World language students will use an interactive new program called ImmerseMe. ImmerseMe is essentially a virtual tool that allows you to speak with someone in a different country in order to practice your pronunciation, dictation, and translation. For example, how would you like to virtually order a baguette in Paris? Or buy a bento box in Tokyo? 

Italian 1

This course introduces the student to the sound systems and intonations of the Italian language with emphasis on the development of audio-lingual skills. Students are introduced to basic structures within a defined vocabulary selection in order to engage in simple conversation and to develop a reasonable ability to read and write Italian. Students are also introduced to Italian culture through geography, history, and art.

Italian 2

This course strengthens a student’s speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills. New grammatical structures and verb formations are introduced while also improving listening comprehension. Further study is developed regarding Italian history, civilization, and society.

Italian 3

This course continues introducing more advanced structures of Italian grammar while furthering language acquirement/comprehension through listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Basic structures are reviewed as necessary. There is also a continued study of Italian culture. Prerequisite: 90 overall average in Italian 2.

Italian 4

This course is for the advanced student who would like to strengthen and further develop language skills. Oral, written, and grammar study are conducted in Italian. This intermediate-high level course is designed as an interactive communicative approach focusing on meaningful contexts that develop and consolidate a student’s speaking, listening, reading, writing, and cultural competencies. Prerequisite: 90 overall average in Italian 3.

Mandarin 1 

This course introduces the student to the correct pronunciations and use of conversational patterns of Mandarin. Emphasis is placed on oral comprehension, speaking, writing, and reading skills. Students learn the creation and use of Mandarin characters and pinyin. Students are also introduced to Chinese culture through geography, history, and art.

Mandarin 2 

This course strengthens oral comprehension, speaking, writing, and reading skills. Focus is placed on the creation and use of Mandarin characters as well as pinyin. Students make comparisons and connections with other cultures and communities within China while examining cultural themes, topics, and issues.

Mandarin 3 

This course continues in introducing more advanced structures of Mandarin grammar while furthering language acquirement/comprehension through listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. This course also requires the application of language fundamentals through paired and group activities. Exposure to adapted texts complements interpretive skills of written and spoken Chinese language. Prerequisite: 90 overall average in Mandarin 2.

Mandarin 4

This course is for the advanced student who would like to strengthen and further develop their language skills. Oral, written, and grammar study are conducted in Mandarin. This intermediate-high level course is designed as an interactive communicative approach focusing on meaningful contexts that develop and consolidate a student’s speaking, listening, reading, writing, and cultural competencies. Prerequisite: 90 overall average in Mandarin 3.

Spanish 1 

This course introduces students to the sound systems and intonations of the Spanish language with emphasis on the development of audio-lingual skills. Students are introduced to basic structures within a defined vocabulary selection in order to engage in simple conversation and develop a reasonable ability to read and write Spanish. Students are also introduced to Spanish culture through geography, history, and art.

Spanish 2

This course strengthens a student’s speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills. New grammatical structures and verb formations are introduced while also improving listening comprehension. This is a further study of Spanish history, civilization, and society. Honors Prerequisite: 90 overall average in Spanish 1 CP.

Spanish 3

This course introduces more advanced structures of Spanish grammar while furthering language acquirement/comprehension through listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. This course also incorporates Hispanic literature, culture, and current publications. The course is conducted primarily in Spanish. Prerequisite: 90 overall average in Spanish 2.

Spanish 4 

This course is for the advanced student who would like to strengthen and further develop their language skills. Oral, written, and grammar study are conducted in Spanish. This focuses on meaningful contexts that develop and consolidate a student’s speaking, listening, reading, writing, and cultural competencies. Students also view, research, and discuss the importance of cultural figures through short Hispanic films, Spanish texts, and current publications. This course is conducted almost entirely in Spanish. Prerequisite: 90 overall average in Spanish 3.

This college level course follows the standard syllabus approved by College Board. Conducted entirely in
Spanish, students use two programs specifically directed toward the AP Spanish Language and Culture
Curriculum guidelines. The majority of homework, quizzes, tests, and projects are completed online through Virtual High School. This is an interactive communicative approach that focuses on real communication in meaningful contexts. The course continues to develop a student’s speaking, listening, reading, writing, and viewing skills as well as their cultural competencies. Students will have the option to take the AP exam which is administered in May. Prerequisite: Approval of the Assistant Principal for Curriculum and Instruction.