Our Spanish Placement test is open to anyone who wishes to be placed in Spanish honors or a higher level of Spanish class. It will consist of two parts, a written test and an oral exam. Placement into honors for other world languages is based on the HSPT score. There is no need to sign up in advance, simple show up the day of the test. Placement into honors for other world languages in based on the HSPT score.

Placement Exams for Spanish (and higher levels in other languages*)

*Students with advanced proficiency in a language other than Spanish may be tested for placement into higher levels. Honors placement for other world languages is based on the HSPT score. Please make arrangements with Department Chair Tom Gerlach in advance.

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5111A SPANISH 1 AUX
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Spanish 1A introduces the student to the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading.
Length of Course: Year
Note: Spanish 1AUX is designed to accommodate students enrolled in ASP.

5123A SPANISH 2 AUX
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Spanish 2 AUX strengthens and expands the student’s knowledge of the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of Spanish 1 or 1 AUX with a C or better both semesters. Not open to Freshman.
Note: Spanish 2A is designed to accommodate students enrolled in ASP.

5132A     SPANISH 3 AUX
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Spanish 3 AUX Introduces the students to the Spanish Language at an accelerated pace. The emphasis is on speaking and writing in the different tenses (present, past and future) through reading, writing and listening activities.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisite Completion of Spanish 1 and 2 AUX with a C or better in all semesters or by passing a written placement exam.
Note:    Spanish 3A is designed to accommodate students enrolled in ASP.

5110A SPANISH 1
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Spanish 1 introduces the student to the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading.
Length of Course: Year

5122A SPANISH 2
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Spanish 2 strengthens and expands the student’s knowledge of the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading.
Length of Course: Year

5131A SPANISH 3
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Spanish 3 strengthens and expands the student’s knowledge of the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of Spanish 2

5141A SPANISH 4
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Spanish 4 strengthens and expands the student’s knowledge of the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading. This course is conducted in Spanish only.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of Spanish 3 with B or better both semesters.

 

5110C SPANISH 1 HONORS
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Spanish 1H introduces the student to the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures at an accelerated pace. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading. The course is designed for students who have studied Spanish in junior high.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Dependent on score on the SMCHS Spanish placement exam.

5122C SPANISH 2 HONORS
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Spanish 2H strengthens and expands the student’s knowledge of the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures at an accelerated pace. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading. The course is designed as a continuation of Spanish 1H or for students who have studied Spanish extensively in junior high.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: There are three separate paths into Spanish 2H. First, completion of Spanish 1H. Second, completion of Spanish 1 and teacher recommendation; these students must pass an exam at the end of Spanish 1. Third, a student may be placed in 2H as a freshman, depending on their performance on the Spanish placement exam.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5131C SPANISH 3 HONORS
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Spanish 3H strengthens and expands the student’s knowledge of the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures at an accelerated pace. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading. This course is conducted in Spanish only.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of Spanish 2H
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5142F SPANISH IB SL
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Spanish SL IB prepares the student for the higher level IB examination in May. Students will: 1. communicate clearly and effectively, demonstrating linguistic competence; 2. use language appropriate to a range of contexts; 3. understand and use language with accuracy and fluency; 4. organize ideas in a clear, coherent and convincing manner; 5. understand, analyze and respond to a range of texts. This course is conducted in Spanish only.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of Spanish 3H and teacher recommendation or completion of Spanish 3 and teacher recommendation.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5151F SPANISH IB HL 1
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Spanish HL 1 IB prepares the student for the higher level IB examination at the end of the second year of study. Students will: 1. communicate clearly and effectively, demonstrating linguistic competence; 2. use language appropriate to a range of contexts; 3. understand and use language with accuracy and fluency; 4. organize ideas in a clear, coherent and convincing manner; 5. understand, analyze and respond to a range of texts; 6. understand and use works of Spanish literature. This course is conducted in Spanish only.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of Spanish 3H and teacher recommendation.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5142E AP SPANISH LANGUAGE
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
AP Spanish Language prepares the student for the AP examination in May. Students will: 1. understand Spanish spoken by native speakers in both informal and formal contexts; 2. develop an active vocabulary sufficient for reading in Spanish without dependence on a dictionary; 3. express themselves in Spanish, both orally and in writing, with reasonable fluency, adjusting for the particular audience and context. This course is conducted in Spanish only.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of Spanish 3H, SL IB, or HL 1 and teacher recommendation.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5152F SPANISH IB HL 2
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Spanish HL 2 IB prepares the student for the higher level IB examination in May. Students will: 1. communicate clearly and effectively, demonstrating linguistic competence; 2. use language appropriate to a range of contexts; 3. understand and use language with accuracy and fluency; 4. organize ideas in a clear, coherent and convincing manner; 5. understand, analyze and respond to a range of texts; 6. understand and use works of Spanish literature. This course is conducted in Spanish only.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of Spanish HL 1 IB and teacher recommendation.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5210A FRENCH 1
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
French 1 introduces the student to the French language and culture. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading.
Length of Course: Year

5220A FRENCH 2
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
French 2 strengthens and expands the student’s knowledge of the French language and culture. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of French 1

5230A FRENCH 3
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
French 3 strengthens and expands the student’s knowledge of the French language and culture. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of French 2

5240A FRENCH 4
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
French 4 strengthens and expands the student’s knowledge of the French language and culture. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading. This course is conducted in French only.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of French 3.

