Grades: 9-10-11-12
1 credit,  One Semester

In level I, emphasis is on learners becoming proficient in the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing at a very basic level. The student is introduced to basic vocabulary and grammatical structures and gradually builds a foundation in understanding and communicating in the target language. Students begin to create with the language, communicate with other students, and learn to talk and write about their personal interests and activities. Reading simple texts and listening to native speakers discuss topics familiar to the student help develop comprehension of authentic language as well as insight into cultural similarities and differences. Basic grammar concepts are introduced at this level to support effective communication. Interactive computer opportunities enable direct contact to the target language and culture.

Grades: 9-10-11-12 
One Semester,  1 credit

Emphasizes language proficiency as students develop more fully their ability to communicate, create and problem-solve in the target language through the use of a wide variety of materials. Proficiency further develops as students deepen and broaden their knowledge about personal and cultural topics through the use of authentic media, and as they discuss and write about what they have heard and read. Instruction continues to focus on the use of authentic materials, but also includes dialogs, short stories, and brief literary works. Students expand their study of basic target language vocabulary and culture. The study of contextualized grammar continues at this level to support the increasing demands of students’ more sophisticated knowledge and skills. Interactive computer opportunities enable direct contact to the target language and culture both in and out of the classroom.

Grades: 9-10-11-12
One Semester, 1 credit

In Level 3, students deepen, broaden and refine their comprehension and communication skills. Through more challenging grammar as well as listening, speaking, reading and writing activities and assessments, students increase their proficiency in all aspects of language. They work with challenging authentic print and recorded materials, and they are required to read and respond to a wide variety of publications and literature in the target language. They work on sharpening their skills in the language in order to further language control. They continue to expand their vocabulary base in order to have the ability to articulate their ideas on a wide range of topics. The study of culture is a prominent feature at this level, and students are able to respond to topics with a higher degree of cultural appropriateness. In this upper level course, the individual student’s motivation and dedication become essential in achieving success and making the transition to level 4 of the language.

Grades: 9-10-11-12
One Semester, 1 credit

In Level 4, students continue to deepen, broaden and refine their comprehension and communication skills. Through listening, speaking, reading and writing activities and assessments, students increase their proficiency in all aspects of language. They work with increasingly more sophisticated, authentic print and recorded materials, and they are required to read and respond to a wide variety of publications and literature in the target language. Their sharpened control of language structure combined with an expanding vocabulary base supports their ability to articulate their ideas on a wide range of topics. The study of culture remains a prominent feature at this level, and students are able to respond to topics with a higher degree of cultural appropriateness. In this upper level course, the individual student’s motivation and dedication become essential in achieving success and making the transition to college level language study.

Grades: 9-10-11-12
One Semester, 1 credit weighted

This honors level weighted course is conducted in Spanish, and it reviews and expands the concepts learned in Spanish I through III. Reading, writing, listening, and speaking in context will be expanded mainly through the exploration of authentic multimedia (such as web pages, movies, music, television shows, radio stations, magazines, and newspapers), Latin American and Spanish literature (such as short stories and plays), and through projects that incorporate culture. There is increased emphasis on speaking and writing. The textbook used in this course is Encuentros Maravillosos, a Spanish anthology that introduces students to modern Hispanic literature presented in universal themes that connect with today’s learners. Students communicate about issues that touch them personally while expanding their vocabulary and grammar skills, all connected to the theme, the literature selection, and the author’s body of work. The writers in the anthology include Borges, Neruda, Cortázar, Unamuno, Matute, García Márquez, Esquivel, García Lorca, Allende, Guillén, Machado, Storni, Alegría, Zamora, Curis, Ibarbourou, and Nervo.

Grades: 9-10-11-12
One Semester, 1 credit weighted

AP Spanish is intended for all students who wish to develop a high proficiency in all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students need to have substantial coursework accomplished in the language. There is an expectation that students have mastered all tenses covered in Spanish I-IV, have attained a reasonable proficiency in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing and have a basic understanding of the culture of Spanish-speaking peoples. After completing the course, students will be able to comprehend formal and informal spoken Spanish, read and comprehend authentic materials in Spanish, compose expository and narrative passages and express ideas orally with accuracy and fluency. A large emphasis will be placed on vocabulary acquisition. The course content can reflect intellectual interest shared by the teacher and students. This course will have a significant portion online through Blackboard. Independent work will be encouraged. Students are expected to register and participate in the Advanced Placement Examination for this course. Perry Local Schools will pay for exam fees.

Grades: 9-10-11-12
One Semester, 1 credit

Spanish for native speakers is designed specifically for native/heritage speakers of Spanish who already have oral/listening language proficiency. The purpose of this course is to enable students whose heritage language is Spanish to develop, maintain and enhance proficiency in Spanish by providing them with the opportunity to listen, speak, read and write in a variety of contexts and for a variety of audiences including family, school and the community. Emphasis will be placed on usage appropriate to academic and professional settings. Prerequisite: Ability to understand and speak Spanish (Intermediate/Advanced level) Also, non-native speakers that have completed AP Spanish.

Grades: 9-10-11-12
One Semester, 1 credit

Native/heritage students will develop strategic Spanish reading skills, while investigating the literary genres of expository essay, myths, fables, legends, poetry, short stories, and novels. Extended reading and literary selections are taken from adopted texts and recommended reading. Students will produce writing in various formats and genres including well-developed paragraphs, literary response items, expository essays, short stories (narrative), historical documents, and technical documents, while continuing to develop skills in the correct use of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and capitalization.

Grades: 10-11-12
Instructor: Perry High School teacher
*Dual credit (1 HS credit and 3 college credits)

This course is the first in the two-course Elementary Spanish sequence. It introduces the study of functional Spanish, with emphasis on speaking, writing, and understanding oral and written Spanish in basic and simple situations and texts. Students will be able to greet, introduce, and describe people; talk about themselves, their families, jobs, houses, and daily activities; express likes and dislikes; discuss daily activities, incorporating reflexive verbs, travel and clothing; fill out a job application; understand and give basic instructions using commands; and write and read basic texts and tell stories in the present, preterit, and imperfect tenses. The course includes intensive listening comprehension training through the use of audiovisual and multimedia materials and discussion of cultural topics.

*Students will need to complete the full application & registration process through Lakeland Community College to receive college credit.