World Languages

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Students focus on developing proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, aiming to move from basic skills to confident communication.

Students learn vocabulary, complex grammar, and cultural norms through thematic units. Language learning supports critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability, preparing students for success in an increasingly interconnected world.

Curriculum

The following courses are offered at our neighborhood high schools.

2180 French Beginning A Level 1

2190 French Beginning B Level 2

2200 French Intermediate Level 3

2210 French Advanced Level 4*

2225 AP French Language /CAPP French 204*

2250 French Advanced Level 6 /CAPP French 312*

2500 Spanish for Heritage Speakers

2580 Spanish Beginning A Level 1

2590 Spanish Beginning B Level 2

2600 Spanish Intermediate Level 3

2610 Spanish Advanced Level 4*

2620 AP Spanish Language/CAPP Spanish 204*

2621 Spanish - Un viaje por las Américas (Traveling Through the Americas)*

2622 Spanish ¡Viva España! (Contemporary Spain)*

2623 Spanish – Tradiciones y costumbres del mundo hispanohablante (Traditions and Customs of the Spanish-Speaking World)*

2624 Spanish – Misterios de los Mayas, Incas y Aztecas (Mysteries of the Mayans, Incas, and Aztecs)*

2630 Spanish Advanced Level 6/CAPP Spanish 312*

Mission & Goals

Mission Statement

The AASD World Language Department will instill in our students the importance of responsible, sensitive, and life-long global citizenship through language and cultural competence, connections with other disciplines, and active participation in multilingual communities at home and around the world.

Impact of the Mission

AASD World Language students will:

Value culture
Improve language skills for communication
Be prepared for a future career in the global marketplace
Understand the interrelationship between World Language and other curricular areas
Realize personal interest
Learn about their heritage
Fulfill college entrance requirements and qualify for retroactive credits for many institutions
Apply their knowledge and skills via travel and co-curricular/community opportunities

Goals

Listen to and comprehend a native speaker of the target language within contexts familiar to the student.
Discuss topics of personal importance with a native speaker of the target language.
Read with understanding authentic non-technical texts in the target language.
Write effectively in the target language to communicate information about a variety of topics.
Interact in a culturally sensitive manner with speakers of other languages.
Acquire a greater understanding of target cultures through their fine arts, history, and literature.

Standards

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Families may review the full, published Board-approved curriculum for this subject area at any time. If you would like to access detailed curriculum guides, materials, or learning standards, please contact the Curriculum Lead, and we will be happy to provide the information upon request.

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