5210C FRENCH 1 HONORS
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
French 1H introduces the student to the French language and culture at an accelerated pace. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Placement in French 1 Honors is dependent upon the student’s HSPT scores.

5220C FRENCH 2 HONORS
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
French 2H strengthens and expands the student’s knowledge of the French language and culture at an accelerated pace. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of French 1H

5230C FRENCH 3 HONORS
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
French 3H strengthens and expands the student’s knowledge of the French language and culture at an accelerated pace. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading. This course is conducted in French only.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of French 2H
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5242F FRENCH IB HL 1
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
French HL 1 IB prepares the student for the higher level IB examination at the end of the second year of study. Students will: 1. communicate clearly and effectively, demonstrating linguistic competence; 2. use language appropriate to a range of contexts; 3. understand and use language with accuracy and fluency; 4. organize ideas in a clear, coherent and convincing manner; 5. understand, analyze and respond to a range of texts; 6. understand and use works of French literature. This course is conducted in French only.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of French 3H with an A or better both semesters and teacher recommendation.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5250C FRENCH 5 H
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
This course is a continuation of French 3 Honors or French SL IB. It is designed to provide advanced students with the guidance to continue discovering, learning and using the language in meaningful, creative and engaging contexts. This course will enrich students' cultural awareness and global understanding.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of French 3 Honors with an A both semesters and teacher recommendation or French SL IB and teacher recommendation.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5244E AP FRENCH
(e) UC Approved
The AP French Language and Culture course emphasizes communication (understanding and being understood by others) by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills in reallife situations. This includes vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, and cultural awareness. To best facilitate the study of language and culture, the course is taught almost exclusively in French. The AP French Language and Culture course engages students in an exploration of culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. The course develops students’ awareness and appreciation of cultural products (e.g., tools, books, music, laws, conventions, institutions); practices (patterns of social interactions within a culture); and perspectives (values, attitudes, and assumptions.).
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of French 3H, French IB SL, of French IB HL1 and teacher recommendation.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5241F FRENCH IB SL
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
French SL IB prepares the student for the higher level IB examination in May. Students will: 1. communicate clearly and effectively, demonstrating linguistic competence; 2. use language appropriate to a range of contexts; 3. understand and use language with accuracy and fluency; 4. organize ideas in a clear, coherent and convincing manner; 5. understand, analyze and respond to a range of texts. This course is conducted in French only.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of French 3H and teacher recommendation.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5243F FRENCH IB HL 2
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
This is the second year of French HL. This course is designed for students who have a high level of competence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing the language. It emphasizes the study of literature at a higher level and demands critical thinking. This course is conducted in French only.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of French HL1 IB and teacher recommendation.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5560C MANDARIN CHINESE 1 HONORS
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Chinese 1H introduces the student to the Chinese language and culture at an accelerated pace. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading. Students will learn pin yin (phonetic Chinese) and simplified characters.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisite: Placement in Mandarin Chinese 1 Honors is dependent upon student’s HSPT scores.

5561C MANDARIN CHINESE 2 HONORS
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Chinese 2H strengthens and expands the student’s knowledge of the Chinese language and culture at an accelerated pace. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisite: Completion of Chinese 1H
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5569E AP CHINESE LANGUAGE & CULTURE
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approval
Pending The AP Chinese Language and Culture course in Mandarin Chinese emphasizes communication (understanding and being understood by others) by applying interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills in real-life situations. This includes vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, and cultural awareness. The AP Chinese Language and Culture course strives not to overemphasize grammatical accuracy at the expense of communication. To best facilitate the study of language and culture, the course is taught almost exclusively in Chinese. The AP Chinese Language and Culture course engages students in an exploration of culture in both contemporary and historical contexts. The course develops students’ awareness and appreciation of cultural products (e.g., tools, books, music, laws, conventions, institutions); practices (patterns of social interactions within a culture); and perspectives (values, attitudes, and assumptions).
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisite: Completion of Chinese 3H and teacher recommendation.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5562C MANDARIN CHINESE 3 HONORS
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Chinese 3H strengthens and expands the student’s knowledge of the Chinese language and culture at an accelerated pace. The emphasis is on language production, i.e. speaking and writing, and on language reception, i.e. listening and reading.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisite: Completion of Chinese 2H
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

 

