Modern Language

Department Chair: Ernesto Somoza

The Modern Languages Department offers French, Navajo, and Spanish. Many colleges and universities require at least two (2) consecutive years of the same foreign language in order to gain admission, including Arizona universities (U of A, NAU, ASU). We offer you the opportunity to fulfill those requirements at Flagstaff High School and/or to have fun exploring a new language and culture. Languages are important for jobs in the sciences, arts, business and technology areas. Multilingual people are more marketable in most employment areas and frequently earn more money due to their language skills. In addition, we have many enjoyable activities such as foreign movies, food tasting and cultural experiences, community events and competitions, speakers, and a chance to travel abroad or to host a foreign exchange student. Students who take first year Spanish IA in the 8th grade will be placed in Spanish IB second semester.

CLASSES OFFERED
2007 - 2008

LANG1100 - French IA Fall (9 - 12)
LANG1110 - French IB Spring (9 - 12)
LANG1120 - French II (9 - 12)
LANG 1130 - French III (9 - 12)

Graduation Requirements: Elective
Prerequisites: A “C” or better is required to move to the next course within the language series
Open To Grades: 9-12
Length of Course 1 Semester Each

Description: The first three terms of French are recommended for college-bound students who wish to achieve the language proficiency expected by most four-year colleges and universities. Levels 1A and 1B establish a foundation of communication dealing with everyday activities in meaningful cultural contexts and basic grammar. Levels II and III equip the students to read and write narratives relevant to their lives and increases their speaking proficiency and their cultural awareness. At the end of these three courses students will have developed the language competency necessary to participate in a home stay in France.

LANG1140 - Honors French IV (11 - 12)
LANG1150 - Honors French V (11 - 12)

Graduation Requirements: Elective
Prerequisites: A Grade of a “C” or Better in French III or a teacher recommendation
Open To Grades: 11,12
Length of Course: 1 Semester

Description: Students who have successfully completed French III may enroll in Honors French IV and V. At these levels students develop higher-level skills of language and self-expression through literature, historical readings, and current events. Advanced students who wish to prepare for the university CLP exam are highly encouraged to take both courses. Successful completion of this exam will enable students to earn 8 - 16 university credits depending on the score earned and the policy of their chosen university.

LANG1300 - Navajo I Fall (9 - 12)
LANG1320 - Navajo II Spring (9 - 12)
LANG1330 - Navajo III (9 - 12)

Graduation Requirements: Elective
Prerequisites: A “C” or better is required to move to the next course within the language series
Open To Grades: 9-12
Length of Course: 1 Semester Each

Description: The students learn Dine’ bizzaad at all levels by listening, speaking, reading, writing, and role-playing. In the first two levels, they learn basic vocabulary and useful expressions. Students are introduced to Navajo culture and history. In advanced levels, students increase their verbal proficiency and study syntax and grammar. Students are immersed in Dine’ pragmatics, play writing and literature development.

LANG1400 - Spanish IA Fall (9 - 12)
LANG1410 - Spanish IB Spring (9 - 12)
LANG1420 - Spanish II (9 - 12)
LANG1430 - Spanish III (9 - 12)

Graduation Requirements: Elective
Prerequisites: A “C” or better is required to move to the next course within the language series
Open To Grades: 9-12
Length of Course: 1 Semester Each

Description: The first three terms of Spanish are recommended for college-bound students who wish to achieve the language proficiency expected by most four-year colleges and universities. Levels IA, 1B and II establish a foundation of communication dealing with everyday activities in meaningful cultural contexts and basic grammar. Students learn essential vocabulary, useful expressions and study Hispanic culture. In Spanish III students learn advanced grammatical structures and improve their oral proficiency skills . This course is designed to prepare students for admission to Honors Spanish IV.

LANG1440 - Honors Spanish IV (11 - 12)

Graduation Requirements: Elective
Prerequisites: Completed Spanish III with a “B” or better or teacher approval
Open To Grades: 11, 12
Length of Course: 1 Semester

Description: Honors Spanish IV emphasizes written communication skills and begins to prepare students for the Advanced Placement Spanish Language Exam. Students who have completed Spanish III are highly encouraged to take both Honors Spanish IV – Fall Term and Advanced Placement Spanish Language – Spring Term.

LANG1500 - AP Spanish Language Spring Only (9 - 12)

Graduation Requirements: Elective
Prerequisites: Completed Spanish IV with a “B” or better or teacher approval
Open To Grades: 9-12
Length of Course: 1 Semester

Description: The Advanced Placement Program in Spanish Language is comparable to third-year college courses which emphasize conversation and composition. It is intended for those students who have chosen to develop their proficiency in all four language skills; listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This is also an excellent course in which native speakers can learn more about their own language and culture. This course is equivalent to a third year college course in advanced Spanish writing and conversation. College credit is
awarded accordingly for those students who pass the exam with a score of a 3, 4, or 5.