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Learning a foreign language is not only essential for a
well-rounded education, but most colleges now require at
least two years of the same high school foreign
language.
FRENCH I (Regular) FL131 Grades
9, 10, 11, 12
French I (Regular) is an introduction to the basic
skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing in
French. A cultural overview of life in France is also part
of the course content. It is recommended that students earn
at least an 86 average in two previous semesters of
English.
PREREQUISITES - None Credit 1
FRENCH I (Honors) FL138 Grades
9, 10, 11, 12
French I (Honors) is designed for students with an above
average aptitude in language. Extra emphasis is placed on
speaking the language, on vocabulary acquisition, on
composition and on learning about French customs and
culture. At least a 94 English average and a 90 overall
grade point average are recommended. French I Honors is
recommended for students who wish to pursue more than 2
years of French.
PREREQUISITES - Teacher recommendation required. Credit
1
FRENCH II (Regular) FL231
Grades 10, 11, 12
French II (Regular) is a continuation of French I and is
designed for students who wish to satisfy the two year
language requirement for graduation or the University path
and college entrance. It is recommended that students have
at least an 84 average in French I.
PREREQUISITES - FRENCH I Credit 1
FRENCH II (Honors) FL238 Grades
10, 11, 12
French II (Honors) is designed for students with above
average aptitude in language acquisition. The course is a
continuation of French I with special emphasis on speaking
the language. Use of correct French grammar and development
of writing skills are important components of this course.
It is strongly recommended that students have a least a 94
average in French I. French II Honors is recommended for
students who wish to pursue more than 2 years of French.
PREREQUISITES - FRENCH I; Teacher recommendation required.
Credit 1
FRENCH III (Honors) FL338
Grades 11, 12
French III is designed for students who want to increase
their language proficiency and build their fluency in the
French language. Knowledge and mastery of grammar are
stressed as well as the naturalness of the spoken French.
Outside readings are also included in the program. It is
strongly recommended that students have at least a 90
average in French II (Honors) or a 94 average in French II
(Regular).
PREREQUISITES - French III; Teacher recommendation required.
Credit 1
AP FRENCH FL439 Grade 12
Advanced Placement French follows the course description
established by The College Board for French language. The
course is intended for students who have chosen to develop
proficiency in French language. Student must have a good
working knowledge of French grammar and considerable
competency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. An
"A" average in all previous French courses is strongly
recommended. The student will be required to take the AP
French exam in May. The cost is $75 at the beginning of the
year.
PREREQUISITES - French III; Teacher recommendation required.
Credit 1
Memo of Understanding
GERMAN I FL141 Grades 9, 10,
11, 12
German I is an introduction to the basic skills of
speaking, reading and writing German. Emphasis is put on
functional conversation and accuracy in writing. Basic
vocabulary and grammar are studied. A cultural overview of
German-speaking countries is also part of the course
content. It is recommended that students have at least a "B"
average in English.
PREREQUISITES - None Credit 1
German I (HONORS) FL148 Grades
9, 10, 11, 12
German I (Honors) is designed for linguistically
talented students who have maintained at least a 94 average
in eighth grade language arts. Extra emphasis is placed on
speaking the language and studying German customs and
culture.
PREREQUISITES - German I Credit 1
GERMAN II FL241 Grades 10, 11,
12
German II is a continuation of German I. Emphasis is put
on good grammar and on reading and speaking skills. The
history of Germany is also studied. Students with at least a
"B" average in German I are recommended for this course.
PREREQUISITES - German I Credit 1
GERMAN II (HONORS) FL248 Grades
10, 11, 12
German II (Honors) is designed for linguistically
talented students who maintained at least a 90 average in
German I (Honors) or a 94 average in German I (regular). The
course is a continuation of German I (Honors) with a strong
emphasis placed on all communication skills.
PREREQUISITES - German I; Teacher recommendation required.
Credit 1
GERMAN III (HONORS) FL348
Grades 11, 12
German III is designed for students with a strong interest
in speaking, reading and writing German. The emphasis of
this course is on reading literature, discussing it in
German, as well as on improving the spoken language and
conversational skills. It is recommended that students have
an 86 average in German II.
PREREQUISITES - German II; Teacher recommendation required.
Credit 1
ADVANCED PLACEMENT GERMAN FL449
Grade 12
Advanced Placement German is designed for students who
have chosen to develop proficiency in German language.
Course content will reflect intellectual interests in the
arts, current events, literature, sports, etc. In addition
to standard textbooks and anthologies, materials will
include recordings, films, newspapers, magazines, and
contemporary literature. Students must have a good working
knowledge of German grammar and competency in listening,
speaking, reading, and writing. A "B" average in all
previous German courses is recommended. Students will be
required to take the AP German exam in May. The cost will be
$75 at the beginning of the year.
PREREQUISITES - German III; Teacher recommendation required.
