Spanish I (Option for grades 9-12) This beginning Spanish course is an introduction to the Spanish language and culture. Students will begin to build a basic vocabulary. They will learn basic expressions to help them survive in the Spanish-speaking world. Students will also learn basic grammar concepts and begin to read and translate material. Students should be able to conjugate and speak in the present tense. Most of the information is presented orally. Daily note taking will take place. Culture will be studied as it arises in context. To succeed in this class, students must be active participants. This class is recommended for both native and non-native speakers.
Spanish II (Option for grades 10-12) This class builds on Spanish I mastered material. Students will continue to learn thematic units. More advanced grammar and vocabulary will be the emphasis. Grammar will include both present and past tense of verbs. Culture will be studied within the lessons. Students will become fluent by reading, writing, speaking, and listening to information in Spanish. They will read a novel completely in Spanish and will translate as they read. To succeed in this class, students must be active participants. This class is recommended for both native and non-native speakers. Prerequisite: must have passed both semesters of Spanish I.
Spanish III (Option for grades 11-12 or native speaker) Spanish III is a weighted class. This class will be presented mostly in Spanish. Students will improve their fluency through conversation, reading, and translating material. Emphasis is placed on grammar and tense forms. Students will also view a portion of a soap opera in video format to enhance listening skills. By the end of the class the students must actively participate and write essays in Spanish on assigned topics. Native speakers are encouraged to take this class. Prerequisite: must have completed Spanish II with a grade of C or better or be a native speaker.
Spanish IV (Option for grade 12 or native speaker) Spanish IV is a weighted class. In this course, students will converse in Spanish and read Spanish literature. Emphasis is placed on grammar and tense forms. Students will also get to complete the second portion of a soap opera in video format to enhance listening skills. This class will be conducted mostly in Spanish. The emphasis will be on oral communication, knowledge of Spanish culture and analysis of literature. Students must actively participate every day. Native speakers are encouraged to take this class. Prerequisite: must have completed Spanish III with a grade of C or better or be a native speaker.