World Languages

Overview

 

Three credits of World Languages/Fine Arts/CTE are required to graduate from CMASAS. These can be a combination of any courses from World Language, Fine Arts, or CTE.

 

For students intending on applying to a public, four-year college or university it is recommended to take two credits of the same language. For students intending to apply to a highly selective college or university, it is recommended to take three to four credits in the same language.

 

CMASAS currently has two program options for world languages.  The information provided below is intended to help clarify these options.  Each option offers a slightly different approach and the languages available.

 

Immersion-Based Program

Traditional Program

Languages Offered

Description

Languages Offered

Description

  • Chinese 1-5
  • French 1-5
  • German 1-3
  • Italian 1-5
  • Japanese 1-3
  • Russian 1-3
  • Spanish 1-5
These courses are presented through Rosetta Stone. Students use images and audio to learn the language. There are no traditional lessons on grammar or verb conjugations, but rather these components of language are learned through immersion. Activities include a core lesson, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, listening, and others. Each activity follows the same format with students matching what they hear to images. Students will also use the voice recognition program to analyze their oral abilities. All Rosetta Stone courses are supplemented through our learning management system with culture projects, current events assignments, and oral assessments. 
  • Chinese 1-3
  • French 1-3
  • Latin 1-3
  • Spanish 1-4

A more traditional format to language learning that includes lessons in verb conjugations, grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. All content is presented through our learning management system. Various activities include audio and a recording feature for oral and listening assessments. 

This is the only program that offers Latin.

 

 

American Sign Language I

Honors
NCAA
Get ready to jump-start your journey through Deaf culture exploring the worlds of EARth and EYEth. You’ll dive headfirst into this visual language by learning the basic building blocks of communication. You’ll master the art of effortlessly navigating conversations about family, school, celebrations, food and restaurants, entertainment, and traveling. You’ll make stops along the way, exploring the roots and traditions of Deaf culture. So, buckle up—your journey awaits!
Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
None

American Sign Language II

Honors
NCAA
Continue your journey through the worlds of EARth and EYEth. Now it’s time to level up. Communication is our compass—whether you’re navigating directions you just received to downtown or classifiers, or you’re deciphering ASL literature—you’ll enjoy the journey. So, grab a snack, and maybe a drink too, and let’s dive in!
Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
American Sign Language I

American Sign Language III

Honors
NCAA
On the next step of your journey through the worlds of EARth and EYEth, you’ll follow three friends: a Deaf chef, a drummer, and an inspiring actress through their daily lives and friendship. Get ready to slice and dice like a chef, critique some entertainment for a vlog, reminisce on childhood memories, play some games, and do a little traveling. Along the way you will get to dive deeper into Deaf culture and even get an inside look into the lives of some famous Deaf people. So, what are you waiting for? Let’s hit the road!
Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
American Sign Language II

Chinese I

Essential Elective
Honors
NCAA

Students learn beginning Chinese; no prior exposure to the Chinese language is required. Students will primarily learn to speak and understand spoken Chinese, and they will also learn how to read and write basic Chinese. They will gain knowledge of the Chinese culture and become aware of both Chinese history and current events. 

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
None

Chinese II

Essential Elective
Honors
NCAA

Students learn how to navigate their surroundings and build on knowledge from Level 1. They are able to talk about telling time, giving and getting directions, using transportation, social interactions, dining out, enjoying basic and much more. They will continue to explore Chinese culture.

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
Chinese I

Chinese III

Essential Elective
Honors
NCAA

Students connect with the world around them by building on knowledge developed in Levels 1 and 2. They share ideas and opinions, expressing feelings, and talking about everyday life, interests, work, current events, culture and much more. 

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
Chinese II

Chinese IV

Honors
Ready for the next chapter? Technology downloads, life-balancing tips, and ancient Chinese literature all included to help shape you into being a global citizen! Come discover Chinese proverbs that resonate across cultures. Then, celebrate China’s exciting festivals, holidays, and geographical wonders. All this awaits and more! So, pack curiosity, leave room for wonder, and continue this grand adventure!
Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
Chinese 1, Chinese 2, Chinese 3

French I

Essential Elective
Honors
NCAA

Students learn beginning French; no prior exposure to the French language is required. Students will primarily learn to speak and understand spoken French, and they will also learn how to read and write basic French. They will gain knowledge of the French culture and history.

