Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
This beginning course enables students to discuss reasons for learning languages and to develop an understanding of the people who speak them. Students are taught to apply effective strategies for language learning and to communicate through listening and speaking in various cultural contexts. Students will also learn to read and comprehend simple directions, information and short narrative texts, as well as to write familiar words and phrases. Students will demonstrate appropriate behavior and learn the major holidays and geographical features of the French-speaking countries of Europe, and to be aware of current events in these cultures.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: French I 2
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
In French II students review the basic material learned in French I before proceeding with the French II curriculum. At this level students will participate in conversations dealing with daily activities, personal interests and meeting personal needs. Within these contexts students will also discover cultural similarities and differences. Students will read short texts for comprehension and enjoyment. They will write short letters on their own experiences using culturally appropriate format and style and give written responses to given situations. Students will also become familiar with the francophone world outside of Europe.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: French II 2
Open to: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
In French III students review the basic material learned in French II before proceeding with the French III curriculum. At this level students communicate orally by responding to factual and interpretive questions, interact in complex social situations and give short presentations on cultural topics. Students read for comprehension from a variety of authentic materials and read longer simplified texts for enjoyment. In writing students will complete authentic forms and documents, take notes, write brief summaries and well-organized compositions. Students will also demonstrate an awareness of the effects of the French culture on other societies including their own.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: French III 2
Open to: 11, 12
Credit: 2
In French IV students review and expand the material of French I-III and students learn to communicate entirely in the language. Students review and expand the material of French geography and then learn French history and its relationship to the art and literature of the period. They also learn to take notes on their readings as well as on oral information given in the form of short lectures. They are taught to write a well-organized composition and then guided to find their own errors in their written work.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: French IV 2
Open to: 11, 12
Credit: 2
In French V students participate in a wide variety of conversations dealing with daily life and news in the francophone cultures as well as their own. They learn the tools for gaining maximum comprehension in reading authentic literary texts and articles. They summarize these texts and learn to analyze the texts and their reactions to the content of the texts. Students create a French-language newspaper that is shared with students in the lower levels. They are encouraged to acquire a francophone pen pal through email. Second-semester the students choose a research topic on an aspect of French culture, and then, using the internet to locate French-language web sites, prepare an oral and written project to be shared with their peers.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: French V 2
Open to: 12
Credit: 2
This independent study class is intended for students who took French V as a junior and who do not want to interrupt their study of French before college. Students will work on projects using the internet to do at least part of their research. They will read and analyze several novels, plays and poems, studying them in the context of the appropriate literary period. Students will also have the opportunity to work on areas of particular interest to them.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
Level I German is an introduction to the German language, reasons for studying the language, and to understand the customs and culture of German speaking countries. Students will apply effective strategies for acquisition of both written and oral language skills in order to perform in various cultural situations. Students will also be able to read and comprehend simple directions, as well as write basic questions and phrases. Additionally, students will learn appropriate behavior for social greetings and nonverbal communications of German speaking countries. Level I also provides the opportunity for students to learn about traditional celebrations and geographic regions of German speaking countries.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: German I 2
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
Level II German enables students to utilize their language skills in extracurricular activities as well as in the classroom by expressing personal interests and daily routines. Students will verbally interact by narrating an experience, reading aloud, and asking appropriate questions in German. Students will also be able to write responses to various situations using acquired vocabulary and grammar knowledge. Short stories and poems are introduced along with the historical and political make-up of the German speaking countries.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: German II 2
Open to: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
Level III German provides students with information fostering an understanding and appreciation of foreign cultures. Basic skills of reading, writing, listening and reading comprehension are enhanced through the study of German culture. Students will read authentic materials, plays, and poetry. Level III students will also write brief summaries of literature. Students will also initiate their own expression of emotions and desires without memorized phrases. The students will delve deeper into cultural aspects of German speaking countries such as music and visual arts.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: German III 2
Open to: 11, 12
Credit: 2
Level IV German allows students to participate in leadership roles in the classroom and extracurricular activities related to German. Students are presented with, and perform appropriately in, opportunities to correspond with native and advanced non-native speakers. Students of this level will be able to give presentations, interpret complex situations, and read for comprehension. Level IV German students creatively use the language to produce poetry, prose, and compositions. Students also combine their knowledge of historical periods and artistic genres to make connections in their relationship. A concise review of grammar is also included.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: German IV 2