Credit 1
Memo of Understanding
LATIN I FL111 Grades 9, 10,
11,12
Latin I emphasizes the language, history and culture of
the Ancient Romans. Latin I stresses grammar, vocabulary,
mythology and culture. The study of Latin benefits the
student in areas of English vocabulary and grammar. An "A"
in English is highly recommended.
PREREQUISITES - English Teacher recommendation required.
Credit 1
LATIN I (HONORS) FL118 Grades
9
Latin I (Honors) is designed for linguistically talented
students who have maintained at least a 94 average in eighth
grade language arts. Students who take Latin (Honors) must
be enrolled in English I (Honors) concurrently.
PREREQUISITES - Teacher recommendation required. Credit
1
LATIN II FL211 Grades 10, 11,
12
Latin II also stresses the language, history mythology
and culture of the Ancient Romans with emphasis on the
translation of the Argonauts and Caeser's Commentaries on
the Gallic Wars. An average of at least a "B" in Latin I is
recommended for this course.
PREREQUISITES-Latin I Credit 1
LATIN II (HONORS) FL218 Grades
10, 11, 12
Latin II (Honors) is a continuation of Latin I (Honors).
Students who enroll in this course must have at least a 90
average in Latin I (Honors) or a 94 average in Latin I
(Regular).
PREREQUISITES - Latin I; Teacher recommendation required.
Credit 1
LATIN III HONORS FL318 Grade
11, 12
This extensive course is designed to reinforce basic
Latin grammar and to expose students to authentic Latin
literature (poetry and prose). Analytical writing is an
integral part of the course. A "90" average in Latin II
Honors is recommended.
PREREQUISITES - Latin II Honors; Teacher recommendation
required. Credit 1
AP LATIN CATULLUS/OVID FL319
Grade 12
This rigorous course is restricted to fourth-year Latin
students. It emphasizes grammar, translation, reading
comprehension, and analytical writing. Students will read
selections from the poets Ovid and Catullus. A final
qualifying examination is required. The Advance Placement
course fee of $75 must be paid at the beginning of the year.
An "A" average in Latin III is recommended.
PREREQUISITES - Latin III Honors; Teacher recommendation
required. Credit 1
Memo of Understanding
SPANISH I (REGULAR) FL151
Grades 9, 10, 11, 12
Spanish I focuses on building a foundation for future
proficiency in the Spanish language. Reading, writing,
listening, and speaking the language are emphasized. The
course content includes grammar, vocabulary and a cultural
overview of the Spanish-speaking countries. It is
recommended that students earn at least an 86 average in the
previous two semesters of English.
PREREQUISITES - None Credit 1
SPANISH I (HONORS) FL158 Grades
9, 10, 11, 12
Spanish I Honors is designed for linguistically talented
students with at least a 94 average in English from the
previous two semesters an an overall 90 GPA. The course
content contains advanced grammar material, additional
vocabulary as well as a concentrated emphasis on speaking
and writing. The cultural material on the Spanish-speaking
countries is covered in this class. Spanish I Honors is
recommended for students who wish to pursue more than 2
years of Spanish.
PREREQUISITES-Teacher recommendation required. Credit
1
SPANISH II (REGULAR) FL251
Grades 10, 11, 12
Spanish II is a continuation of Spanish I with
additional emphasis on communication skills and higher level
of grammar. An average of at least an 84 in Spanish I is
recommended for this course. A cultural overview of Spanish
speaking regions is included.
PREREQUISITES - Spanish I; Teacher recommendation required.
Credit 1
SPANISH II (HONORS) FL258
Grades 10, 11, 12
Spanish II Honors is designed for linguistically
talented students. The course is a continuation of Spanish I
with more emphasis placed on all communication skills.
Spanish II (Honors) consists of additional requirements in
the areas of advanced grammar, vocabulary, and culture. It
is strongly recommended that student have a 94 English
average and an overall 90 grade point average. Spanish II
Honors is recommended for students who wish to pursue more
than 2 years of Spanish.
PREREQUISITES - Spanish I; Teacher recommendation required.
Credit 1
SPANISH III (HONORS) FL358
Grades 11, 12
Spanish III Honors includes an advanced study of
grammatical structure and an introduction to literature.
Communication skills and vocabulary growth are emphasized.
Students in this course should have at least a 94 in a
regular Spanish II class and a 90 in an Honors Spanish II
class.
PREREQUISITES - Spanish II; Teacher recommendation required.
Credit 1
SPANISH IV (HONORS) FL458 Grade
12
Spanish IV Honors includes a review of grammatical
structures and emphasizes vocabulary growth and further
development of communication skills. The course of study
will include a survey of Spanish and Hispanic history, art
and literature. An 86 average is recommended in Spanish
III.
PREREQUISITES - Spanish III; Teacher recommendation
required. Credit 1
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