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
None

French II

Essential Elective
Honors
NCAA

Students learn how to navigate their surroundings and build on the vocabulary and essential language structure in Level 1. They are able to talk about giving and getting directions, using transportation, telling time, dining out, enjoying basic social interactions, and much more. They will continue to explore French culture.

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
French I

French III

Essential Elective
Honors
NCAA

Students connect with the world around them by building on the language fundamentals and conversational skills developed in Levels 1 and 2. They share ideas and opinions, expressing feelings, and talking about everyday life, interests, work, current events, culture and much more.

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
French II

French IV

Honors
NCAA

Students reach a level of fluency to communicate clearly in the workplace and other settings. Students understand and interpret written and spoken language on a variety of topics, and they also use French to present information, concepts, and ideas to an audience of listeners or readers.

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
French III

French V

Honors
NCAA

Students refine communication skills and make use of everything learned in French I - IV. Student use the French to learn about and discuss various topics, including entertainment, culture, government, and economics. 

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
French IV

German I

Honors
NCAA

Students learn beginning German; no prior exposure to the German language is required. Students will primarily learn to speak and understand spoken German, and they will also learn how to read and write basic German. They will gain knowledge of the German culture. 

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
None

German II

Honors
NCAA

Students learn how to navigate their surroundings and build on the vocabulary and essential language structure in Level 1. They are able to talk about giving and getting directions, using transportation, telling time, dining out, enjoying basic social interactions, and much more. They will continue to explore German culture.  

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
German I

German III

Honors
NCAA

Students connect with the world around them by building on the language fundamentals and conversational skills developed in Levels 1 and 2. They share ideas and opinions, expressing feelings, and talking about everyday life, interests, work, current events and much more.

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
German II

German IV

Honors
NCAA

Students reach a level of fluency to communicate clearly in the workplace and other settings. Students understand and interpret written and spoken language on a variety of topics, and they also use German to present information, concepts, and ideas to an audience of listeners or readers.

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
German III

Hebrew I

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Modern Hebrew language and the richness of its diverse cultures. You will learn beginning grammar and vocabulary skills to help build basic fluency and language proficiency. You will explore the culture and apply what you learn through novice writing, listening, reading, and speaking exercises.
Duration
2 Semesters

Hebrew II

Get ready to embark on the next leg of your journey to Hebrew fluency. In this course, you will continue building your listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills as well as increasing your cultural awareness of Israel through audio recordings, engaging images, interactive games, and readings. Apply what you learn through writing, listening, and speaking exercises. Take your Hebrew language skills to the next level!
Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
Hebrew I

Italian I

Honors
NCAA

Students learn beginning Italian; no prior exposure to the Italian language is required. Students will primarily learn to speak and understand spoken Italian, and they will also learn how to read and write basic Italian. They will gain knowledge of the Italian culture.  

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
None

Italian II

Honors
NCAA

Students learn how to navigate their surroundings and build on the vocabulary and essential language structure in Level 1. They are able to talk about giving and getting directions, using transportation, telling time, dining out, enjoying basic social interactions, and much more. They will continue to explore Italian culture.  

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
Italian I

Italian III

Honors
NCAA

Students connect with the world around them by building on the language fundamentals and conversational skills developed in Levels 1 and 2. They share ideas and opinions, expressing feelings, and talking about everyday life, interests, work, current events, culture and much more.

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
Italian II

Italian IV

Honors
NCAA

Students reach a level of fluency to communicate clearly in the workplace and other settings. Students understand and interpret written and spoken language on a variety of topics, and they also use Italian to present information, concepts, and ideas to an audience of listeners or readers.

