French 3 Honors 361300HW Grades 10, 11, and 12 1 unit
Prerequisite: French 2
Recommended: Minimum of 85 in French 2
French 3 is designed for honors level language students who wish to continue their foreign language study beyond three levels in high school. The class moves at a faster pace than French 3, requiring more in-depth analysis of authentic texts and more advanced inter- personal communication skills. This first part of the Developing/ Intermediate Level of French involves practice and expansion of established speaking and listening skills, and emergent reading and writing ability. Major elements of grammar are covered and re- viewed, and the mechanics of the language are organized. Students are given the opportunity to read and discuss simple literary texts. Students also continue basic writing activities and explore contem- porary cultural topics of French-speaking countries. Much of the course is taught in French.
German 4 Honors 362400HW Grades 11 and 12 1 unit
Prerequisite: German 3 Honors and teacher recommendation Recommended: Minimum of 85 in German 3 Honors
This course is the second part of the Developing/Intermediate Level of honors language study, and is conducted predominantly in Ger- man. Students apply major grammatical structures in an increasing variety of oral and written contexts; vocabulary and complexity of conversation acquires breadth and depth. Students develop critical thinking skills as they interpret more difficult authentic reading and audio/video selections. Students are exposed to more complex aspects of German cultural history and contemporary life.
German 3 Honors 362300HW Grades 10, 11, and 12 1 unit
Prerequisite: German 2
Recommended: Minimum of 85 in German 2
This first part of the Developing/Intermediate Level of German fo- cuses on grammar review, practice and expansion of established speaking and listening skills, and emergent reading and writing ability. The pace is faster than in German 2. Grammar topics are reviewed and expanded; longer creative writing assignments provide opportu- nity to apply language mechanics and vocabulary in meaningful con- test. Reading strategies for longer authentic selections are prac- ticed. Students expand the range of contexts in which they can function orally and the complexity of their responses. Cultural in- vestigation focuses on contemporary and historical German- speaking Europe.
German 1 362100CW Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 1 unit
Recommended: Minimum of 77 average in last English class
This course is the first part of the Beginning/Novice Level of Ger- man studies. It is designed to develop basic German language skills through activities focusing on personal communication. Beginning level students work to understand German in selected contexts, express themselves orally and in writing, and negotiate meaning from reading authentic texts. Students study and compare the cul- tures and customs of German-speaking Europe.
French 4 Honors 361400HW Grades 11 and 12 1 unit
Prerequisite: French 3 Honors or teacher recommendation Recommended: Minimum of an 85 in French 3 Honors
This course is the second part of the Developing/Intermediate Level of honors language study and focuses on the development of more advanced skills of conversation, reading, and writing. Students apply major grammatical structures in a variety of oral and written con- texts. Lessons develop students’ critical thinking skills as they inter- pret more difficult reading selections. Students discuss more ad- vanced aspects of French culture, contemporary life, and history using authentic video, audio, and Internet sites. Except for certain grammatical explanations, this course is taught in French.
French 5 Honors 361500HW Grades 11 and 12 1 unit
Prerequisite: French 4 Honors and teacher recommendation Recommended: Minimum of an 85 or higher in French 4 Honors
This course enables students to expand language capacity through a broad range of interdisciplinary contexts with emphasis on refining language use appropriate to various socio-cultural contexts. Stu- dents’ proficiency is refined in the culmination of the study of a lan- guage system that involves spoken and written language, nonverbal communication, knowledge of discourse style, as well as the integra- tion of cultural understanding through its products, practices and perspectives. Students will read and discuss in greater depth au- thentic materials including poetry, stories, news reports, film, maga- zine articles and literature.
German 2 362200CW Grades 10, 11, and 12 1 unit
Prerequisite: German 1
This course is the second part of the Beginning/Novice Level of German studies. Students continue to develop basic German lan- guage skills through activities focusing on personal communication and German culture. Students expand the number of contexts in
Latin 1 363100CW Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 1 unit
Recommended: Minimum of 77 average in last English class
This course is designed to give the student a basic foundation in Latin. A major focus of the course will be the integration of culture, grammar and derivative study while addressing the higher-level thinking skills of analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.
Latin 2 363200CW Grades 10, 11, and 12 1 unit
Prerequisite: Latin 1
This course is a continuation of Latin 1. A major focus will be the integration of culture, grammar, and derivative study while address- ing the higher-level thinking skills of analysis, synthesis, and evalua- tion.
