American Sign Language I is an introduction of principles, methods, and techniques for communicating with people who sign. This course has a focus on the development of expressive and receptive sign skills, manual alphabet, numbers, and sign vocabulary. Students will gain an overview of syntax, grammar, and culture related to American Sign Language. 

American Sign Language II focuses on the development of expressive and receptive sign skills and sign vocabulary. Students will emphasize meaning rather than individual signs during conversation, focusing on the whole rather than parts of the message.

This course integrates and refines expressive and receptive skills in American Sign Language, including recognition of sociolinguistic variation. A practice-oriented approach to language acquisition with a demonstration of more sophisticated grammatical features of American Sign Language. There is an emphasis on increasing fluency and accuracy in fingerspelling and numbers. 

The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to Latin and to develop skills in the reading and writing of the language. Emphasis is placed on reading comprehension, understanding of grammar and its applicability to English, and vocabulary with English derivatives. Studies are made of the ancient Roman world, daily life, mythology, and history, including life, art, and architecture. 

Latin II is a continuation of Latin I. New grammar and concepts are introduced with an increased emphasis on reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Students will continue the study of Roman daily life with an emphasis on Roman entertainment, classical mythology with an emphasis on heroes, the study of Latin mottoes and abbreviations, Latin derivatives, and Roman history with a focus on the Regal Period and the Republic.

Latin III completes the grammar phase of our Latin offerings. During the second semester, students will read Latin selections that are slightly adapted or unadapted from such authors as Cicero, Catullus, Martial, Horace, Livy, and Pliny the Younger. This course continues the development of the four skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Students will continue the study of Latin derivatives, Roman history, Roman culture and classical mythology. 

Latin III completes the grammar phase of our Latin offerings. During the second semester, students will read Latin selections that are slightly adapted or unadapted from such authors as Cicero, Catullus, Martial, Horace, Livy, and Pliny the Younger. This course continues the development of the four skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Students will continue the study of Latin derivatives, Roman history, Roman culture and classical mythology. 

Latin IV Honors is approached thematically. Students will read and translate original Latin from a variety of writers according to themes such as slavery, entertainment, philosophy, the cena, pietas, religion, Latin inscriptions, and Roman art and architecture. As with all Latin courses, students will continue the development of the four skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. In addition, students will continue the study of Latin derivatives, Roman history, Roman culture, and classical mythology.

This course follows the College Board's Advanced Placement Curriculum syllabus covering selections from Caesar's De Bello Gallico and Vergil's Aeneid. The student will engage directly with the original texts of these authors with an emphasis on understanding, analyzing, and interpreting the authors' styles, motives, and the historical contexts in which their works were produced. The student will gain a sure grasp of advanced grammar and the ability to analyze Latin for its literary merits. Advanced topics in Roman history and culture will also be covered to provide detailed context for the works of focus.

This course introduces students to Spanish and develops their proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing in Spanish. Grammar and verb conjugations are introduced and practiced. At the end of Spanish I, students should be able to engage in simple conversations within the limitations of their knowledge of vocabulary and sentence structure. They will also become acquainted with cultures of Spanish-speaking countries.  

The four basic language skills introduced in Spanish I (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) are further developed in Spanish II. Conversational and reading materials are based upon Spanish and American life, thereby giving the student further insight into these cultures. Communication in the language remains the main goal; hence, classes are conducted in Spanish within practical limits. Vocabulary is also stressed, while reading serves to reinforce oral skills.

The four basic language skills introduced in Spanish I will be further developed in Spanish II. Vocabulary is stressed, while reading serves to reinforce oral skill. Communication in the language remains the main goal; hence, classes are conducted in Spanish within practical limits. Conversational and reading materials are based upon Spanish and American life, thereby giving the student some insight into these cultures.

The four basic language skills - - speaking, listening, reading, and writing - -introduced in Spanish I will be further developed in Spanish II. Vocabulary is stressed while reading serves to reinforce oral skill. Communication in the language remains the main goal; hence, classes are conducted exclusively in Spanish, and emphasis is placed on reinforcement of the four basic skills. Conversational and reading materials are based upon Spanish and American life, thereby giving the student some insight into these cultures.

In Spanish III, students are asked to communicate using more complex language. Vocabulary expands and students learn more grammar. Students transition into authentic literature and deal with broader themes and issues in the classroom. Classes are conducted in Spanish with English clarification and emphasis is placed on reinforcement of the four basic skills and increased cultural awareness. 

Spanish III Honors provides an enhanced understanding of the Spanish language and the life of the Spanish-speaking world. Continued emphasis is placed on increased proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Classes are conducted in Spanish with English clarification and emphasis is placed on reinforcement of the four basic skills and increased cultural awareness. This level implements the knowledge of the language in all its components: grammar, culture, communication and learning strategies.

This course provides an enhanced understanding of the Spanish language and the life of the Spanish-speaking world. Continued emphasis is given to increased proficiency in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Classes are conducted in Spanish with English clarification and emphasis is placed on reinforcement of the four basic skills and increased cultural awareness. This level implements the knowledge of the language in all its components: grammar, culture, communication and learning strategies. Students in the third level gain knowledge to understand cultural practices (what people do) and products (what people create) and to increase their understanding of other cultures as well as to interact with members of those cultures.

Spanish IV Honors combines critical thinking with communication by presenting the student with real-life issues. This level also provides an enhanced understanding of the Spanish language and the life of the Spanish-speaking world. Continued emphasis is given to increase proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Classes are conducted in Spanish and emphasis is placed on reinforcement of the four basic skills and increased cultural awareness. This level implements the knowledge of the language in all its components: grammar, culture, communication, and learning strategies. Students in the fourth level continue to gain knowledge to understand cultural practices (what people do) and products (what people create) and to increase their understanding of other cultures as well as to interact with members of those cultures.

Spanish IV H Literature introduces students to high-level critical thinking as it prepares them for success in the production of the Spanish language, while incorporating every theme in its own historical and cultural context. It also emphasizes the 5 Cs (Communication, Cultures, Comparisons, and Connections) and adds a sixth: Creativity. The chronological approach allows students to study the historical context in which the work was written and to appreciate how authors see, engage, and influence their world. It also encourages students to first examine each text within its own historical and cultural context, setting aside personal/cultural values of their time to hear the author's voice inside the text. At the same time, students are challenged with creative activities and authentic media exercises to cultivate interdisciplinary cultural comparisons.

This course follows College Board's Advanced Placement curriculum, allowing students to demonstrate an understanding of the culture(s), incorporate interdisciplinary topics (Connections), make comparisons between the native language and the target language and between cultures (Comparison), and use the target language in real-life settings (Communities). This level continues to provide an enhanced understanding of the Spanish language and the life of the Spanish-speaking world. A continuous emphasis is given to increase proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Classes are conducted in Spanish and emphasis is placed on reinforcement of the four basic skills and increased cultural awareness.