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All students must complete one year (2 credits) of Foreign Language. However, students are encouraged to take three years of a foreign language where possible, because most colleges and universities now require three years of a foreign language.

Spanish First Year: This courses serves as an introduction to Spanish, with particular emphasis on cultural awareness; food; travel and includes an introduction to Spanish-speaking countries. Students use dialogue and skits as methods of developing communication skills in addition to developing their skills in grammar; reading; writing and listening.

Spanish Second Year: This course will build upon concepts learned in Spanish 1 and 2. The focus centers more upon the development of the student's speaking, reading and writing skills. Classroom discussions are conducted, for the most part, in the target language. Students are expected to complete one major project for the fall and for the spring term, in additon to daily homework assignments. Students complete journal writing assignments to enhance their writing skills and create travel brochures to promote their knowledge of a Spanish speaking country and its. Students at this level also learn to write fables in Spanish, which are developed into books and then read to elementary students within the community.

Spanish Third Year: Students build upon concepts learned from levels 1-4. In addition, new grammar points are absorbed through study. Students participate in discussions/presentations in the target language about the cultures which surround them. In addition, the students receive an introduction to literature through the reading of classic short stories. This course terminates in a Regents examination.

AP Spanish Language: As a college-level course which focuses heavily on the students' mastery of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. The target language is utilized to promote cultural discussions, debates and presentations. There is an intense focus on literature and grammar. Students are exposed to classic Latin-American authors, such as: Julio Cortazar, Jorge Luis Borges, Frederico Garcia Lorca and well as many other modern 20^th century writers. In this course students are exposed to the writer’s narrative style and have the opportunity to receive 3 college credits upon completion and approval from the AP Spanish Language examination committee.

French I-VI: The goals of the French Language courses are to enable students to attain the proficiency of the language, and to develop a better understanding for other cultures in the francophone world. These courses are mainly held in French and students are encouraged to use the French language as often as possible. The curriculum includes the development of listening, reading, speaking, writing and the presentation of the language within the context of the contemporary French-speaking world and its culture.

Tutoring is available for students every day during and after school. Students should consult with their teacher for scheduling purposes.