5410C ANCIENT GREEK 1 HONORS
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Ancient Greek 1H introduces the student to the Attic Greek language and Greek culture, history, and philosophy at an accelerated pace. The focus is on sight translation and reading comprehension.
Length of Course: Year

5420C ANCIENT GREEK 2 HONORS
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Ancient Greek 2H strengthens and expands the student’s knowledge of the Attic Greek language and Greek culture, history, and philosophy at an accelerated pace. The focus is on sight translation and reading comprehension.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of Ancient Greek 1H.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5430C ANCIENT GREEK 3 HONORS
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Greek 3H/SL IB prepares the student for the standard level IB examination in May. Students will focus their study on the works of the prescribed author Xenophon (Anabasis). Students will also study the prescribed topics of Epic and Historiography in the works of Homer (Iliad) and Herodotus (Histories).
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of Ancient Greek 2H and teacher recommendation.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5431F CLASSICAL GREEK IB SL
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Greek 3H/SL IB prepares the student for the standard level IB examination in May. Students will focus their study on the works of the prescribed author Xenophon (Anabasis). Students will also study the prescribed topics of Epic and Historiography in the works of Homer (Iliad) and Herodotus (Histories).
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of Ancient Greek 2H and teacher recommendation.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5310C LATIN 1 HONORS
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Latin 1H introduces the student to the Latin language and Roman culture, history, and philosophy at an accelerated pace. The emphasis is on sight translation and reading comprehension.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisite: Placement in Latin 1 Honors is dependent upon student’s HSPT scores.

5320C LATIN 2 HONORS
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Latin 2H strengthens and expands the student’s knowledge of the Latin language and Roman culture, history, and philosophy at an accelerated pace. The emphasis is on sight translation and reading comprehension.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of Latin 1H
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5330C LATIN 3 HONORS
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Latin 3H surveys various Latin poetry from the 1st century B.C. Students will focus on the material less as a language (mastery of fundamentals is assumed), and more as literature. Special attention will be paid to the various meters employed as well as the use of various stylistic and rhetorical approaches. Students will focus their study on the works of the authors Catullus (Carmina) Propertius (Elegies), Tibullus (Elegies), and Ovid (Metamorphoses).
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of Latin 2H
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5341F LATIN IB HL 1
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Latin HL 1 IB prepares the student for the higher level IB examination in the second year of study. Students will focus their study on the works of the prescribed author Ovid (Metamorphoses). Students will also study the prescribed topics of Elegiac and Lyric Poetry and Roman Epic in the works of Catullus (Carmina), Propertius (Elegies), Tibullus (Elegies) and Vergil (Aeneid and Georgics).
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of Latin 2H and teacher recommendation.
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5340F LATIN IB SL
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Latin SL IB prepares the student for the standard level IB examination in May. Students will focus their study on the works of the prescribed author Ovid (Metamorphoses). Students will also study the prescribed topics of Love Poetry and Vergil in the works of Catullus (Carmina), Propertius (Elegies), and Vergil (Aeneid).
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of Latin 3H
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5342F LATIN IB HL 2
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Latin HL 2 IB prepares the student for the higher level IB examination in May. Students will focus their study on the works of the prescribed author Ovid (Metamorphoses). Students will also study the prescribed topics of Elegiac and Lyric Poetry and Roman Epic in the works of Catullus (Carmina), Propertius (Elegies), Tibullus (Elegies) and Vergil (Aeneid and Georgics).
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisites: Completion of Latin IB HL 1
*Note: To move from Academic to Honors classes requires an “A” both semesters & a passing score on the placement exam in May.

5610A AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 1
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
Students are introduced to the basic knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) and the Deaf culture. Students develop basic skills in vocabulary and grammar to meet basic communication needs. Emphasis is placed on acquisition of both comprehension and expressive skills via signing in front of their class, with a partner, in a small group and in large group participation.
Length of Course: Year

5620A AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 2
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
ASL 2 students continue to develop vocabulary and grammar skills in order to meet communication needs. Deaf culture and community are further emphasized. Participation in real world communication is encouraged through opportunities such as ASL club and Deaf community events.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisite: Completion of American Sign Language 1 

5630A AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 3
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
ASL 3 students continue to improve their reception and production skills. This advanced level emphasizes Deaf culture, grammar, vocabulary and the ability to express abstract ideas and concepts. Students are required to sign narratives, prayers, songs and poetry.
Length of Course: Year
Prerequisite: Completion of American Sign Language 2 with a grade of “C” or higher.

5640A AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 4
(e) UC Approved, NCAA Approved
ASL 4 students continue to build upon the topics and vocabulary and grammar introduced in ASL 1, 2, and 3. Students use complex grammatical attributes, share narratives and learn about Deaf culture. ASL interpreting is introduced and students will further develop conversational competence.
Length of Course: year
Prerequisite: Completion of American Sign Language