Designed by the 2013 Web Design Class
SPANISH
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Designed by the 2013 Web Design Class
MRS. SCHWARTZ:
Mrs. Schwartz currently teaches all courses of Spanish classes at the high school level. There are approximately 100+ kids who are currently enrolled in the Spanish courses ranging from levels I-IV. Mrs. Schwartz is currently in her 12th year of teaching, all of which have taken place at Saint Henry High School.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:
SPANISH I:
Spanish I is designed to introduce all students to the basics of the Spanish language. A foundation in the four skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking is offered, as well as a solid understanding of the rules of grammar. Spanish culture and current information about the Spanish speaking countries are covered throughout the course. Textbooks, workbooks, movies, videos, tapes, and computer software are used as instructional aides. Studying Spanish can offer many opportunities for future job positions and for traveling. It is recommended that those who plant to attend a 4-year college take at least 2 years of the same foreign language.

SPANISH II:
Spanish II completes the introductory Spanish course. In this course, students will see the completion of the necessary grammar study started in Spanish I. A more in-depth practice of written expression, oral fluency, and cultural exposure will reinforce prior learning. The practical application of vocabulary learned in this course will allow students to feel comfortable when traveling in a Spanish-speaking country. Supplementary materials will be used in this course and students will continue working with the computer software applications used in Spanish I. It is recommended that Spanish II be taken immediately after Spanish I. Students planning to pursue a 4 year degree should take at least Spanish I and II.

SPANISH III:
​Spanish III completes the grammatical study begun in Spanish I and Spanish II and focuses on the practical applications of Spanish through conversation, comprehension skills, skits, short speeches, compositions, role-playing activities and cultural studies, as well as reading short stories and novels in the target language. Completing this advanced language course could contribute to the student receiving college credit before beginning study at a college or university. A third credit in a foreign language is one component needed to receive an honors diploma. The class will be instructed in the target language the majority of the time.

SPANISH IV:
Spanish IV stresses the mastery of listening, speaking, writing, and reading skills. Total language immersion is the goal. The fourth year will assure the final preparation for college proficiency testing. The class will be instructed in the target language the majority of the time.


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