Chinese I is an introduction to the fundamentals of the Chinese language with an emphasis placed upon basic communication skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students will look at how the Chinese language is used world-wide.

Chinese II further develops the basic fundamentals of communication with increased emphasis on oral communications and writing skills. Heavy emphasis will also be placed on Chinese culture and heritage. Daily practice is an important part of the course and will allow a more extensive command of the language in selected situations. However, students should not expect to achieve language fluency with only two years of study.

Chinese II (H) further develops the basic fundamentals of communication skills with increased emphasis on oral communication and writing skills. Heavy emphasis will also be placed on Chinese culture and heritage. Daily practice is an important part of the course and will allow students a more extensive command of the language in selected situations. However, students should not expect to achieve language fluency with only two years of study. This course offers more in-depth study and more difficult assignments than Chinese II with the goal of reaching a higher level of language proficiency.

Chinese III continues to build on the speaking and listening skills begun in Chinese I and II. It also continues the study of simplified Mandarin characters in the areas of reading and writing. heavy emphasis is placed on vocabulary acquisition. Further emphasis will continue to be placed on Chinese culture and history. The goal of the course is to move the student toward a higher level of language proficiency.

Chinese IV continues to build on the speaking and listening skills begun in Chinese I, II, and III. It also continues the study of simplified Mandarin characters in the areas of reading and writing. heavy emphasis is placed on vocabulary acquisition. Further emphasis will continue to be placed on Chinese culture and history. The goal of this course is to move the student toward a higher level of language proficiency. This course follows the IB SL curriculum.

French I is an introduction to the fundamentals of the French Language with an emphasis placed upon basic communication skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Class work includes dialogues, vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation drills. Students also learn about French culture and history. use of French in the classroom will be encouraged.

French II further develops the basic fundamentals of communication skills with increased emphasis upon reading comprehension and oral communication. Students will use their acquired skills in dialogues,discussions, oral and written practice, and reading selections. Daily practice in the four skill areas allows students to develop a more extensive command of the language in selected situations. However, students should not expect to achieve language fluency with only two years of study. The student will continue to be exposed to the art, music, literature, and history of France and other French-speaking countries.

French II (H) further develops the basic fundamentals of communication skills with increased emphasis upon reading comprehension and oral communication. Students will use their acquired skills in dialogues,discussions, oral and written practice, and reading selections. Daily practice in the four skill areas allows students to develop a more extensive command of the language in selected situations. The student will continue to be exposed to the art, music, literature, and history of France and other French-speaking countries. This course offers more in-depth study and more difficult assignments than French II with the goal of reaching a higher level of language proficiency.

French III increases emphasis on those skills begun in French I and II: pronunciation, listening, speaking, reading, writing, sentence structure, advanced grammar, and vocabulary expansion. Materials include short stories, magazine articles, videos, and audio cassettes. Students prepare individual and group presentations, write paragraphs, respond to spoken French, and read about life in France and Francophone countries. Career exploration, current events, and the important role of world language study are stressed.

French IV extends the student's proficiency in the skills of the previous three years through novels, plays, magazines, videos, and guest speakers. This class includes grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure, culutral study, projects, reports, and individual and group presntations. Emphasis is on the relevance and importance of world language study for careers and personal growth.

French V extends the student's proficiency in the skills of the previous four years through novels, plays, magazines, videos, and guest speakers. This class includes grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure, cultural study, projects, reports, and individual and group presentations. Emphasis is on the relevance and importance of world language study for careers and personal growth. Particular additional focus is placed on the AP and IB HL curricula.

German I is an introduction to the fundamentals of the German language, vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. Communication in German through the four skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening is emphasized. Students will be exposed to the culture of the Germanic speaking world through the use of films, tapes, and other appropriate audiovisual resources. Daily drill and practice in oral expression, as well as the study of simple German texts, help the student build a strong vocabulary, develop fluency in conversation, and lead to easier understanding of written German and its idioms.

German II continues the German language sequence with an increased emphasis upon reading comprehension and accurate translation skills from English to German. Daily practice in the four skill areas of reading, writing, speaking, and listening allows students to develop a more extensive command of the language in selected situations. However, students should not expect to achieve language fluency with only two years of study. Students continue study of the history and cultural foundations of Germanic speaking nations.

German II (H) continues the German language sequence with an increased emphasis upon reading comprehension and accurate translation skills from English to German. Daily practice in the four skill areas of reading, writing, speaking, and listening allows students to develop a more extensive command of the language in selected situations. Students continue study of the history and cultural foundations of Germanic speaking nations. This course offers more in-depth study and more difficult assignments than German II with the goal of reaching a higher level of language proficiency.

German III is an intensive study of the German language, building upon skills developed in German I and II. German will be used extensively by the students and the teacher. Readings will be based upon current magazines, journals, and newspapers, as well as novels and other related literature.

German IV extends the student's proficiency in the skills of the previous three years through novels, plays, magazines, videos, and guest speakers. This class includes conversation, grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure, cultural study, projects, reports, and individual and group presentations. German will be used extensively by the students and the teacher.

German V extends the student's proficiency in the skills of previous four years through novels, plays, magazines, videos, and guest speakers. This class includes conversation, grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure, cultural study, projects, reports, and individual and group presentations. German will be used extensively by the students and the teacher. Particular additional focus is placed on the AP and IB curricula.

