CURRICULUM GUIDE 2026-27

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.