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Honors French III 1 credit Prerequisite: B or better in French II or placement by instructor Students will work to further develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Using culturally based materials including literature and film, students will expand vocabulary and understanding of grammatical structures. In addition to new material the student will review and expand upon previously studied topics. Quarterly independent projects are required. This course is conducted in French. French III 1 credit Prerequisite: C- or better in French II or placement by instructor Students will work to further develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Using culturally based materials including literature and film, students will expand vocabulary and understanding of grammatical structures. In addition to new material the student will review and expand upon previously studied topics. Much of the course is conducted in French. Honors French IV 1 credit Prerequisite: C or better in French III or placement by instructor Through the study of French literature, film, culture and current events, students will round out their high school experience with the French language. The course will review the grammar previously introduced in the first three years of French with primary emphasis on oral proficiency. This course is conducted exclusively in French. Students will continue to develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Honors French V 1 credit This course meets concurrently with French IV.   Literary readings will vary from year to year to avoid repetition. Students should see their French instructor or the Department Chair for more information on this offering, including eligibility standards. AP French 1 credit Prerequisite: B or better in Honors French III and teacher recommendation Students will develop strong communication skills in French including reading, writing, speaking and listening, as well as a familiarity with Francophone cultures. In addition to being well prepared for the course, students must have a high level of motivation and interest as well and sufficient time to prepare reading and writing assignments. All students are required to take the AP exam. GERMAN Honors German I 1 credit This rigorous, introductory German course will help students gain an understanding of German language and the culture of German-speaking countries. Students will participate in a variety of activities to begin developing their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in German. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have a firm foundation of German grammar and vocabulary and will be able to communicate on a basic level. Quarterly independent projects are required. German I 1 credit Students will gain a basic understanding of German language and the culture of German-speaking countries. Students will participate in a variety of activities to begin developing their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in German. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have a firm foundation of German grammar and vocabulary and will be able to communicate on a basic level. Honors German II 1 credit Prerequisite: B or better in German I or placement by instructor Students