World Languages

The World Language Department attempts to relate human knowledge to the News of Salvation, by promoting the linguistic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing in an atmosphere of faith, understanding and acceptance. World Language instruction fosters the cultural awareness of other peoples, with special emphasis placed on the lifestyles of the young. A satisfying awareness of intellectual achievement comes with learning to speak and understand another language and strengthens the self-image of the student. Social growth develops from communication and shared activities.

All students are strongly encouraged to take at least two (2) years of a World Language. Seniors selecting a first-year level language MUST be already taking a foreign language AND/OR obtain the approval of both the Department Chair and the Office of Academic Affairs. Admission into a second or higher level of a language requires the satisfactory completion at the first or lower level, respectively, and the recommendation of the prior teacher.

Spanish

511 Spanish 1- Honors –2 semesters –1 credit

512 Spanish 1- Track 2 –2 semesters –1 credit

The Spanish language and culture are presented in the speaking, reading and writing are developed. The language is presented in the context of the contemporary Spanish-speaking world and its cultures. There is an emphasis on both the oral and written use of the language.

521 Spanish 2- Honors –2 semesters –1 credit

522 Spanish 2- Track 2 –2 semesters –1 credit

A greater degree of proficiency in the basic skills is expected of students in this course. More challenging grammatical structures are presented for mastery by students. An appreciation of the peoples and cultures of the Spanish-speaking world is incorporated.

531 Spanish 3- Honors –2 semesters –1 credit

The third-year course consists of grammatical structures, with mastery of verb systems, increased emphasis on reading for direct comprehension, and writing from dictation. Composition in Spanish begins. The geographical, historical and literary aspects of Spain and Latin America are the subjects of the readings.

541 Spanish 4 -Honors –2 semesters –1 credit

Through selections from literary and cultural topics, Spanish 4 presents a method of growing in the understanding of various aspects of Spanish life. Intensive practice in basic grammatical structures leads to reading and writing with greater ease. Communication and fluency improve through conversation on cultural topics.

Italian

510 Italian 1 –Honors –2 semesters –1 credit

514 Italian 1 –Track 2 –2 semesters –1 credit

The Italian language and culture are presented in the audio-visual setting where the four basic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing are developed. Conversation in Italian, grammar and vocabulary are stressed to facilitate communicative activities. Audio and video tapes introduce students to the language and culture of Italy.

520 Italian 2 –Honors –2 semesters –1 credit

524 Italian 2 –Track 2- 2 semesters –1 credit

A more intense exposure to an audio-visual setting is presented to students of Italian. Reinforcement of the four basic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing occurs. Conversation in Italian grammar and vocabulary will be taught more intensely to facilitate communicative activities.

Latin

515 Latin 1 -Honors –2 semesters –1 credit

The classical language of Latin is introduced through drills, exercises and activities that develop the student’s use of vocabulary and grammar. The student becomes familiar with Roman culture and its influence on the Western world and Christianity through cultural readings and studies in Latin and English. Study of Latin strengthens the student’s mastery of the English language and of other Romance languages offered at KKCHS. Students elect to take Latin along with a Modern Language (French, Spanish or Italian). The course is offered according to faculty availability.