WORLD LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT
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SPANISH
Spanish 1
Credit: 10 (Year Course) Course #: LOE100
Fulfills: AHS Graduation requirement, UC (E, G) & CSU with a grade of ‘C’ or better
Recommended Preparation:
A genuine desire to learn Spanish and a committed willingness to work.
Spanish 1 is designed to give students the basic language tools and experiences that constitute the first step toward real proficiency in Spanish. Considerable class time will be spent in communicative tasks in Spanish, i.e. exchanging experiences, information, ideas, and social courtesies. Instruction in grammar, spelling, pronunciation, and punctuation will build as the year progresses, so students will be able to respond to simple directed questions and have a firm foundation for the next level. Students will also become better acquainted with the customs of Spanish speaking people through an introduction to their music, art, sports, recreational activities, festivals, history, and geography.
Spanish 2
Credit: 10 (Year Course) Course #: LOE200
Fulfills: AHS Graduation requirement, UC (E, G) & CSU with a grade of ‘C’ or better
Recommended Preparation:
A genuine desire to learn Spanish and a committed willingness to work. Spanish 1 with a grade of "C" or better OR placement by examination.
Spanish 2 is the second year-long course in a sequence that focuses on integrating the skills of listening comprehension, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural awareness. The second-year course begins with a review of the major concepts learned in first-year and then introduces new vocabulary and new tenses, so that by the end of the year students who have consistently prepared and participated should be able to not only say what they do on a regular basis, what they are doing right now, what they are going to do later, and give simple commands, (first year structures), but also what they did yesterday, what they used to do as a child, and what they were doing when something happened. The themes covered are school rules and regulations, extracurricular activities, running errands, getting ready to go out...etc. The course is taught using a variety of modalities, and students are expected to work individually, in partners, and in groups on a daily basis. By the end of the second year, students should be able to understand Spanish at a beginning / intermediate level. Completion of this course with a "C" or better qualifies students for advancement to Spanish 3.
Spanish 3
Credit: 10 (Year Course) Course #: LOE300
Fulfils: AHS Graduation requirement, UC (E, G) & CSU with a grade of ‘C’ or better
Recommended Preparation:
A genuine desire to learn Spanish and a committed willingness to work. Spanish 2 with a grade of "C" or better OR placement by examination.
Spanish 3 Is a third in a sequence of courses that cover the study of all aspects for world languages—speaking, listening, reading, writing, and culture utilizing a thematic teaching approach. Themes will include outdoor experiences, sporting events, visual and performing arts, health and nutrition, interpersonal communication, community service, leadership skills and work experience. Using language for communication is emphasized, as well as developing historical, cultural, geographical and contemporary awareness of the Spanish–speaking world. At appropriate times, historical and cultural eras, movements, events and leaders will be studied. The third-year course expands knowledge of vocabulary and grammar, accelerates oral comprehension and expression, and raises reading proficiency and written communication. These goals are reached through directed conversations, simulations, role-playing, oral presentations, and group activities. Instructional strategies will encourage students to demonstrate learning in a variety of ways: working cooperatively with other students and developing individual responsibility for their own learning.
Spanish 4
Credit: 10 (Year Course) Course #: LOE400
Fulfills: AHS Graduation requirement, UC (E, G) & CSU with a grade of ‘C’ or better
Recommended Preparation: A genuine desire to learn Spanish and a committed willingness to work. Spanish 3 with a grade of "C" or better OR placement by examination.
Spanish 4 refines and extends fluency and literacy. Students pursue conversations on issues of current interest, personal experience, expressing opinions, giving advice, suggestions, and also forming and drawing conclusions. All the major structures of the language are covered the first semester.
Spanish 1 Spanish Speakers (Español para hispanohablantes—nivel uno)
Credit: 10 (Year Course) Course #: LOE120
Fulfills: AHS Graduation requirement, UC (E, G) & CSU with a grade of ‘C’ or better
Recommended Preparation: Placement Exam (to be taken spring semester of 8th grade), and Spanish as the primary home language
Spanish 1 Spanish Speakers begins the development of reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking skills in Spanish. Students are introduced to Spanish and Latin American literature via a panoramic view of both classic and contemporary works. Students are empowered through self-expression in writing and speaking, and self-esteem is enhanced through appreciation of Latino literature and culture. Course may be taken a second year.
Spanish 2 Spanish Speakers (Español para hispanohablantes—nivel dos)
Credit: 10 (Year Course) Course #: LOE220
Fulfills: AHS Graduation requirement, UC (E, G) & CSU with a grade of ‘C’ or better
Recommended Preparation: Placement Exam and/or Spanish as the primary home language. A grade of "C" or better in SS1 and/or approval of the teacher.
Spanish 2 Spanish Speakers continues the development of reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking skills in Spanish through the study of relevant literature. Students are empowered through self-expression in writing and speaking, and self-esteem is enhanced through appreciation of Latin American literature and culture.
AP Spanish Language
Credit: 10 (Year Course) Course #: LOE440
Fulfils: AHS Graduation requirement, UC (E, G) & CSU with a grade of ‘C’ or better
Recommended Preparation: A grade of ‘B’ or better in Spanish 3, Spanish 4 or Spanish 2 Spanish Speakers with teacher recommendation.
AP Spanish Language prepares students for the Advanced Placement Examination, which all students entering the course will be EXPECTED to take. Students refine, perfect, and enhance their speaking, writing, reading, and understanding of Spanish, so it is assumed that they have already learned these skills. The course requires students to do compositions, oral exercises, study grammar and syntax, perform listening comprehension exercises, practice conversation, and expand vocabulary. The course will broaden students' understanding of Hispanic culture and foster interest in continuing the study of Spanish in college. This course is equivalent to a fourth semester college course in Advanced Spanish.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE
American Sign Language 1/ASL-1
Credit: AHS =10 (Year Course) Course #:LOE600
Fulfils: AHS Graduation requirement, UC (E, G) & CSU with a grade of ‘C’ or better
Recommended Preparation: none
Develops basic receptive and expressive signing skills within the context of Deaf culture. Corresponds to two years of high school study. CAB GE C, CSU GE C2, IGETC 6A. ASL 2 will be required to fulfill PVUSD graduation requirements.
Elementary American Sign Language is a dual enrollment course with Cabrillo College and will be taught by Cabrillo faculty at Aptos High School.
Updated January 2025