This course introduces the student to the reading of classical Latin. Pronunciation drills, memorization of vocabulary and inflected forms, grammar and syntax exercises, and translation of short Latin prose passages.

600 - Honors Latin I Grade 9
This course introduces the students to the reading of classical Latin by establishing a solid grammatical foundation and by practicing reading comprehension as well as familiarizing the students with the fundamentals of Roman history and culture. The course is directed at students with a propensity for a more abstract study of language. In a quickened pace the course will cover acquisition of basic vocabulary, fundamental tools of grammar (e.g., morphology of nouns and verbs) and syntax, which are both essential for approaching Latin texts and valuable for the understanding of English and other modern languages.
Prerequisite: Language Placement Test and/or Approval of Office of Academic Affairs.

625 – Honors Latin II Grade 10
This course continues the basics introduced in Honors Latin I by expanding concepts of grammar and syntax as well as vocabulary at an accelerated pace. The students strengthen their knowledge of commonly used forms and constructions and further practice the reading and comprehension of Latin texts while being exposed to new
elements of grammar. Students will practice the translation of Latin into English as well as the comprehension of more difficult texts. Students will be able to read and comprehend simple Latin passages to translate simple passages into good English usage and will have gained a deeper understanding of ancient Rome
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors Latin I & teacher recommendation.

635 – Honors Latin III Grades 11
This course completes the study of Latin grammar and syntax and exposes students to advanced forms and constructions. The reading of Latin poetry is now regularly practiced alongside the continued reading of prose passages. Although still working with a textbook, the students will be introduced to short original and unabridged Latin texts by authors like Caesar, Vergil, Catullus, Horace, Cicero, and Ovid. Students will learn to identify literary devices and figures of speech and will be introduced to Latin meter. Translation skills and reading comprehension are further practiced, students will write analytical and interpretative essays about Latin prose and poetry passages in English rehearsing to produce coherent argumentation using textual evidence.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors Latin II & teacher recommendation

645 - Honors Latin IV Grades 11, 12
This upper-level course will continue the study of Latin language, literature, and culture by reading authentic poetry and prose passages by classical Latin authors like Caesar, Cicero, Catullus, Virgil, Livy, and Ovid. Students will hone their skills of approaching literature through oral and written analyses and interpretations of select passages after a critical reading and evaluation of the material while supporting strong argumentations directly with evidence from the texts. The students will become more familiar with a vast variety of literary genres and rhetorical devices as well as the intricacies of Latin meter. Students will be able to appraise pieces of Latin literature within the author’s literary, historical, political, and cultural context as well as read and comprehend Latin poetry and prose of intermediate to advanced difficulty without external resources. 
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Honors Latin III & teacher recommendation

612 - French I (College Prep A) Grade 9, 10
This introductory course will cover the acquisition of basic vocabulary, grammar, and syntax essential to developing listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. This first level builds student’s confidence and quickly develops basic conversation skills, students immediately receive and communicate in- formation in French. The language lab is an integral part of the academic curriculum that allows the students to practice and reinforce their language skills. Listening comprehension provides a highly effective introduction to the language by reinforcing pronunciation, vocabulary, speaking with proper use of grammar and verb concepts.
Prerequisite: Language Placement Test and/or Approval of Office of Academic Affair.

622 - French II (College Prep A) Grade 9, 10, 11 French II 
continues what has been presented and learned in French I. Students are expected to converse about present and past events, read in French, and be able to translate into English with little difficulty. Vocabulary is re-entered and expanded, narrating past and future events, orally and in writing, describing daily activities in more detail, and reading a wide variety of texts and stories. The course provides further development of listening and speaking activities in the language lab.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of French I & teacher recommendation.

621 - Honors French II Grade 9, 10
This course aims to rapidly develop listening, speaking, and writing skills. It is designed to continue and expand language skills through the reading and translation of stories. The reading skills are developed by vocabulary enrichment techniques, including cognate patterns. Short readings in a wide variety of formats will be encouraged for critical thinking and building reading and information-gathering skills. 
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and/or Department approval.

