| FOREIGN LANGUAGES When selecting courses offered in foreign languages, please be advised: many colleges and universities require three consecutive years of study of a foreign language as a requirement for admission; Massachusetts state colleges require two consecutive years of study of a foreign language. The following courses focus on the National and State�s Learning Standards for Foreign language, the �five c�s:� communication, cultures, comparisons, connections and communities. Conversational Spanish 1 credit Prerequisite: None Grades 9-12 This course places emphasis on the use of basic Spanish expressions used in every day communication, i.e. at the office, in the emergency room, on the phone, in the store, in a restaurant, etc. Pronunciation skills and extensive vocabulary are stressed. Project based learning will be the main focus of this class. French I�Spanish I 1 credit Prerequisite: None Grades 9-12 The level I course is designed to provide the first year student with an initial background in French/Spanish grammar and vocabulary. Emphasis is placed on developing listening and pronunciation skills, beginning techniques in reading and writing, vocabulary acquisition and communication in the present tense. Students will develop an understanding of Hispanic/Francophone cultures and customs. Latin I 1 credit Prerequisite: None Grades 9-12 This course will introduce students to the language, mythology and culture of ancient Rome, Pompeii and Roman Britain. The study of Latin vocabulary, grammar, short stories and songs, will provide the student with a basic understanding of the Latin language. Emphasis on Latin root words will also highlight Latin as the foundation of the English language. French II� Spanish II 1 credit Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and successful completion of Level I. Grades 9-12 In the second year of French/Spanish, the student continues the study of basic language concepts, with increased emphasis on the target language as means of communication. The student develops ability in listening comprehension through the relatively exclusive use of the target language in the classroom, and is strongly encouraged to speak the language to develop oral proficiency. Emphasis is placed on expanding vocabulary and extensive grammar study. Reading and writing skills are developed and units on culture and continued. Latin II 1 credit Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and successful completion of Level I. Grades 9-12 In the second year of Latin, the student continues the study of the language through the culture, mythology and history of ancient Rome, Alexandria and Roman Britain. There is an increased emphasis on vocabulary, grammar, short stories and song to enhance the student�s understanding of the language. The student�s translation skills advance along with an appreciation for Latin as the basis of the English language. French Ill�Spanish III 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level II and teacher recommendation. Grades 10-12 This course continues to focus on the study and everyday use of the Spanish and French language through topical selections, enabling the student to improve upon listening/speaking/writing skills striving for a higher level of proficiency. Reading skills will be enhanced through text selections, authentic literature as well as newspaper and magazine articles. An in-depth study of cultures and customs is an integral part of this course. Latin III 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Latin II and teacher recommendation. Grades 10-12 This course continues to focus on the language, culture and mythology of ancient Rome. The writings of Caesar and Cicero provide a backdrop for the history of the Roman Republic while the letters of Pliny offer a first person account of the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius and the foundations of the Roman Empire. Advanced study of vocabulary and grammar increases translation skills. The study of English vocabulary derivation continues. A look at Greek and Roman sculpture and painting also provide insight into the daily life of ancient times. French IV-Spanish IV 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level III and recommendation of teacher Grades 11-12 The fourth year of French/Spanish immerses the student in the culture and language of the French or Spanish speaking peoples. Reading, writing, listening and speaking skills are further improved and polished through short stories, novelettes, exposure to literary masterpieces, advanced composition as well as authentic listening and speaking experiences. Latin IV 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Latin III and recommendation of teacher Grades 11-12 The fourth year of Latin introduces the student to the Golden Age of Latin poetry. The odes of Horace and the Aeneid of Vergil present the backdrop for the history and mythology of the Age of Augustus. These literary masterpieces are compared and contrasted with ancient and modern pieces of literature. A review of grammar and vocabulary enhances translation skills. French V-Spanish V 1 credit Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level IV and recommendation of teacher. Grade 12 The objective of the fifth year of language study is to bring the student to a high level of proficiency. Reading/writing/speaking and listening skills are advanced. The students will develop oral and written fluency in the language through grammar review, oral presentations and literature through complete immersion in the target language. French / Spanish AP 1 credit Prerequisite: Level IV and recommendation of teacher Grade 12 This is a first year college level course offered at the secondary level. Students are expected to take the AP exam in May. The students will develop oral and written fluency in the language through grammar review, oral presentations, and literature through complete immersion in the target language. Summer reading will be assigned. Latin AP 1 credit Prerequisite: successful completion of Latin IV and recommendation of teacher Grade 12 This is a first year college level course offered at the secondary level. Students will continue to develop their translation skills while reading the lyric poetry of Catullus and the Metamorphoses of Ovid. Students will also learn to analyze and interpret Latin poetry. Students are expected to take the AP exam in May. Summer reading will be assigned. |
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