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Foreign Language
"Each race, people, and language group of the world constitutes some part of the Grand Man, and each has a distinctive use to fill which complements the others. Language reflects this distinctive use and genius. The essential use of language is the communication of truth from the Lord to man through His Word."
-- Foreign Language Department Philosophy
Requirements: The Foreign Language Department requires that a student earn a grade of 70 or better in order to be eligible to move on to the next level of any given language. Exceptions are at the discretion of the department. All courses meet four periods pert week for 4 points credit per term. Unless otherwise noted courses are Weight A.
ESL: Students for whom English is a second language should contact Student Support. Waiver of foreign language requirements can be granted at the discretion of the Foreign Language Department
LATIN
Latin 1. This is an introductory Latin course which aims to give students a grasp of the fundamentals of Classical Latin and ancient Roman culture. With the use of a reading-based textbook, Ecce Romani I, students use readings in Latin to generate an understanding of the basics of grammar. These same readings generate study of related cultural topics, supplemented by the gender-focused readings on the place of women in Roman society and biographical studies of famous Roman historical figures. Students are exposed to extensive use of oral Latin in the classroom and learn to both understand spoken Latin and to respond in Latin to basic work in grammar and comprehension, as well as some limited Latin composition. A $10.00 supply fee is due the first day of class.
Latin 2. This is an intermediate level Latin course open to students who have a solid grounding in introductory Latin. Students continue their study of Latin forms, syntax, and vocabulary through extensive exposure to Latin readings in Ecce Romani II, in addition to cultural studies in Roman entertainment, food, and social life. They also continue to develop their skills in Latin composition and their ability to comprehend and respond in Latin. The focus of this intermediate year is an introduction to more advanced Latin syntax in preparation for the reading of classical authors and Swedenborg in Advanced Latin. A $10.00 supply fee is due the first day of class.
Advanced Latin. This course concentrates on reading authentic Latin written by native speakers of the classical world and Swedenborg’s neo-Latin. Students will read a variety of authors. Students begin by reviewing grammar and and reading skills, then move on to reading and translation. Part of the course is dedicated to reading classical Latin prose, including selections by authors such as Pliny, Caesar, Cicero, and Eutropius. Another part of the course focuses on classical Latin poetry by Horace, Catullus, Vergil, and Ovid. Selections are chosen primarily from Ecce Romani III, and are aimed at furthering students’ understanding of the ancient world through topics that will interest them. Advanced Latin students will also be reading selections from the Vulgate (Latin) Bible and experience the delight of reading the Heavenly Doctrines. Presupposes a solid grounding in basic Latin forms and grammar. Course content is alternated yearly so that it can be repeated as Latin 4. (Latin 3 is Weight C; Latin 4 is Weight B)
FRENCH
French 1. This is an introductory French course. The text is Bienvenue, which means “Welcome” , and it invites students to develop new language skills as they learn basic French vocabulary and grammar centered around the study of everyday life in France and other French-speaking countries.. Topics include family life, school life, social life and leisure activities, food, and travel. Using the text, a workbook, and audio-cassettes, students learn to listen, speak, read, and write in the target language. Students will also be involved in activities that will expose them to the richness of the French culture and history, including art, music, fashion, cuisine, theater, and film.
French 2. This course is a continuation of French I. The goal of the course is to broaden and strengthen the base knowledge of vocabulary and grammar for each student. Practice, both oral and written, again focuses on daily life, covering such topics as mail and other forms of written communication, health, telephone use, travel, more about school and family life in France and other French-speaking countries. Students are again involved in activities, such as singing and cooking and watching films, all of which will enhance their appreciation of the French culture.
Advanced French. A continuation of French 1 and 2 or equivalent, aimed to increase oral proficiency, reading, writing and listening skills. The textbook and workbook will be supplemented with French in Action, Le Petit Prince, poetry, music and cuisine. Grammar and vocabulary are reinforced with daily exercised and quizzes. Communication skills are developed through original dialogs created by the students. French is the primary language of instruction. (When taken as French 4, standards are more demanding and the weighting is Weight B)
SPANISH
Spanish 1. The central goal of Spanish 1 is communication. Listening, speaking, reading and writing are used to facilitate the student’s acquisition of Spanish. The class is conducted in Spanish so that the students are consistently hearing and using the target language. Developing an awareness of and appreciation for Hispanic culture is another important element in Spanish 1. Classroom activities are organized to put the students at their ease so that they may relax and enjoy learning and communicating in Spanish.
Spanish 2. The goal of this class is to make the students independent users of Spanish, to gain a new, objective view of their own language and culture, and to give students an understanding of the people who speak Spanish. Topics include weather, descriptions of people and objects, traveling, leisure-time activities and health. Free expression and creative use of the language are encouraged through role plays of specific situations such as going to a hotel, taking a train trip and planning a quinceañera party. Grammar will be studied as a means for effective communication and points of emphasis include: review of Spanish 1 grammar, reflexive verbs, and preterit and imperfect tenses and their uses. Reading, writing, listening, speaking and culture are emphasized in a proficiency-oriented approach. Spanish is the language of instruction.
Spanish 3. Continuation of Spanish 2. The focus is on improving and fine-tuning communication skills and using more advanced grammatical structures. Topics include foods of Spain and Latin America, traveling, and Spanish and Latin American art and music. Points of emphasis include: the future, subjunctive and conditional tenses and their uses. Classroom activities directly involve students in the language acquisition process. Reading, writing, listening, speaking and culture are emphasized in a proficiency-oriented approach. Spanish is the language of instruction.
Spanish 4. Spanish 4 focuses on aural/oral skills, reading comprehension, grammar, and composition. Emphasizing the use of Spanish for active communication, the course has the following objectives: the ability to comprehend formal and informal spoken Spanish; the acquisition of vocabulary and a grasp of structure to allow the accurate reading of newspaper and magazine articles, as well as short stories; the ability to compose expository passages; and the ability to express ideas orally with accuracy and fluency. A wide variety of authentic materials are used, including movies, music, radio broadcasts, poetry and short stories. A comprehensive review of Spanish grammar is included. Weight B