Level 1 (9-12)

Highly recommended: "C" in previous English course for French or Spanish, no prerequisite for German

Stage 1 develops the ability to "comprehend and produce formulaic language" (memorized words, phrases and sentences...) through basic vocabulary and grammar "that deal with discrete elements of daily life in highly predictable common daily settings." Aspects of the culture will also be taught through the development of the four language skills: Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing.

FRENCH 1, GERMAN 1, SPANISH 1

Level 2 (10-12)

Highly recommended: Completion of level one with "C" or better and teacher approval

Stage 2 further develops "the ability to comprehend and produce created language (sentences and strings of sentences) that deal with everyday courtesy requirements and topics related to self and the immediate environment in informal and transactional settings " through Intermediate grammar and vocabulary.  Completion of level two fulfills the University of California and California State University college entrance requirements.

FRENCH 2, GERMAN 2, SPANISH 2

Level 3 (10-12)

Highly recommended: Completion of level two with "C" or better and teacher approval

Stage 3 develops even further "the ability to comprehend and produce planned language (paragraphs and strings of paragraphs)" that deal with "factual topics of public interest in most informal and some formal settings." "Students move from the comfort of learned material to creating with the language." Vocabulary and grammatical structures increases. "Successful completion of Stage 3 outcomes may require a 4^th year of language study.

FRENCH 3, GERMAN 3, SPANISH 3

AP Language Level 4 (11-12)

Highly recommended: “C” or better in level 3 and teacher approval

This honors course or Stage 4 "demonstrates increasing mastery of Stage 3 performance outcomes." And develops "the ability to comprehend and produce extended language (oral and written essays) that deal with unfamiliar, abstract, practical, social, and professional topics in most formal and informal settings and problem situations."  It is strongly recommended that students take the AP Language Exam or the IB Standard Level Exam near the conclusion of the course.  Note:  IB Standard Level Exam does not earn college credit.

AP   FRENCH LANGUAGE 4, AP GERMAN LANUAGE 4, AP SPANISH 4

AP Literature Level 5 (12)

Highly recommended: “B” or better in level 4 and teacher approval

This honors course continues the mastery of Stage 4 extending the student's "ability to comprehend and produce" more "forms and styles of extended language tailored to various audiences from within the target-culture framework."  Students learn to analyze literary tests and become acquainted with the major literacy movements. Native speakers may achieve Stage 5 performance outcomes at this level.  It is strongly recommended that students take the AP Language Exam or the IB Standard Level Exam near the conclusion of the course.  Note:  IB Standard Level Exam does not earn college credit.

AP LITERATURE FRENCH 5, AP LITERATURE GERMAN 5, AP LITERATURE SPANISH 5

Spanish for Spanish Speakers 1 (9-12)

Highly recommended: Teacher approval, placement exam

This beginning course for fluent, literate, native Spanish speakers will help to strengthen the student's heritage and make the transition from a colloquial to a more formal command of the language. All language skills are improved.  With Spanish for Spanish Speakers 2, students can fulfill the college “E” language requirement equivalent to the Spanish 2 and 3 levels.

Spanish for Spanish Speakers 2 (10-12)

Highly recommended: "C" or better in Spanish for Spanish Speakers 1 and teacher approval

This intermediate to advanced language course for fluent native Spanish speakers focuses on reading comprehension, literary analysis and writing proficiency.  Prepares students for AP Spanish IV and AP Spanish V.  With Spanish for Spanish Speakers 1, students can fulfill the college “E” language requirement equivalent to the Spanish 3 and 4 levels.

American Sign Language 1 (9-12)

Highly recommended: "C" or better in previous English course

Introduces basic vocabulary, grammar and syntax to promote receptive and expressive skills. Presents the deaf culture: its folklore, poetry and humor. Discusses technological devices utilized by deaf people.

Note:  9^th grade enrollment limited.

American Sign Language 2 (10-12)

Highly recommended: "C" or better in ASL 1 and English

Expands the use of ASL to develop the student's conversational skills. Increases awareness of the deaf culture and their attitudes toward technological assistance. Completion of level two fulfills the University of California & California State University college entrance requirements.

American Sign Language 3 (11-12)

Highly recommended: "C" or better in ASL 1 and 2 and C or better in English