Open to: 12
Credit: 2
Level V German facilitates authentic activities for students such as attending concerts, plays, and community activities in German or pertaining to German culture. Students are also given opportunities to actively promote the study of German by outlining the benefits to their communities. Students analyze and create their own non-fiction literature expressing concerns as well as possible solutions to current events. Students will also demonstrate near native behaviors appropriate for both adults and adolescents.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
This course introduces students to the Hebrew language in its modern and ancient cultural context, integrating speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Students will develop oral and reading comprehension. They will learn how to express their opinions and feelings, to communicate basic personal needs, to read and comprehend simple directions, information and short narrative texts, to describe, and to make requests in a linguistically and culturally appropriate manner. Students will explore the different aspects of the culture of the people of Israel, the major holidays and the geographical features of this area.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: Hebrew I 2
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
This course enables students to expand their knowledge and to refine skills learned in Hebrew I. Throughout this course, students will explore the structure of the Hebrew language, through a variety of modern and ancient literary selections, poetry, music, newspapers and magazines. Students will develop a higher level of communication skills in order to comprehend others and to express themselves in various cultural situations. Students will become more familiar with the major geographical features, historical events, and political structures of the State of Israel. In addition, they will be exposed to different aspects of the Israeli cul-ture and will become aware of cultural similarities, differences and diversity.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: Hebrew II 2
Open to: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
This course is designed to increase proficiency in reading and conversation, to enable students to read short literature selections and newspapers as well as increase their conversational skills. There will be simulations of everyday situations in which the students are required to give personal information, describe in Hebrew people and places, make comparisons and answer questions in various situations. Students write short compositions to improve writing skills. They will examine various cultural aspects of the Israeli society.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: Hebrew III 2
Open to: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
Level IV Hebrew focuses on increasing the vocabulary used in conversations and discussions, while placing emphasis on different language styles, enabling the students to converse freely. Students rely more on Hebrew as the means of communication in class and produce their own poetry, compositions and stories. Students will read a variety of modern and ancient literary selections, poetry, and newspapers. Group discussions, oral presentations, and recorded material will be used to expand vocabulary, deepen reading comprehension skills and sharpen the knowledge of formal grammar, morphology and syntax. As an integral part of this course, students will also explore the structure and the multicultural aspects of the Israeli society, as well as the geography of the region and important historical events, using various Israeli websites and visual arts.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
The Level I Latin course enables students to discuss the many reasons for learning languages and to develop an understanding of the people who spoke them. Students are taught to apply effective strategies for language learning and to communicate through responding to and giving oral directions, commands and requests in the classroom. The students will also learn to read and comprehend simple directions, information and short narrative texts, as well as write familiar words and phrases. Students will also learn major Roman holidays and the geographical areas of the ancient world. They will also recognize the contributions of the Latin language and culture to Western civilization.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: Latin I-2
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
The Level II Latin course enables students to participate in classroom and extracurricular activities related to Latin and to participate in conversations dealing with the influence of the classical world on modern culture. Students will also interact in a variety of situations such as asking permission, asking for or responding to an offer of help. Students will also understand main ideas and facts from simple texts over familiar topics. Students will read aloud in Latin with the appropriate intonation and pronunciation, as well as write simple guided texts on familiar topics. Students will also learn major Roman holidays and the geographical areas of the ancient world.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: Latin II 2
Open to: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
The Level III Latin course enables students to understand and appreciate other cultures by comparing social behaviors and values of the ancient Roman people. Students will participate in discussions concerning Roman culture through visual arts, architecture and language. Students will respond to factual and interpretive questions, and give short presentations on a given topic. Students will also read for comprehension from a variety of literary selections, such as short stories, plays, and poetry and be able to make judgements about what is read. Students will learn to use the language creatively in writing poetry, prose and essays. In addition, students will become familiar with historical events, political structure of the Romans.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: Latin III 2
Open to: 11, 12
Credit: 2
The Level IV Latin course enables students to participate in classroom and extracurricular activities related to the Latin language such as presentations to student body and to parent groups as well as taking leadership roles in language clubs. Students will read for comprehension from a variety of longer authentic materials and make judgements about what is read. Students will learn to use the language creatively in writing poetry, prose and essays. Students are aware of the relationship between various artistic and literary genres and history.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: Latin IV 2
Open to: 12
Credit: 2