.632 - French III (College Prep A) Grades 10, 11, 12
This course continues the development of skills from prior courses. The ability to communicate in oral and written form is the main objective of this course. The course increases the necessary skills to extend conversational skills in all tenses, past and future with complex sentences, expression of emotions, wishes, and hypotheses. The course will include specific historical French events to develop the student's interest in the richness of the Francophone world. The language lab will be used to aid the students to better understand native French language.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of French II & teacher recommendation.

631 - Honors French III Grades 10, 11
The course is designed to continue the development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills on an intense level. Oral communication for proficiency is essential and crucial, incorporating proper pronunciation and broadening of vocabulary. Text, workbook, and extra material exercises encourage the development of proper tense usage and advanced French idiomatic expressions. Compositions are used to reinforce this usage and proper syntax. Reading and frequent translation will allow students to understand without external resources. Situational dialogues are used to encourage natural speech and fluency. French videos provide cultural insight and develop listening and speaking skills. Curriculum listening comprehension exercises include self-evaluation for immediate reinforcement. 
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and/or Department approval.

642 - French IV (College Prep A) Grades 11, 12
The course continues the development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills begun in prior lower-level French courses. Oral communication is emphasized to incorporate proper pronunciation and broadening of vocabulary. Written and text exercises encourage the continued development of writing skills and to reinforce proper verb usage and syntax. Supplementary readings and associated exercises stress comprehension over translation. Videos provide cultural insight while encouraging the development of listening skills. The reinforcement of all previously learned tenses is addressed. Advanced tenses to be studied include the future perfect, present, and past conditional, along with the subjunctive mood. Other grammar topics include pronouns (relative, possessive, demonstrative), various uses of the infinitive, and the present participle.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of French III & teacher recommendation.

641 - Honors French IV Grades 11,12
Students will expand their knowledge of advanced French grammar, culture, and literature with an emphasis on the application of learned topics. Speaking will focus on content, form, and fluency. Readings are of a more substantial length, featuring 20th-century authors, and current events. French magazines and videos will be used to offer the students a realistic insight into French culture. Composition writing is required to accentuate the development of style. Listening exercises will incorporate native speakers in real-life situations. 
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and/or Department approval.

651 - Advanced Placement French Grades 11, 12
This course is designed for the preparation of the AP French Language Exam by providing intensive development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Oral communication incorporates proper pronunciation and broadening of vocabulary. Text exercises continue the development of writing skills through applied grammar usage. Compositions require proper verb usage and syntax while incorporating style and organization of a more complex nature. Readings, including poetry and prose, and associated exercises stress comprehension over translation. Coordinated videos provide cultural insight and continue the development of listening comprehension skills. The first semester stresses an intensive grammar review with emphasis on verb usage, tense sequencing, and pronoun usage. The second semester is devoted entirely to the integration of all four skills in preparation for the AP Exam. Vocabulary acquisition and refinement are emphasized throughout the year. French is spoken exclusively by the students and the teacher with exceptions made only for grammar clarification. Students are required to take the AP Exam.
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and/or Department approval.

614 - German I (College Prep A) Grade 9, 10
This is an introductory course designed to develop the student’s ability to communicate in a limited manner. Through basic material presented in various forms, the student learns to listen, understand, and speak German. Fundamental grammatical concepts are introduced, and writing is practiced in a controlled manner. Cultural information is presented through the text and the accompanying film series. The course emphasizes the understanding and speaking of the language.
Prerequisite: Language Placement Test and/or Approval of Office of Academic Affairs.

624 - German II (College Prep A) Grade 9, 10, 11
German II continues what has been presented and learned in German I. Communication is enhanced orally as well as in reading, writing, and listening forms. More complex grammatical structures are introduced, drilled, and mastered. Students continue to communicate orally within the class situation and begin to read more complex material in the text. Cultural information on the three German-speaking countries is continued and is presented through the text and the accompanying video series.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of German I & teacher recommendation.

