World Languages

List of 13 items.

• French I

  This course introduces students to the French language. Through speaking activities, the study of grammar, writing assignments, and short reading samples, the student gains a basic knowledge of the language. The exploration of French culture also has an important place in daily lessons. After completion of this course, students are able to converse in a variety of situations using basic French.
  
  Year – 10 units
  
  

  Prerequisite: 

  Students must be a freshman or sophomore, or have already successfully completed the study of a language other than English.

  
  

   This course is UC-approved on the “e” list.

  
  
  

• French II

  This course continues to emphasize oral comprehension and speaking skills while developing a stronger grasp of vocabulary and correct grammatical structures. Individual and group work refine speaking and writing skills. Students continue to study French culture and begin engaging with elementary reading selections.
  
  Year – 10 units
  
  

  Prerequisite: 

  Students must have earned C- or higher in French I.
  
  

  This course is UC-approved on the “e” list. 

  
  
  

• French III

  This advanced course is conducted primarily in French. The goal of this course is to develop communication, comprehension, grammar, and understanding of culture and literature. Classes are designed to give the learner an opportunity to use the language in authentic socio-cultural contexts. The students read articles, poetry, and current events in French. Oral fluency is stressed and writing skills are polished.
  
  Year – 10 units
  
  This course is UC-approved on the “e” list.
  
  Prerequisites:
  Students must have earned C or higher in French II.

• French IV

  This advanced course is conducted entirely in French. Students are expected to communicate in French during class at all times. Oral fluency, vocabulary building, essay writing, and the discovery of French civilization are the primary goals of the course. The learners will read and analyze short stories, poetry, and current events. Students with exceptional writing, reading, speaking, listening, and analytical abilities may qualify with departmental approval to prepare for the AP® French Language and Culture Exam on an independent study basis while taking this course.
  
  Year - 10 units
  
  This course is UC-approved on the “e” list.
  
  

  Prerequisite: 

  Students must have earned B- or higher in French III.

• Spanish I

  This course introduces students to the Spanish Language. Through speaking activities, the study of grammar, writing assignments, and short reading samples, the student gains a basic knowledge of the language. The exploration of Spanish culture also has an important place in daily lessons. After completion of this course, students are able to converse in a variety of situations using basic Spanish and read and write simple paragraphs.
  
  Year – 10 units
  
  

  Prerequisite: 

  Students must be a freshman or sophomore, or have already successfully completed the study of a language other than English.

• Spanish II

  This course continues to emphasize listening comprehension, writing, and speaking skills learned in Spanish I, while developing a broader and stronger grasp of vocabulary and grammatical structures. Students also read current-event articles in Spanish and write more complex paragraphs.
  
  Year – 10 units
  
  

  Prerequisite: 

  Students must have earned C- or better in Spanish I, or have 

  demonstrated mastery on the Spanish Challenge Exam.
  
  

  This course is UC-approved on the “e” list.

  
  

• Honors Spanish II

  This course continues to emphasize listening comprehension, writing, and speaking skills learned in Spanish I, while developing a broader and stronger grasp of vocabulary and grammatical structures. Students also read current-event articles in Spanish and write more complex paragraphs.
  
  Year – 10 units
  
  This course is UC-approved on the “e” list.
  
  

  Prerequisites: 

  Students must have earned an “A-” or better in Spanish I, or have demonstrated mastery on the Spanish Challenge Exam.

  
  
  
  

• Honors Spanish II for Spanish Speakers

  This is an accelerated course which is designed specifically for Spanish speakers. Students will enrich their vocabulary and knowledge of grammar with the aim of improving spelling and writing skills. There will be emphasis on listening and written comprehension and oral and written expressions. Students will also read articles about current events from Spanish newspapers and magazines and write short essays. Students who earn a C- or higher, receive an extra point towards their grade point average.
  
  Year – 10 units
  
  

  Prerequisites: 

  Students must have demonstrated mastery on the Spanish Challenge Exam and have successfully completed an oral exam.

  
  
  

• Spanish III

  This advanced course is conducted primarily in Spanish. This course is for serious Spanish language students who want to increase their fluency and improve their understanding and writing skills. Vocabulary knowledge is increased through games, short contemporary texts, and listening comprehension. Students are required to write in a variety of tenses, be able to summarize texts, and present a minimum of one cultural project to the class per semester.
  
  Year – 10 units
  
  

  Prerequisites: 

  Students must have earned a C or higher in Spanish II.

   
  This course is UC-approved on the “e” list.

• Honors Spanish III

  This advanced course is conducted primarily in Spanish. This course is for the very serious Spanish learner. It is an accelerated course that emphasizes conversation and essay writing. The learner increases vocabulary through reading and writing and begins to understand the finer points of Spanish grammar. Students enhance Spanish comprehension by reading contemporary texts and are required to complete a major project each quarter. This course is UC-approved on the “e” list.

  
  Year – 10 units
  
  

  Prerequisites: 

  Students must have earned an “A-” or higher in Spanish II, or “B-” or higher in Honors Spanish II.

  
  

  This course is UC-approved on the “e” list.

  
  

• Honors Spanish III for Spanish Speakers

  This is an accelerated course which builds upon the knowledge gained in Honors Spanish II for Spanish speakers. It is designed to develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills for students who are proficient in Spanish. Grammar and vocabulary will be reviewed with the aim of improving essay writing and email skills and students will read articles of cultural interest in order to prepare them for the AP Spanish Language and culture course. Students who earn a C- or higher receive an extra point towards their grade point average.
  
  Year – 10 units
  
  

  Prerequisites: 

  Students must have successfully passed H Spanish II for Spanish Speakers.

  
  This course is UC-approved on the “e” list.

• AP® Spanish Language and Culture

  This is the equivalent of an upper-intermediate college level course that emphasizes communication by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills in real-life situations. It includes vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, and cultural awareness. The course is taught almost exclusively in Spanish and engages students in an exploration of culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. The course develops students’ awareness and appreciation of cultural products, practices, and perspectives by exploring six themes: Beauty and Aesthetics; Contemporary Life; Families and Communities; Global Challenges;Personal and Public Identities; and Science and Technology. Students are required to take the AP® Spanish Language and Culture Exam in the spring.
  
  Year – 10 units
  
  

  Prerequisites: 

  Students must have earned a “B-” or higher in Honors Spanish III or Spanish IV. A student with an A- or higher in Spanish III may also qualify after demonstrating mastery of the challenge exam.
  
  

  This course is UC-approved on the “e” list.

• Spanish IV

  This advanced course is conducted entirely in Spanish. Students are expected to deliver short presentations and conduct discussions in Spanish. They read short stories and poetry by well-known authors. Students also write essays and summarize stories and movies. In addition, a major cultural project per semester is required. Grammar is addressed in written and oral work. In the second semester, students attend Napa Valley Language Academy weekly to assist teachers with elementary school children in Spanish-speaking classrooms.
  
  Year – 10 units 
  
  

  Prerequisites: 

  Students must have earned a C-” or higher in Honors Spanish III, or “B-” or higher in Spanish III.

  
  This course is UC-approved on the “e” list.