Foreign Languages
Foreign Language Department
Two years of the same foreign language are required for graduation.
Latin I
Two semesters; 1 credit. This course serves as an introduction to the Latin language and to ancient Roman culture. Students will acquire a basic Latin vocabulary and will increase their knowledge of English words that are derived from Latin. Particular emphasis is placed upon developing a versatile knowledge of Latin grammar. The study of Latin vocabulary and grammar will help them acquire and develop the ability to translate passages of increasing difficulty both from Latin into English and English into Latin. The two primary skills addressed are reading and writing. Students, however, will also be able to comfortably read Latin aloud.
Latin II
Two semesters; 1 credit. The second year of Latin begins with a concentrated review of first year grammar and vocabulary. The review is followed by the study and mastery of more complicated constructions such as the subjunctive mood and participial forms. Students will also encounter readings of increasing difficulty in Latin. A wide variety of reading selections such as Caesar’s Commentaries on the Gallic Wars, basic passages from Cicero, and selected texts from Sacred Scripture are studied.
Spanish I
Two semesters; 1 credit. Introduction to the Spanish language by a combination of audio-lingual and traditional methods. Basic vocabulary and grammar are studied. Correct Spanish pronunciation is taught and stressed. Hispanic culture is introduced.
Spanish II
Two semesters; 1 credit. Continuation of the basic essentials of Spanish grammar, vocabulary building, intense work on the aural comprehension and oral expression, and a continued introduction to Hispanic culture. A combination of traditional, visual, and audio-lingual methods are used.
