Courses

American Sign Language 1

This course will teach basic signs, grammar, fingerspelling, and the cultural aspects of deafness. Students will learn basic communication as well as song signing. Total participation is mandatory in order to properly learn the language. Activities will include but not be limited to: working in pairs or groups, role playing, skits, songs, and presentations. In addition to written homework, students are expected to study/practice the language outside the classroom on a daily basis. Students will also be required to complete a book report and attend one out-of-class function. Students will be encouraged to join the Sign Language Club, however, non-participation in the club will not have any bearing on the students grade in the course. This course is aligned to standards provided by the American Sign Language Teachers Association.

American Sign Language 2

This course will teach a continuum of signs, grammar, fingerspelling, and the cultural aspects of deafness.  Students will continue to learn communication as well as song signing.  Total participation is mandatory in order to properly learn the language.  Activities will included but not be limited to: working in pairs or groups, role playing, skits, songs, and presentations.  In addition to written homework, students are expected to study/practice the language outside the classroom on a daily basis.  Students will also be required to complete a book report and attend one out-of-class function per semester.

American Sign Language 3 Honors

Students in American Sign Language 3 will learn a continuum of signs, grammar, finger spelling, and the cultural aspects of deafness. Students will continue to learn communication as well as song signing. A commitment from the student is mandatory in order to properly learn the language. Activities will include but not be limited to: working individually, in pairs or in groups; role playing; skits; songs; and presentations. In addition to written homework, students are expected to study/practice the language outside the classroom on a daily basis. Students will also be required to complete a book report and attend one out-of-class function per semester. This course is aligned to the standards for foreign language with the five goal areas specified by the National Foreign Language Standards and meets the University of California admissions requirements.

French 1

The modern language standards are meant to be inclusive of all languages and are not written for any specific language, however, all languages are different and have different vocabulary, syntactic structures, sound systems, writing systems, and represent different cultures. The standards for foreign language are aligned with the five goal areas specified by the National Foreign Language Standards as follows: communication, cultures, connections, comparisons, and communities. There are a total of eleven (11) standards. These standards are general in nature and apply to all levels of foreign language instruction. For each of the eleven standards, there are specific objectives that define what students should know and be able to do upon completion of a particular level of instruction. In addition, performance indicators, or examples of student performance and appropriate classroom activities, are provided for many of the objectives.

French 2

The modern language standards are meant to be inclusive of all languages and are not written for any specific language, however, all languages are different and have different vocabulary, syntactic structures, sound systems, writing systems, and represent different cultures. The standards for foreign language are aligned with the five goal areas specified by the National Foreign Language Standards as follows: communication, cultures, connections, comparisons, and communities. There are a total of eleven (11) standards. These standards are general in nature and apply to all levels of foreign language instruction. For each of the eleven standards, there are specific objectives that define what students should know and be able to do upon completion of a particular level of instruction. In addition, performance indicators, or examples of student performance and appropriate classroom activities, are provided for many of the objectives.

French 3

The modern language standards are meant to be inclusive of all languages and are not written for any specific language, however, all languages are different and have different vocabulary, syntactic structures, sound systems, writing systems, and represent different cultures. The standards for foreign language are aligned with the five goal areas specified by the National Foreign Language Standards as follows: communication, cultures, connections, comparisons, and communities. There are a total of eleven (11) standards. These standards are general in nature and apply to all levels of foreign language instruction. For each of the eleven standards, there are specific objectives that define what students should know and be able to do upon completion of a particular level of instruction. In addition, performance indicators, or examples of student performance and appropriate classroom activities, are provided for many of the objectives.

French 3 Honors

The modern language standards are meant to be inclusive of all languages and are not written for any specific language, however, all languages are different and have different vocabulary, syntactic structures, sound systems, writing systems, and represent different cultures. The standards for foreign language are aligned with the five goal areas specified by the National Foreign Language Standards as follows: communication, cultures, connections, comparisons, and communities. There are a total of eleven (11) standards. These standards are general in nature and apply to all levels of foreign language instruction. For each of the eleven standards, there are specific objectives that define what students should know and be able to do upon completion of a particular level of instruction. In addition, performance indicators, or examples of student performance and appropriate classroom activities, are provided for many of the objectives.

AP French

Advanced Placement courses follow the curriculum established by the College Board and emphasize the use of active communication through the following objectives: • The ability to comprehend formal and informal language. • the acquisition of vocabulary and a grasp of structure to allow the easy, accurate reading of newspaper and magazine articles, as well as modern literature in a specific foreign language. • the ability to compose expository passages. • The ability to express ideas orally with accuracy and fluency.

Spanish 1

The modern language standards are meant to be inclusive of all languages and are not written for any specific language, however, all languages are different and have different vocabulary, syntactic structures, sound systems, writing systems, and represent different cultures. The standards for foreign language are aligned with the five goal areas specified by the National Foreign Language Standards as follows: communication, cultures, connections, comparisons, and communities. There are a total of eleven (11) standards. These standards are general in nature and apply to all levels of foreign language instruction. For each of the eleven standards, there are specific objectives that define what students should know and be able to do upon completion of a particular level of instruction. In addition, performance indicators, or examples of student performance and appropriate classroom activities, are provided for many of the objectives.

Spanish 2

The modern language standards are meant to be inclusive of all languages and are not written for any specific language, however, all languages are different and have different vocabulary, syntactic structures, sound systems, writing systems, and represent different cultures. The standards for foreign language are aligned with the five goal areas specified by the National Foreign Language Standards as follows: communication, cultures, connections, comparisons, and communities. There are a total of eleven (11) standards. These standards are general in nature and apply to all levels of foreign language instruction. For each of the eleven standards, there are specific objectives that define what students should know and be able to do upon completion of a particular level of instruction. In addition, performance indicators, or examples of student performance and appropriate classroom activities, are provided for many of the objectives.

Spanish 3

The modern language standards are meant to be inclusive of all languages and are not written for any specific language, however, all languages are different and have different vocabulary, syntactic structures, sound systems, writing systems, and represent different cultures. The standards for foreign language are aligned with the five goal areas specified by the National Foreign Language Standards as follows: communication, cultures, connections, comparisons, and communities. There are a total of eleven (11) standards. These standards are general in nature and apply to all levels of foreign language instruction. For each of the eleven standards, there are specific objectives that define what students should know and be able to do upon completion of a particular level of instruction. In addition, performance indicators, or examples of student performance and appropriate classroom activities, are provided for many of the objectives.

Spanish 3 Honors

In this advanced language course, which is aligned with the California World Language Standards, students will continue to expand their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills and build cultural knowledge and understanding. To prepare students for the rigor of the 4th year of advanced placement course, grammar skills and vocabulary development are enhanced and intensified and will be assessed in oral, aural, reading comprehension, and written competencies. The variety and differences of cultures within the Spanish speaking world are highlighted and students will gain a greater understanding of various Hispanic cultures. This course is communication based and it is conducted primarily in Spanish. 

AP Spanish

Advanced Placement courses follow the curriculum established by the College Board and emphasize the use of active communication through the following objectives: • The ability to comprehend formal and informal language. • the acquisition of vocabulary and a grasp of structure to allow the easy, accurate reading of newspaper and magazine articles, as well as modern literature in a specific foreign language. • the ability to compose expository passages. • The ability to express ideas orally with accuracy and fluency.