623 - Honors German II Grade 9, 10
This course is taken in conjunction with German II (624). It meets as an individual Honors class on the sixth day of the cycle. Additional material includes a variety of German readings and class discussions in conjunction with regular vocabulary quizzes. The course is held almost exclusively in German. 
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and/or Department approval

634 - German III (College Prep A) Grades 10, 11, 12
This is an elective course, which provides increased practice in listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. At this level, the complexity of the material increases in difficulty so that all the language skills are enhanced. While there is continued practice in listening and speaking, more complex reading is emphasized both in the text and in supplementary materials. Written work is stressed through accurate completion of homework exercises and essays. Cultural information on the three German-speaking countries is continued and presented through the text and occasional articles and films.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of German II & teacher recommendation.

633 - Honors German III Grade 10, 11
This course is taken in conjunction with German III (634). It meets as an individual Honors class on the sixth day of the cycle. Additional course material includes a variety of German readings and class discussions in conjunction with vocabulary quizzes. The course is held almost exclusively in German.
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation & Department approval.

617 - Spanish I (College Prep A) Grade 9, 10
This course emphasizes the development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. There is a strong emphasis on vocabulary acquisition and grammatical structures. There are 12 units to be covered in the first year; each unit is comprised of four components: conversational vocabulary, a cultural perspective, grammar, and writing activities. This curriculum utilizes media, text, workbook, language lab, and instructor to impart the target language to the student. The language lab is an integral part of our program as it enables the students to practice their listening and speaking skills in a stress-free environment.
Prerequisite: Language Placement Test and/or Approval of Office of Academic Affairs.

616 - Honors Spanish I Grade 9
This course emphasizes the development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. There is a strong focus on grammatical structure and vocabulary acquisition. Special emphasis is placed on conducting the class totally in Spanish by the last quarter of the year. Recordings of native speakers are used for listening comprehension and a video also accompanies each unit for vocabulary recognition and cultural aspects. The language lab is an integral part of the curriculum as it allows the students to practice their listening and speaking skills effectively. The curriculum also focuses on the daily culture of Hispanic life such as family customs, holiday traditions, and popular pastimes. Nine to ten units are covered throughout the academic year.
Prerequisite: Language Placement Test and/or Approval of Office of Academic Affairs.

627 - Spanish II (College Prep A) Grade 9, 10, 11
Spanish II continues the study of introductory grammar and verb usage from Spanish I, while presenting the preterit, the imperfect, future, and conditional forms. Several new grammatical structures are covered, including the usage of direct and indirect object pronouns and reflexive pronouns. The course provides for further development of listening and speaking skills through dialogues via various audio resources with increased practice in reading and writing Spanish. The study of South American countries, idiomatic expressions, and useful vocabulary is emphasized by means of the text and supplementary materials. Eight chapters are covered throughout the academic year.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish I & teacher recommendation.

626 - Honors Spanish II Grade 9, 10
This is an advanced course designed for more rapid development of listening and speaking skills while expanding reading and writing skills. Students are expected to speak in the target language as much as possible. Grammar content is extensive, including an in-depth study of the preterit and imperfect, and the formation and 
use of the subjunctive mood. Vocabulary topics are drilled orally, through written assignments and supplementary readings. Students are expected to write compositions and maintain a rapid pace of instruction. The language lab is an integral part of the program. Nine to ten chapters are covered throughout the academic year.
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and/or Department approval.

637 - Spanish III (College Prep A) Grades 10, 11, 12
This course continues the development of skills begun in earlier courses. This course uses more controlled composition exercises and sophisticated reading practice than the previous levels. Grammatical structures include present subjunctive, preterit versus imperfect, present perfect and the imperative (formal and informal commands). Written and oral communication in Spanish will be emphasized, along with listening and reading. Cultural readings and supplementary materials are used to help practice these skills in preparation for upper-level Spanish courses.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish II & teacher recommendation.

636 - Honors Spanish III Grades 10, 11
This intensive course continues to sharpen all skills begun in the first two years of the language. In aural comprehension, the student’s goal is to understand native speech at a usual conversational pace on a broad variety of subjects. In speaking, the student works toward developing native fluency. Reading is at the student's intellectual level in the target language. Writing of many types is developed, narrative, critical, descriptive, and expository. The language lab is an integral part of the program. This course is the basis for the AP/Honors IV programs in the fourth year.
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and/or Department approval.

