Quarter(s): 1,2,3,4

Day(s): Mon

Open Spots: 5

Bienvenides! Get ready for a full year of beginner-level high school Spanish. This is a conversation-focused program designed to help students build practical vocabulary and foundational grammar skills through real-world communication. In this course, students will start with the Spanish alphabet and pronunciation, and then explore essential topics such as greetings and introductions, numbers, days of the week, months, and dates, telling time, weather and seasons, and school-related vocabulary, including classes, supplies, and schedules. Students will also learn how to describe themselves and others, talk about likes and dislikes using gustar, and express emotions and feelings. In addition, they will learn vocabulary related to family, pets, clothing, food, restaurants, and locations in town. By the end of these chapters, students will be able to engage in basic conversations about daily life, family, and school activities. Grammar is taught in context, meaning students will learn to use grammatical structures naturally through conversation, rather than through isolated drills. Key grammar concepts introduced in these chapters include definite and indefinite articles, subject pronouns, adjective agreement, plural and singular nouns, the present tense of regular -ar verbs, and core verbs like ser, estar, tener, and ir. Students will also learn how to form simple questions and negations in Spanish. Class will be conducted primarily "en espanol", with a strong emphasis on listening and speaking. Students will regularly practice asking and answering questions, participating in conversations, role-playing, and engaging with the language in authentic contexts. At home, students will be responsible for practicing vocabulary and grammar, completing written assignments, and watching short language immersion video clips. This course will help students gain confidence using Spanish in everyday situations and provide a strong foundation for continued language study. Workload: Students should expect to spend 30-45 minutes per day approximately 4 days per week on homework outside of class. Assignments: Are sent by e-mail to parents and students. Students must have access to a computer for videos that are assigned. Assessments: Quizzes and tests will be scored with a points system that parents can use in calculating a grade. Textbook: TBD by Instructor Credit: Homeschool families may wish to count this course as a full credit in Foreign Language for purposes of a high school transcript.

Quarter(s): 1,2,3,4

Day(s): Mon

Open Spots: 3

Que pasa? Get ready for an exciting year of high school Spanish. This course is conversation-focused and designed to help students expand their Spanish vocabulary and grammar skills while learning to communicate in practical, real-life situations. Through engaging, culturally rich lessons, students will develop their listening, speaking, reading, and writing abilities in Spanish. In this course, students will continue to build vocabulary around everyday topics, including daily routines, household chores, family activities, health and wellness, travel and transportation, shopping, and dining out. The curriculum will also explore cultural aspects of Spanish-speaking countries, such as popular celebrations, traditions, and regional differences, helping students make meaningful cultural comparisons and deepen their global awareness. Grammar will continue to be taught in context, practiced through conversation, and reinforced with interactive activities. Students will review present tense verb forms (including stem-changing and irregular verbs) and will deepen their understanding of reflexive verbs, direct and indirect object pronouns, and the preterite tense of both regular and irregular verbs. Students will also be introduced to basic uses of the imperfect tense, comparisons, sequencing words, and more complex sentence structures that allow for more expressive communication in Spanish. Class will be conducted primarily en espanol to build fluency and confidence in the language. A strong emphasis will be placed on listening and speaking through partner activities, role-plays, storytelling, question-and-answer practice, and real-world scenarios. Reading and writing tasks will further support spoken communication and deepen comprehension. At home, students will be responsible for completing vocabulary and grammar activities, writing short responses or dialogues, and watching engaging immersion videos. This course will help students continue developing their ability to use Spanish in real-life contexts and lay a solid foundation for future language study. Workload: Students should expect to spend 30-45 minutes per day approximately 4 days per week on homework outside of class. Assignments: Are sent by e-mail to parents and students. Students must have access to a computer for videos that are assigned. Assessments: Quizzes and tests will be scored with a points system that parents can use in calculating a grade. Textbook: TBD By Instructor. Credit: Homeschool families may wish to count this course as a full credit in Foreign Language for purposes of a high school transcript.

Quarter(s): 1,2,3,4

Day(s): Mon

Open Spots: 6

Saludos! The upcoming year promises an exciting journey in high school Spanish. This conversation-based program is designed to help students quickly build vocabulary and master essential grammar skills. The course covers everyday topics such as family relationships, daily routines, travel, health, technology, and leisure activities. It also includes vocabulary for shopping, ordering food, and describing surroundings, helping students express themselves naturally in a variety of contexts. Throughout the year, students will expand their vocabulary to include topics like shopping for clothing and food, discussing ancient civilizations, and exploring modern society, legends, and stories. They will also learn to describe food preparation, order meals in restaurants, and discuss movies, including attending premieres. Additional themes will cover writing for publications, family dynamics, environmental issues, and careers. Cultural exploration will include studying contemporary music and dances, which will also help reinforce grammar through popular songs. A major focus of the course will be the preterite tense, used to describe completed past actions. Students will work with both regular and irregular verbs (e.g., "comi" - I ate, "fui" - I went). They will also learn the imperfect tense, which expresses habitual actions in the past, such as "jugaba al futbol" (I used to play soccer). Understanding when to use the preterite versus the imperfect will be a key focus. Additionally, students will study the future tense to talk about upcoming events and begin learning the subjunctive tense to express desires, doubts, and hypothetical situations. The course will also emphasize the use of commands (imperative mood) for giving instructions and advice, as well as deepen understanding of object pronouns (direct, indirect, reflexive). Students will practice double object pronouns. Other grammar topics will include comparatives and superlatives, impersonal expressions, and routine spelling changes in verbs. In class, instruction will take place entirely en espanol, focusing on listening and speaking skills. Students will engage in role-playing, ask and answer questions, and participate in real-life scenarios to practice grammar and vocabulary. The goal is to use grammar in practical conversations, helping students gain fluency and confidence in Spanish. At home, students will be responsible for memorizing vocabulary and grammar, completing assignments, and watching grammar instruction and language immersion videos. These resources will reinforce learning, ensuring students are well-prepared for more advanced topics. Workload: Students should expect to spend 30-45 per day, 4 days per week on homework outside of class. Assignments: Are sent by e-mail to parents and students. Students must have access to a computer and internet service for computer-based videos and practice tools that are assigned as homework and are essential to success in the class. Assessments: Quizzes, tests, and individual performance reviews will be given to all students at regular intervals to provide parents with sufficient feedback to assign a grade. Textbook: TBD by Instructor Credit: Homeschool families may wish to count this course as a full credit in Foreign Language for purposes of a high school transcript.