WORLD LANGUAGE

For entrance into a 4-year college or university in Tennessee, students must earn two credits in the SAME world language. Certain universities require three semesters for admission. 

FRENCH I - Single Block; One Semester; One Credit; 9th - 12th Grades; Prerequisites and/or Requirements: None. French I allows students to explore the facets of a foreign language and culture while learning to actively express themselves in the target language through oral and written expression. French I is designed so that students can explore and develop an appreciation for new cultures along with the language as well as see the place of French in the world and in the state of Tennessee as a viable language option. Students will develop a basic knowledge of French, which consists of listening, speaking and writing proficiency and reading comprehension. Cultural differences are also addressed. Note: It is strongly recommended that students earn at least a “C” in French I in order to go on to French II. 

FRENCH II - Single Block; One Semester; One Credit; 9th -12th Grades; Prerequisite and/or Requirements: Passing grade in French I. French II is designed to further increase proficiency in the language. Students will review and expand upon concepts learned in first year, and will add elements of French literature and history. Particular emphasis will also be given to the place of French as a viable language option for those living and working in Tennessee.

FRENCH II HONORS (S-o-S) - Single Block; One Semester; One Credit; 10th -12th Grades; Prerequisite and/or Requirements: A or B in French I or permission from the instructor. Students must make an A or B or medal on a National World Language Test in order to receive Honors Credit. French II is a course designed to further explore the target language with emphasis on verbal, listening, reading and writing proficiency. Students in the second-year honors course are no longer exploring the language and culture, but are expected to achieve a level of oral, aural, and writing proficiency that enables them to pursue upper-level placement in or exemption from university language courses. Students are expected to develop a more in-depth, working knowledge of French, including listening and speaking proficiency, proper grammar and use of idioms, reading comprehension as they study various elements of French literature and history in the target language. Particular emphasis will also be given to French’s role in world history, how it has impacted us in Tennessee as well as its place as a viable language option for those living and working in Tennessee.

FRENCH III/IV HONORS (S-o-S) - Single Block; One Semester; One Credit; 11th - 12th Grades; Prerequisites and/or Requirements: A or B in French II or IIH. Students must make an A or B or medal on a National World Language Test to receive Honors Credit. College bound students are encouraged to take French III/IV Honors in order to prepare for college language placement tests. Students increase proficiency and accuracy in listening, speaking, writing and reading. Students are expected to participate in class discussions & express ideas in expanded written form.

SPANISH I - Single Block; One Semester; One Credit; 9th - 12th Grades; Prerequisites: None. This course introduces students to the fundamentals of the Spanish language. Students learn the grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and the structure of the language. Vocabulary acquisition and the present tense of verbs will be the main focus of Spanish I. Students will develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in Spanish. Spanish will be required to express themselves through writing assignments and speaking activities. They will also study geography and Hispanic culture including holidays, religions, etc. It is strongly recommended that students earn at least a “C” to go on to Spanish II.

SPANISH I HONORS – Single Block; One Semester; One Credit; 9^th  Grade; Prerequisites: Must be enrolled in Honors English. Students should also have a good attendance record. In order to receive an honors credit, students must earn an A or B in the course. Spanish I Honors is a fast paced and rigorous course designed for beginning Spanish students with a real interest in learning the language. Students learn the grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and the structure of the language. Vocabulary acquisition and the present tense of verbs will be the main focus of Spanish I. Students will explore the language through listening, speaking, reading, and writing. They will explore the culture including topics such as food, family, religion, holidays, etc. Students are expected to participate in class discussions & express ideas in written form through essays. These students will be expected to take the National Spanish Exam in the spring.

SPANISH II - Single Block; One Semester; One Credit; 10th - 12th Grades; Prerequisites/Requirements: Spanish I. Spanish II is a course designed to further explore the target language with emphasis on reading and writing proficiency. Students in the second-year course are no longer exploring the language and culture, but are expected to achieve a level of oral, listening, and writing proficiency that enables them to be successful in university courses as well as being able to adequately communicate with native speakers. Students will review concepts learned in the first year as they develop a more in-depth, working knowledge of Spanish, including listening and speaking proficiency, proper grammar and use of idioms, and reading comprehension.

SPANISH II HONORS (S-o-S) - Single Block; One Semester; One Credit; 10th -12th Grades; Prerequisite and/or Requirements: A in Spanish I or permission from the instructor. Students must make an A or B in order to receive Honors Credit. Spanish II is a course designed to further explore the target language with emphasis on verbal, listening, reading and writing proficiency. Students in the second-year honors course are no longer exploring the language and culture, but are expected to achieve a level of oral, aural, and writing proficiency that enables them to pursue upperlevel placement in or exemption from university language courses. Students are expected to develop a more indepth, working knowledge of Spanish, including listening and speaking proficiency, proper grammar and use of idioms, reading comprehension as they study various elements of Spanish literature and history in the target language. Students will gain world language career skills by teaching Spanish lessons to elementary school students. These students will be expected to take the National Spanish Exam in the spring.

SPANISH III/IV HONORS (S-o-S) - Single Block; One Semester; One Credit; 11 th -12th Grades; Prerequisite and/or Requirements: A in Spanish II, an A or B in Spanish II Honors, or teacher approval. Students must make an A or B in order to receive Honors Credit. College bound students are encouraged to take Spanish III/IV Honors in order to better prepare for the college placement test. Students assimilate grammar, vocabulary, and language skills developed in Spanish II through the study of literature, history, and culture in the target language. Students are expected to participate in class discussions & express ideas in written form through essays. If taken for a fourth year credit, this course also includes comprehension of written and oral Spanish, understanding Spanish culture, and increasing knowledge of Spanish history and mythology. The focus of study is on developing a student’s speaking ability & written expression in the target language. These students will be expected to take the National Spanish Exam in the spring.