CURRICULUM GUIDE 2025-26

WORLD LANGUAGE COURSES :

134 | SPANISH I HONORS 1.0 CREDIT

This course is similar to Spanish 135 in that the content will be similar , however , the depth at which the content is presented and assessed comes at a deeper level . One of the main goals of the course is to prepare the student for the AP Spanish Language course . The student will be expected to work confidently within all three modes of communication - interpersonal , presentational and interpretive . The course is conducted mainly in Spanish , while reinforcing concepts and ideas in English .

$ A fee is charged for the National Spanish Assessment .

135 | SPANISH I 1.0 CREDIT

In the first level of Spanish , the student will learn how to meet and greet other people , describe people , say where they are going and what they will do when they get there . They will be able to discuss a range of topics such as their favorite pastimes , their family and friends , celebrations and vacation plans . They will be able to participate in conversations , present information , and understand essential written and audio texts . It will also be important to learn Spanish in terms of the cultures where it is spoken so as to learn the practices , products and perspectives of the Spanish-speaking world as the student learns the language .

$ A fee is charged for the National Spanish Assessment .

138 | LATIN I 1.0 CREDIT

Latin I offers a similar course experience to Latin I Honors but is geared for a student who may not place into the honors level . The student will develop Latin reading , speaking and translation skills learned at a pace that offers more chances for remediation and practice than the honors class . Elements of Roman culture , history and classical mythology are included . In this course , the student will enhance his language skills and broaden his knowledge of English vocabulary which is in large part derived from Latin . This usually aids the student in preparation for the SAT and ACT exams . Students are required to take the National Latin Examination . Students may also be involved in the Latin Honors Society , which is a chapter of the National Junior Classical League , for an additional fee of $ 3 for the year .

$ A fee is charged for the National Latin Exam .

139 | LATIN I HONORS 1.0 CREDIT

This is an introductory Latin course in which the student will develop Latin reading skills and translation skills . Elements of Roman culture and history , as well as classical mythology are included . In this course , the student will enhance his language skills and broaden his knowledge of English vocabulary which is in large part derived from Latin . This course is also available to qualified juniors as an elective course as part of their preparation for the SAT and ACT exams . Students are required to take the National Latin Examination . Students are required to take the National Latin Examination .