background of the language.
Classes marked with an asterisk (*) are Scholar courses.
Entry Level French
Grade 9, 10, 11 ,12 - 1 unit
Entry Level French is designed for those students who have never
studied French before or for those individuals who need review
and reinforcement of material presented in seventh and eighth
grade and have a sincere interest in starting over and working
toward learning the rudiments of the French language.
French I
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12 - 1 Unit
This course is designed to review, reinforce and increase basic
skills acquired in 8th grade French. These skills include listening
comprehension, basic writing skills and the ability to express
oneself orally in French. French I also introduces the student
to different aspects of French culture, not only in France,
but the Francophone world.
French II
Grade 10, 11, 12 - 1 unit
This is a continuation of the French I course. It is the purpose
of this course to introduce more complex vocabulary and grammar
structures which will lead to improved, sustained conversation
and discussion in French. There will also be short, controlled
writing activities on a variety of chapter related topics. To
increase vocabulary and demonstrate comprehension, the class
will present dialogues, compositions, prepared posters and group
activities to the class.
*French III
Grade 10, 11, 12 - 1 unit
This course is also a continuation of the French I course, but
there will be increased student involvement in the presentation
and creation of class and group activities. In order to improve
sustained student self-expression in French, the class members
will create and present dialogues, projects, posters and games
in the target language. More complex grammar structures will
be introduced. To enhance conversational skills, the class will
be conducted in French with minimal English usage. There will
also be creative writing activities on a variety of chapter
related topics. The student will continue the study of French
culture. Chapter grammar and vocabulary will be used in discussions
about French culture and people and places from France and the
Francophone world.
*French IV
Grade 11, 12 - 1 Unit
In this class, the student becomes aware of the benefits gained
by having learned a good foundation of vocabulary and grammatical
structures. A major part of the class work and grade is oral
use of French in class. Increased study of French culture, history,
geography and literature will include presentations in French
to the class.
*French V
Grade 12 - 1 Unit
This course culminates a five-year language program. The student
easily expresses his/her thoughts, feelings and responses in
French. As the year progresses, the students move toward almost
total classroom control. They determine projects, design evaluative
materials and present materials to the class. Emphasis is placed
on sustained speaking in French about topics dealing with French
art, literature and culture. A unit on French films provides
the student the opportunity to discuss and critique award winning
French films.
Entry Level Spanish
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12 - 1 Unit
At this level, students with no previous language skill use
an integrated approach to learn functional expressions, vocabulary,
and grammar structures for effective communication in our global
society. Technology, audiovisual materials, additional resources,
and student-centered activities reinforce the target language.
Spanish I
Grade 9, 10, 11, 12 - 1 Unit
Using an integrated approach of technology, audiovisual material,
additional resources and student-centered activities, students
learn functional expressions, vocabulary, grammar structures,
and culture for effective communication in the target language.
The course continues the study of Spanish begun in 8th grade.
Spanish II
Grade 10, 11, 12 - 1 Unit
Meets daily. Open to all students who like to sing, can sing
in tune, and desire to learn more about individual vocal development.
Students will be given the opportunity to study the fundamentals
of vocal music and theory, as well as proper vocal technique
and style. Students will be expected to maintain daily participation
in the activities of the class and perform individually. Music
to be performed will be solo literature selected from a variety
of periods and styles.
*Spanish III
Grade 10, 11, 12 - 1 Unit
This course is also a continuation of Spanish I, but much more
student responsibility is expected. As the year progresses,
students will be involved in expanding their knowledge of vocabulary,
expressing themselves through creative writing activities and
improving their ability to express themselves orally in Spanish.
Partner, group and competitive activities are used to reenforce
the Spanish learned. This course is taught in Spanish and students
are encouraged to use the target language at all times by the
end of the year. Numerous areas of Hispanic culture will be
explored, using newly available technology.
*Spanish IV
Grade 11, 12 - 1 Unit
This class continues and refines the grammar studied in Spanish
III and expands vocabulary. The students are expected to refine
their oral skills through presentations, skits and daily use
of the language in class. Cultural material is presented to
help broaden the students= perspectives and deepen their understanding
of other peoples.
*Spanish V
Grade 12 - 1 Unit
During this course, the study of the Spanish language and various
Hispanic cultures will be interwoven to help students develop
linguistic proficiency and cultural sensitivity. All types of
Hispanic literature will be available for reading and discussion.
There is minimal grammar study, but new vocabulary is constantly
introduced. The students will be asked to express their thoughts,
opinions and feelings through both oral and written Spanish.
Individual projects will be used to culminate their five-year
language study.
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