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
Italian III

Japanese I

Honors
NCAA

Students learn beginning Japanese; no prior exposure to the Japanese language is required. Students will primarily learn to speak and understand spoken Japanese, and they will also learn how to read and write basic Japanese. They will gain knowledge of the Japanese culture.

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
None

Japanese II

Honors
NCAA

Students learn how to navigate their surroundings and build on the vocabulary and essential language structure in Level 1. They are able to talk about giving and getting directions, using transportation, telling time, dining out, enjoying basic social interactions, culture and much more.

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
Japanese I

Japanese III

Honors
NCAA

Students connect with the world around them by building on the language fundamentals and conversational skills developed in Levels 1 and 2. They share ideas and opinions, expressing feelings, and talking about everyday life, interests, work, current events and much more.

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
Japanese II

Latin I

Essential Elective
Honors
NCAA

Students take Latin to gain a strong linguistic foundation for learning several other languages as well as for building modern vocabulary, especially in the fields of science and medicine. Students interested in language and linguistics, sciences, and medicine are encouraged to take this course. Latin currently influences culture and language throughout the modern world. 

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
None

Latin II

Essential Elective
Honors
NCAA

Students build on the vocabulary and essential language structure in Level 1.  They are able to talk about giving and getting directions, using transportation, telling time, dining out, enjoying basic social interactions, and much more.  They become aware of both Latin history and its current influence in the world.

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
Latin I

Latin IV

Honors
Discover a mystery of epic proportion set in the world of classical Latin! In this course, the Palladium statue has been stolen and it's up to you to use your knowledge of Latin grammar and vocabulary to investigate whodunit. As you follow Detective Arcanus through the streets of Rome, you'll explore the history, culture, and myth of the Romans through the voices of their brilliant authors and poets. You'll apply what you have learned to translation, writing, listening, and literary analysis exercises to prepare you for AP and college level Latin. —Get ready to crack the case of the missing Palladium!
Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
Latin 1, Latin 2, Latin 3 Honors

Russian I

Honors
NCAA

Students learn beginning Russian; no prior exposure to the Russian language is required. Students will primarily learn to speak and understand spoken Russian, and they will also learn how to read and write basic Russian. They will gain knowledge of the Russian culture and become aware of both Russian history and current events.  

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
None

Russian II

Honors
NCAA

Students learn how to navigate their surroundings and build on the vocabulary and essential language structure in Level 1. They are able to talk about giving and getting directions, using transportation, telling time, dining out, enjoying basic social interactions. They will continue to explore Russian culture.

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
Russian I

Russian III

Honors
NCAA

Students connect with the world around them by building on the language fundamentals and conversational skills developed in Level 1 and 2.  They share ideas and options, expressing feelings, and talking about everyday life, interests, work, current events culture and much more. 

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
Russian II

Spanish I

Essential Elective
Honors
NCAA

Students learn beginning Spanish; no prior exposure to the Spanish language is required.  Students will primarily learn to speak and understand spoken Spanish, and they will also learn to read and write basic Spanish.  They will gain knowledge of the Spanish culture and become aware of both Spanish history and current events. 

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
None

Spanish II

Essential Elective
Honors
NCAA

Students learn how to navigate their surroundings and build on the vocabulary and essential language structure in Level 1. They are able to talk about giving and getting directions, using transportation, telling time, dining out, enjoying basic social interactions, culture and much more.

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
Spanish I

Spanish III

Essential Elective
Honors
NCAA

Students connect with the world around them by building on the language fundamentals and conversational skills developed in Levels 1 and 2.  They share ideas and opinions, expressing feelings, and talking about everyday life, interests, work, current events and much more.  They will continue to explore Spanish culture. 

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
Spanish II

Spanish IV

Essential Elective
Honors
NCAA

Spanish IV builds upon competencies mastered in Spanish I-III, reaching a level of fluency to communicate clearly in the workplace and other settings.  Students are able to understand and interpret written and spoken language on a variety of topics, and they also use Spanish to present information, concepts and ideas to an audience of listeners or readers on a variety of topics.  Stud

Duration
2 Semesters
Prerequisites
Spanish III