Foreign Language

High School Course Descriptions

SPANISH I

Grade Level(s):  9, 10, 11, 12

Credit(s):  1

Course Description:  Spanish I introduces students to the study of a modern foreign language.  Students learn to understand basic spoken Spanish, to speak basic Spanish using acceptable pronunciation, to read and write basic Spanish.  Students also acquire a general knowledge of the geography, history, and culture of Hispanic people.



SPANISH II

Grade Level(s):  9, 10, 11, 12

Credit(s):  1

Course Description:  Spanish II continues the study of Spanish at an intermediate level. A good foundation from Spanish I is critical to the student being successful.  There is greater emphasis on the use of Spanish to communicate in the classroom.

SPANISH III

Grade Level(s):  10, 11, 12

Credit(s):  1

Course Description:  Spanish III is an advanced course in which students will continue to expand their knowledge of grammar and reading comprehension, as well as written and oral communication skills.