All Foreign Language department courses are aligned with the California State Standards for Foreign Language and meet the UC/CSU "E" requirements for language other than English, except as noted.


FRENCH:

French I   9, 10, 11, 12                                                                   10 Credits

This class is an introduction to the French language that gives the student a basic command of the skills in reading, writing, and speaking French. An introduction to French culture is included.


French II   10, 11, 12                                                                     10 Credits

This class reinforces basic skills and introduces formal grammar and elements of French culture. Completes two-year sequence. Basic text comprehension, presented in both oral and written form, is taught in this course.


French III   11, 12                                                                          10 Credits

This course continues the development begun in French II. The emphasis is on formal grammar and continues the study of the French culture. Reading is intensified as students are exposed to French literature. Speaking and writing take an important place; the students must make an oral presentation in French ever month in front of the class and submit a written report to the teacher.


French IV   12                                                                                10 Credits

This course continues the development begun in French III. The emphasis is on the student's ability to understand spoken French in various contexts, developing a vocabulary sufficiently ample for reading different writings without dependence on a dictionary, and the ability to express themselves with reasonable fluency in both written and spoken French.


AP French Language 12                                                                   10 Credits

Prerequisite: A grade of 'A' for both semesters of French III.
This course continues the development begun in French III and prepares students for the AP examination in French. It emphasizes the use of language for active communication and helps students develop the ability to understand spoken French in various contexts, developing a vocabulary sufficiently ample for reading different writings without dependence on a dictionary, and the ability to express themselves with reasonable fluency in both written and spoken French. Students who take this class are required to take the AP exam.


SPANISH:


Spanish I   9, 10, 11, 12                                                                   10 Credits

This course is designed to develop basic skills in reading, writing, speaking, listening to and understanding Spanish. The curriculum emphasizes grammar and cultural awareness. A computer-assisted program is included for tutorial practice.


Spanish I Accelerated   9, 10, 11                                                      10 Credits

Prerequisite: Passing score of 70 or higher on the placement test.
This language course is for native Spanish speakers. This is a course designed to improve the student's listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills and moves at a quicker pace than Spanish I. Computer-assisted program software is included for tutorial activities related to every lesson. A Spanish reading text and workbook are used in addition to the textbook for this class.


Spanish II   10, 11, 12                                                                     10 Credits

This course continues the development begun in Spanish I, emphasizes formal grammar and introduces the study of Hispanic culture. A computer-assisted program is included for tutorial practice.


Spanish II Accelerated   9, 10, 11, 12                                               10 Credits

Prerequisite: Passing grade in Spanish IA or 90 or higher on the placement test.
This course is the second year of language for native Spanish speakers. The course strives to build the student s ability to understand, speak, read, and write in Spanish. Hispanic culture continues to be a very important element of the class. A computer program is used to expand students' vocabulary and grammar.


Spanish III   10, 11, 12                                                                    10 Credits

Prerequisite: A grade of B of higher for the entire year in Spanish II.
This course continues the development of Spanish skills. The emphasis is on formal grammar and writing and the study of the Hispanic culture in addition to the emphasis given to literature. Drills are offered to develop students preparation for the Advanced Placement examination. A computer program is included as part of this course.


AP Spanish Language   11, 12                                                          10 Credits

Prerequisite: A grade of A in both semesters of Spanish II or Spanish III.
This course gives students higher levels of learning in speaking, reading, writing, and listening. The class is designed for students preparing for the Advanced Placement Examination in Spanish. Students who take this class are required to take the AP exam.


AP Spanish Literature   11, 12                                                          10 Credits

Prerequisite: A grade of A in either Spanish III or AP Spanish Language.
This course is for fluent speakers of Spanish. The emphasis is on formal grammar and writing It also continues the understanding of the Hispanic culture with an additional emphasis given to Spanish literature and writing. Drills are offered to develop students' preparation for the Advanced Placement examination in Spanish Literature. Students who take this class are required to take the AP exam.