638 - Spanish III (College Prep B) Grades 11, 12
This elective course is designed to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing proficiency in Spanish. It is addressed to students with varying abilities. Pragmatic use of the language in everyday situations is the focus. Basic grammar is reviewed and reinforced through text and workbook exercises. Coordinated listening programs develop the students’ auditory skills. The language lab is an integral part of the program. Text readings offer narrative insights into the history, geography, culture, and people of the Hispanic world.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish II & teacher recommendation.

647 - Spanish IV (College Prep A) Grades 11, 12
The class is conducted almost exclusively in Spanish. This course advances the student’s ability to read, write, and to converse in Spanish through daily vocabulary study, extensive practice in verb conjugation, Spanish films, and short story readings. Students will utilize the language lab for intensive oral and listening comprehension. Writing compositions are an integral part of this course.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish III & Teacher recommendation.

646 - Honors Spanish IV Grades 11, 12
This course is intended to give the students further instruction and practice in advanced listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Extensive vocabulary expansion occurs in every chapter. Original, native targeted, printed and audio materials are used in class. Oral presentations and class discussions are conducted completely in Spanish. It is specifically designed to prepare the student for AP Spanish.
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and/or Department approval.

648 - Spanish IV (College Prep B) Grades 12
This course emphasizes the fundamentals of grammar necessary for effective oral and written communication. The course will use a thematic vocabulary approach to improve the student’s speaking, listening, and writing skills. Oral and written projects are an integral part of student’s skill assessment. Proper grammar usage is reviewed, and several new topics are taught throughout the academic year.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish III & Teacher recommendation.

657 - Spanish V (College Prep A) Grade 12
The course continues student development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through the study of the Spanish-speaking countries of the world. The course will also feature high-level vocabulary for a variety of topics. This will facilitate the discussion of these countries in a modern global context. A greater emphasis on the study of Spanish and Hispanic culture through three types of readings: historical, literary, and journalistic Student-led presentations on various aspects of life in specific Spanish-speaking countries will be a regular component of this course.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Spanish II & Teacher recommendation.

658 - Honors Spanish V Grade 12
This course is designed to continue the development of a student’s listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through the study of the Spanish-speaking countries of the world. The course will also feature high-level vocabulary for topics such as politics and economics. This will facilitate the discussion of these countries in a modern global context. The emphasis of the course is the study of Spanish and Hispanic culture through historical, literary, and journalistic readings, and through videos featuring authentic footage from various regions of the Hispanic world. Student-led presentations on various aspects of life in specific Spanish-speaking countries will be a regular component of this course.
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and/or Department approval.

.656 - Advanced Placement Spanish Grade 12
This course is an advanced-level Spanish language course intended to prepare students to take the required Advanced Placement Spanish Examination. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills are developed through various learning activities. Listening and speaking practice is done in the classroom and in the language lab daily. Vocabulary development, grammar review, composition practice and reading selections in literature, art, history, and current cultural topics are an integral part of the course, as well as in-class discussions and critical thinking. This class is conducted entirely in Spanish.
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and/or Department approval.

This is an introductory course in which the student will explore a variety of areas of the Chinese language. Topics include, but not limited to people, weather, greetings, calendar, and time. Culture will also be explored throughout the course.

654H– Honors History of France and Francophone Civilizations    Grade 12
This elective course explores the culture and civilization of France and the Francophone world. Through an investigation of the social, political, and artistic aspects of the target culture, students develop greater insight into the global implications of cultural practices. By comparing and contrasting their own culture with that of French-speaking peoples, students develop the intercultural competency that allows them to recognize various perspectives on global issues and analyze alternative solutions. French will be spoken exclusively.
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation and/or Department approval. 

612H - Honors French I Grade 9, 10
This introductory course will cover the acquisition of basic vocabulary, grammar, and syntax essential to developing listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. This first level builds student’s confidence and quickly develops basic conversation skills, students immediately receive and communicate in- formation in French. The language lab is an integral part of the academic curriculum that allows the students to practice and reinforce their language skills. Listening comprehension provides a highly effective introduction to the language by reinforcing pronunciation, vocabulary, and speaking with the right use of grammar and verb concepts learned during each unit. Additional materials are presented along with vocabulary quizzes.
Prerequisite: Language Placement Test and/or Approval of Office of Academic Affairs.