Introduction to World Languages:
World Language courses build students’ communication skills in the four key areas of language: listening,
speaking, reading, and writing. Students will also explore the importance of cultural awareness and our
connection to the global community.
Level One:
GRADES 9 – 12
*The level one world language course is designed to focus on high-frequency vocabulary and language
structures through student interaction with the target language. Language will be learned through a variety
of activities including: stories, video media & technology, cultural exploration, etc. Regular attendance and
active participation are critical components for student success.
Level Two:
GRADES 9 - 12
*Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level 1 with a C- average or better
The level two world language course is designed to increase students’ competence through continued
interaction with the target language. The focus will be on more advanced language structures and
expanded vocabulary in context. Level two students will demonstrate increasing spontaneity and flexibility
in their ability to communicate in the target language in all four areas: speaking, listening, reading, and
writing. Regular attendance and active participation are critical components for student success.
Honors Spanish
(Honors requires enrollment in Honors Spanish 1 or an A- 90% in the traditional Level 1 or enrollment in the
AVID elective)
Level Three:
GRADES 10 – 12
*Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level 2
The level three world language course is designed to increase the students’ competence and confidence in
the target language. The focus continues to be on increasingly advanced language structures and
vocabulary building. Regular attendance and active participation are critical components for student
success. Any student with a background in the target language or who is exposed to the
language at home should enroll in this course with successful completion of placement test.
Level Four:
GRADES 11 – 12
*Prerequisite: Successful completion of Level 3 with a C- or better
The level four world language course is designed to further develop students’ abilities and skills in the target
language with increasing depth and breadth. All formal and informal class communications take place
completely in German/Spanish. Students are able to listen to and read a variety of authentic materials and
respond in the target language. Regular attendance and active participation are critical components for
student success.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT SPANISH
*Prerequisite – successful completion of Level 3 or better and/or teacher recommendation.
This challenging course is designed for the above-average Spanish speaker, reader, and writer and is
designed to prepare students for the national Advanced Placement Examination in Spanish Language. The
advanced placement world language course is designed to further develop students’ abilities and skills in the
target language with increasing depth and breadth. All formal and informal class communications take place
completely in Spanish. Students are able to converse and write about complex topics and sustain
communication. Students are able to read a variety of authentic materials and to respond to them in the
target language. Cultural awareness and sensitivity continues to develop as students focus on the cultural
subtleties. Regular attendance and active participation are critical components for student success. Taking
the AP Spanish Language exam is strongly encouraged.