Suggested for any college-bound student. This course does not conflict with the traditional Latin language course, but is designed to awaken an interest in words and a curiosity about their composition and history. The student will become familiar with those Greek and Latin roots which are clues to the meanings of hundreds of unknown or imperfectly understood English words. This course provides students wit han excellent technique for vocabulary building, especially in preparation for taking SAT and ACT tests.

Recommended for students who desire a good background for mythological references in literature. This class is designed to introduce students to the great myths of Greece and Rome, to aspects of myth-making, and to mythological references encountered in day-to-day reading. Students will study all major gods, goddesses, and heroes in depth. Students will read some original source material (in translation).

Latin I is an introduction to the fundamentals of the Latin language. Students develop skills in reading, writing, and speaking basic Latin through the study of vocabulary and sentence structure. English words derived from Latin are studied in conjunction with the Latin vocabulary. reading in Latin I deals with all aspects of the daily life and customs of Ancient Rome. Students also gain knowledge of ancient culture, history, and mythology, especially through the exploration of the many direct links into modern American customs and institutions.

Latin II continues the study of Latin grammar and vocabulary. Students improve reading and communication skills and continue English word study. Roman life, culture, and history are studied through readings of various Roman authors of the classical period.

Latin II (H) continues the study of Latin grammar and vocabulary. Students improve reading and communication skills and continue English word study. Roman life, culture, and history are studied through readings of various Roman authors of the classical period. This course offers more in-depth study and more difficult assignments than Latin II with the goal of reading a higher level of language proficiency.

Latin III is an intensive study of the classical Latin language, building upon the skills developed in Latin I and II. The class work will be based upon the work of various Roman authors. This class emphasizes the reading of Latin works as literature, with a study of the historical background of the selections read and their influence upon world literature and modern societies. Subject matter and readings may be adjusted to meet individual needs and interests.

Latin IB SL is a continued study of the Latin language, as begin in Latin I-III. Students will continue honing vocabulary and grammar skills as they concentrate on the prescribed author(s) determined by the IB Latin Syllabus. Emphasis will be placed upon increased familiarity with the given author's style and subject matter, as well as with his influence on his society. An internal Assessment Project is required. This class should be chosen only if the student is an IB Diploma candidate or wishes to test for an IB Latin Certificate.

Latin IB HL is a continued study of the Latin language, as begun in Latin I-III. Students will continue honing vocabulary and grammar skills as they concentrate on the prescribed author(s) determined by the IB Latin Syllabus. Emphasis will be placed upon increased familiarity with the given author’s style and subject matter, as well as with his influence on his society. An Internal Assessment Project is required. This class should be chosen only if the student is an IB Diploma candidate or wishes to test for an IB Latin Certificate.

Latin AP V is a continued study of the Latin language, as begun in Latin I through IV. Students will continue honing vocabulary and grammar skills as they concentrate on the author(s) as determined by the AP Latin Syllabus. Emphasis will be placed upon increased familiarity with the given author's style and subject matter, as well as with his influence on his society. Students are being prepared to take the AP Latin exam in the spring.

Spanish I is an introduction to the fundamentals of the Spanish language, vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. Daily practice allows the student to develop some command of the language in selected situations, including personal identification, courtesy expressions, school and leisure activities, telling time, daily routines, and basic weather expressions. The student is also exposed to the geography, history, culture, and civilization of the Spanish-speaking world.

Spanish II is a continuation of Spanish I, providing the student with further study and practice in the fundamentals of Spanish vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. Daily practice in the four skill areas allows students to develop a more extensive command of the language in selected situations. However, students should not expect to achieve fluency with only two years of study. Further study of geography, history, culture, and civilization of the Spanish-speaking world will be an important part of classroom activities.

Spanish II (H) is a continuation of Spanish I, providing the student with further study and practice in the fundamentals of Spanish vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. Daily practice in the four skill areas allows students to develop a more extensive command of the language in selected situations. Further study of geography, history, culture, and civilization of the Spanish-speaking world will be an important part of classroom activities. This course offers more in-depth study and more difficult assignments than Spanish II with the goal of reaching a higher level of language proficiency.

Spanish III is designed to further develop the skills learned in Spanish I and II. Spanish will be used extensively by the student and the teacher. The emphasis will be on increasing language fluency. Reading activities will be based on longer stories by well-known Hispanic authors. Emphasis will be based on longer stories by well-known Hispanic authors. Emphasis will be placed on grammar and vocabulary development, composition, conversation, self-expression, and accurate translation.

Spanish IV is the most intensive level of study of Spanish, designed for students with a keen interest in developing their language skills. Spanish will be used almost exclusively by the students and the teacher. Emphasis is placed on expanding vocabulary, developing sophisticated grammatical structures, appreciating Hispanic literature, writing coherent compositions, and reaching a greater level of fluency in conversational Spanish. Increased awareness of and appreciation for Hispanic history, geography, and culture will also be a goal.

Spanish V extends the student's proficiency in the skills of the previous years through the study of novels, plays, magazines, videos, and guest speakers. This class includes grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure, cultural study, projects, reports, and individual and group presentations. Emphasis is on the relevance and importance of world language study for careers and personal growth. Spanish will be used extensively by the student and teacher. Particular additional focus is placed on the AP and IB HL curricula.