Wheeling Central Catholic High School

Academics

FRE511 French I (Year)
This course is an introduction to the French language and culture. Skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing are taught with particular emphasis on oral proficiency in the language. Students model correct pronunciation and have ample opportunity to speak French in the classroom. Basic grammatical structures and thematic vocabulary are presented. Students also complete a cultural unit on the geography of France.

SPA515 Spanish I (Year)
In this course students acquire the skills necessary to communicate effectively in Spanish. Emphasis is placed on the development of the following: listening comprehension, speaking and pronunciation, reading comprehension.

FRE521 French II (Year)
This course continues with the skills learned in French I. Vocabulary and grammar become more complex, and new verb tenses are presented. More of the classroom dialogue is in French and students understand and speak on a higher level. Students complete a cultural unit on Paris and do a cultural project on a French-speaking country.

SPA525 Spanish II (Year)
The development of the four linguistic skills acquired in Spanish I is continued in this course. Increased emphasis is placed on speaking. More complex vocabulary and grammatical concepts are introduced. The study of culture expands to include cross-cultural similarities and differences.

FRE531 French III (Year)
Students continue to develop their communication skills with particular emphasis placed on listening and speaking. Students present material orally to the class, participate in class discussion in the target language, and improve their listening comprehension through a series of dictations. More complex grammatical concepts and verb tenses are presented. Students also complete a cultural unit on French art.

SPA535 Spanish III (Year)
Spanish is used as the primary means of communication in this advanced Spanish course. Additional thematic vocabulary and grammatical concepts enable students to express themselves in a more complex manner. Reading skills and cultural awareness are heightened through the introduction of Spanish/Latin American literature.

GER536 German I (Year)
This course provides a good foundation in the German language. Students develop a sound understanding of basic grammar and master a well-selected vocabulary. In addition, students read and write simple compositions in the target language. To strengthen listening skills, commands and directions are used in German and all tests include listening portions. Speaking skills are developed by paraphrasing texts and by composing and delivering original dialogues based on the chapter material. Cultural similarities and differences are highlighted.

FRE541 French IV (Year)
French is used as the primary language of communication in this advanced language class. Students continue to improve their communications skills through a series of impromptu speaking exercises and read short stories and poetry to enhance their reading skills. Advanced verb tenses and their uses are presented, preparing students for college placement tests. Cultural units in French IV include French history and civilization as well as the study of other French-speaking countries.

SPA545 Spanish IV (Year)
This advanced course uses Spanish as the primary language of communication in the classroom and provides students with the skill necessary to use the language in unstructured situations. Advanced vocabulary and grammatical concepts are presented. The internalization of previously learned concepts is encouraged. Further reading and discussion of literary selections enable students to identify additional cultural aspects of the Hispanic world.

GER546 German II (Year)
Students in this course master a higher level of grammar and are able to express themselves both orally and in writing with more detail and complexity of thought. Students begin to use German in practical situations and are able to expand their vocabulary to include abstract ideas. Cultural studies emphasize geography and life styles and are expanded to include all German-speaking countries.

GER556 German III (Year)
This course is designed to give students a review of basic German grammar and a thorough understanding of the more complex elements of the language. In addition, the class studies the highlights of the German culture, particularly historical background and present lifestyles. Students utilize textbooks and outside resources for comprehensive practice of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.