Spanish 3 Honors 365300HW Grades 10, 11, and 12 1 unit
Prerequisite: Spanish 2
Recommended: Minimum of 85 in Spanish 2
Spanish 3 Honors is designed for honors level language students who wish to continue their foreign language study beyond three levels in high school. The class moves at a faster pace than Spanish 3, requiring more in-depth analysis of authentic texts and more advanced interpersonal communication skills. This first part of the Developing/Intermediate Level of Spanish involves practice and ex- pansion of established speaking and listening skills, and emergent reading and writing ability. Major elements of grammar are covered and reviewed, and the mechanics of the language are organized. Students are given the opportunity to read and discuss simple liter- ary texts. Students also continue basic writing activities and explore contemporary cultural topics in Spanish-speaking countries. Most of the course is taught in Spanish.
Spanish 3 365300CW Grades 10, 11, and 12 1 unit
Prerequisite: Spanish 2
Spanish 3 is designed for students who do not plan to continue on to levels four and/or five. This first part of the Developing/ Intermediate Level of Spanish focuses on practice and expansion of established speaking and listening skills, as well as emergent reading and writing ability. Major elements of grammar are covered and reviewed, and the mechanics of the language are organized. Stu- dents are given the opportunity to read and discuss simple texts. Students also continue basic writing activities and explore contem- porary cultural topics in Spanish-speaking countries.
Spanish 1 365100CW Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 1 unit
Recommended: Minimum of 77 average in last English class
This course is the first part of the Beginning/Novice Level of Spanish studies. It is designed to develop basic language skills through activi- ties focusing on meaningful personal communication. Beginning level students work to understand language in selected contexts, express themselves orally and in writing using structured vocabulary and grammar, and negotiate meaning from reading authentic texts. Stu- dents will also compare the cultures and customs of Hispanic coun- tries around the world.
Latin 3 Honors 363300HW Grades 10, 11, and 12 1 unit
Prerequisite: Latin 2
Recommended: Minimum of an 85 in Latin 2
This course completes the introduction to basic Latin grammar, syntax, and vocabulary followed by an introduction to the reading of Latin literature. Students will study the classical authors Julius Cae- sar and Ovid.
Latin 4 Honors 363400HW Grades 10, 11, and 12 1 unit
Prerequisite: Latin 3 Honors and teacher recommendation Recommended: Minimum of an 85 or higher in Latin 3 Honors
Students will further their studies by reading Latin literature from a variety of classical authors. Students will examine the writings of Medieval and Neo-Latin authors. Latin 4 is designed to provide advanced high school students with a rich and rigorous Latin course, approximately equivalent to an upper-intermediate (typically fourth or fifth semester) college or university Latin course. Students who successfully complete the course are able to read, understand, translate, and analyze Latin poetry and prose.
Spanish 2 365200CW Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 1 unit
Prerequisite: Spanish 1
This course is the second part of the Beginning/Novice Level of Spanish studies. Students continue to develop basic language skills through performance-based activities focusing on personal commu- nication. Major topics from Spanish 1 are reviewed and expanded, increasing the number of contexts in which students can function orally and in writing. Through listening and reading, students learn more about the daily life and culture in Spanish-speaking countries today.
Spanish 4 Honors 365400HW Grades 11 and 12 1 unit
Prerequisite: Spanish 3 Honors or teacher recommendation Recommended: Minimum of 85 in Spanish 3 Honors
This course is the second part of the Developing/Intermediate Level of honors language study and focuses on the development of more advanced skills of conversation, reading, and writing. Students re- view and work with all major grammatical structures in a variety of oral and written contexts. Lessons develop students’ critical think- ing skills as they interpret more difficult reading selections. Students discuss more advanced aspects of Spanish culture, contemporary life, and history. Except for certain grammatical explanations, this course is taught in Spanish.
Physical Education 1 344100CW Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 1 unit
This Physical Education course is a performance-based class that is mandatory for graduation in the State of South Carolina. This co- educational course is designed with a variety of activities to provide students with choice curriculum along with the skills to live a healthy lifestyle. This course is designed to focus on and help the student achieve and maintain a health enhancing lifestyle. Students will participate in three basic fitness categories: cardio respiratory fitness, muscular strength and endurance and flexibility on a daily basis.
This course requires students to be proficient (mastery) in two movement forms of their choice. Students will be evaluated daily on dress and participation for this performance-based class.
Physical Education 1 Movement Choices
Soccer/Tennis 344145CW
Football/Recreational Games 344183CW Aerobics/Volleyball 344129CW Rackets/Recreational Games 344191CW
Aerobics/Dance 344127CW