Spanish
This is a beginner course for students who have no Spanish background. Native speakers of Spanish should arrange an interview with the Spanish teacher to discuss best placement in either the 20 or 30 level course or to discuss a course challenge.
SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE 10-3Y
Credits: 5 Prerequisite: None
In this introductory course, students will learn basic vocabulary and expressions. Using this knowledge, they will be able to participate in conversations and to write fundamental paragraphs. Some areas of study include personal interests, family and friends, sports, food and travel. Most conversation will be in the present and future tenses. Additionally, students will also learn about the Spanish culture through various classroom activities.
SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE 10-3Y ADVANCED PLACEMENT
Credits: 5 Prerequisite: none
Students are immersed in Spanish language and culture to expand their vocabulary, grammar, idiomatic expressions, and cultural information pertaining to the Spanish-speaking world. By the end of the course series, students will present, interpret and negotiate meanings through constant communication in Spanish language and be prepared for the Spanish Language and Culture Advanced Placement exam. This course series is recommended for beginner Spanish language learners.
SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE 20-3Y
Credits: 5 Prerequisite: Spanish 10-3Y or recommendation of current teacher at CHHS
This intermediate course will build on the basic vocabulary and grammar acquired in Spanish 10. Students will participate in more complex conversations and written communication. Some areas of study will include shopping, health, food, daily routines, travel and sports. Conversations will progress from present and future tense use to the past tense. Additionally, students will continue learning about the Spanish culture through various classroom activities.
SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE 20-3Y ADVANCED PLACEMENT
Credits: 5 Prerequisite: Spanish 10-3Y AP Cohort or recommendation of current teacher at CHHS
Students are immersed in Spanish language and culture to expand their vocabulary, grammar, idiomatic expressions, and cultural information pertaining to the Spanish-speaking world. By the end of the course series, students will present, interpret and negotiate meanings through constant communication in Spanish language and be prepared for the Spanish Language and Culture Advanced Placement exam. This course series is recommended for beginner Spanish language learners.
SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE 30-3Y
Credits: 5 Prerequisite: Spanish 20-3Y or recommendation of current teacher at CHHS
This course will build on the basic vocabulary and grammar acquired in Spanish 10 and 20. Students will improve their proficiency in Spanish by using the target language to communicate factual information, to explore opinions and to express ideas. They will speak with clear pronunciation and intonation in rehearsed and spontaneous situations, select appropriate words and phrases, and communicate with reasonable grammatical accuracy. One unit of study will include Spanish short stories. Additionally, students will continue learning about the Spanish culture through various classroom activities.
SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE 30-3Y ADVANCED PLACEMENT
Credits: 5 Prerequisite: Spanish 20-3Y AP Cohort
Students are immersed in Spanish language and culture to expand their vocabulary, grammar, idiomatic expressions, and cultural information pertaining to the Spanish-speaking world. By the end of the course series, students will present, interpret and negotiate meanings through constant communication in Spanish language and be prepared for the Spanish Language and Culture Advanced Placement exam. This course series is recommended for beginner Spanish language learners.