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Spanish I
413spI QP 4.33 GR 9-11 YEAR 1 CREDIT
This course focuses on the basic foundation of grammar with a development of listening, speaking and reading skills for the student with limited or no previous knowledge of Spanish.

Spanish II
424spII QP 4.33 GR 9-12 YEAR 1 CREDIT
This course continues to emphasize the basic skills of oral expression, reading, and writing through the use of the text and supplemental materials. New grammatical skills are introduced and class participation requires increased use of the Spanish language.
Prerequisite: Spanish I.

Honors Spanish II
427spIIH QP 4.67 GR 9-12 YEAR 1 CREDIT This course continues to emphasize oral expression, reading, and writing through the use of the text and an additional reader. Composition skills are stressed. Prerequisites: 3.67 in Spanish I

Spanish III
434spIII QP 4.33 GR 10-12 YEAR 1 CREDIT This course entails a completion of the basic principles of grammar, composition skills, a survey of Spanish culture, and a practical application of conversational skills.
Prerequisite: 2.67 in Spanish II.

Honors Spanish III
437spIIIH QP 4.67 GR 10-12 YEAR 1 CREDIT
This course entails a completion and refinement of grammar principles and conversational skills. Aspects of Hispanic culture and literature are presented through selected readings. Prerequisites: 3.67 in Spanish II

Spanish Conversation and Culture
433 spconv QP 4.33 GR 10-12 YEAR 1 CREDIT This course expands on the study of grammar structures begun in levels I and II with activities designed to enhance all language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Through cultural readings and a grammar overview, students will expand vocabulary and acquire a better understanding of the Spanish language and an appreciation of Hispanic culture. This is a terminal course. Prerequisite: departmental approval.

Spanish IV
444spIV QP 4.33 GR 11, 12 YEAR 1 CREDIT
This course focuses on vocabulary enrichment, grammar review, and knowledge of Hispanic culture and civilization through selected readings. Prerequisite: Spanish III.

AP Spanish Language (Advanced Placement)
458splngAP QP 5.0 GR 11, 12 YEAR 1 CREDIT
AP Spanish Language is offered on a sequential basis to juniors and seniors who have been recommended for the course after having completed Spanish III honors or Spanish IV. The course is designed to refine, perfect, and enhance the four language skills, broaden students' understanding of Hispanic culture and foster interest in the study of the Spanish language. All students take the Advanced Placement Exam in May. Prerequisite: 3.67 in Honors Spanish III or Spanish IV or departmental recommendation.

 

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