The Level V Latin course enables students to participate in a variety of activities beyond the classroom such as concerts, theater performances and community activities. Students are willing to promote among their peers and other the study of Latin and Roman culture. Students are able to discuss current or past events that are of significance to the classical culture. Students will also relate issues and problems that are of concern today, to similar issues and concerns in classical and medieval civilizations. Students will also be able to analyze the structure of both authentic medieval prose and poetry. Students will also develop the ability to compose various genres of literature. Students will also gain a general appreciation of the major literary movements and an awareness of the relationships among various art forms.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
One of the main focus of this beginning course is the written language. Students will masterthe first two writing systems, hiragana and katakana, and begin to learn the third, kanji. Students will be able to use familiar words and phrases both orally and in writing. They will also be able to comprehend useful concepts such as time. This course also focuses on topics such as culture (origami, haiku, etc.), history and geography.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: Japanese I 2
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
In this course students will be expected to use previously learned vocabulary words and concepts in a more complex way. Students will learnproper sentence structure, verb tenses, particles and kanji for commonly used words. They will be able to put all of these things together and create sentences that are a little bit more complex than those learned inthe first level. Students will increase their vocabulary tremendously and will be expected to create their own children's book. Students will learn the proper way of using Japanese-style writing paper and will be able towrite essays in Japanese. Students will also learn how to have a proper telephone conversation.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: Japanese II 2
Open to: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
In this course students will be expected to use previously learned vocabulary words and concepts in a more complex way. Students will learn how to properly use a kanji dictionary and will be able to read and write more complex characters. There will be a focus on family life and students will create their own family trees and photo albums. They will also learn how to give and receive directions. Listening to and comprehending native Japanese speakers is an important part of this course.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: Japanese III 2
Open to: 11, 12
Credit: 2
The Level IV Japanese course enables students to participate in classroom and extra-curricular activities related to the Japanese language such as presentations to student body and to parent groups. Students are expectedto ask questions, make requests, and converse about their daily lives in Japanese. Students read for comprehension from a variety of authentic materials and make judgements about what is read. Listening skills are honed through use of authentic tapes and videos. Students will learn to use the language creatively in writing poetry, prose and essays. Students manipulate language through interviews, reports, skits, and other oral projects. Students utilize Japanese reference books freely, and communicate with increasingly complex kanji characters.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: Japanese IV 2
Open to: 12
Credit: 2
The Level V Japanese course enables students to analyze authentic materials for complex grammar, vocabulary, and personal reaction. Students study popular music, children's books, and correspondence from native Japanese people. Intricate instructions for projects and class procedures are given in Japanese. Students communicate their questions and concerns in the Japanese language. Listening skills are honed through use of authentic tapes and videos. Students manipulate language through interviews, reports, skits, and other oral projects. Students communicate with native Japanese from the community. Students continue their study of kanji with emphasis on radicals.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: None
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
In Spanish Level I, students are introduced to the Spanish language. Students acquire el-ementary grammar (present tense verbs, nouns and gender, adjectives and agreement, formation of statements and questions), vocabulary, and Spanish pronunciation, and an introduction to Hispanic culture. Students develop foundational listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: Spanish I 2
Open to: 9, 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
After a review of level one material, students move to more advanced grammar concepts (past tenses, reflexive and irregular verbs, object pronouns), and expand their vocabulary. Students become more familiar with cultural aspects of Spain and Latin America. Students practice reading, speaking, listening, and writing, within the context of shopping, travel, art, and other similar themes.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: Spanish II 2
Open to: 10, 11, 12
Credit: 2
After a review of materials from Spanish II, students master more advanced grammar concepts (future, conditional, commands, and present subjunctive) additional vocabulary, and culture. Students rely more on Spanish as the means of communication in class, and further develop listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills. Students write short compositions to improve writing skills, and read short literary selections to improve reading skills, going deeper into the vocabulary of personal information, professions, travel, and daily activities.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: Spanish III 2
Open to: 11,12
Credit: 2
Students review material from previous levels, and move to more advanced grammar and vocabulary (relative pronouns, all uses of subjunctive, passive voice). Students study sev-eral short stories, as well as history and geography of Mexico and Spain. Students write original compositions and give oral presentations regularly, and participate in conversations in Spanish. The class is conducted in Spanish.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: Spanish IV 2
Open to: 11,12
Credit: 2
Students review and apply all important materials from previous levels of Spanish. Students continue to learn new language, considerably increasing their vocabulary, greatly refining their knowledge of Spanish grammar and focusing on their writing skills. Reading in Spanish is an important component at this level. Therefore, students read numerous Hispanic short stories, articles,essays, etc. Students learn more in-depth information about the culture of the different Spanish-speaking countries. This course is conducted in Spanish.
Classification: Regular
Prerequisite: Spanish V 2
Open to: 12
Credit: 2
This course is offered on an independent study basis only. Students will study advanced level culture, literature and grammar beyond that which is covered in previous years. Because the student will work independently, this challenging course requires initiative and dedication on the part of the student.