Through a sequential process Spanish I develops the four basic languages skills; listening, speaking, reading & writing. The majority of the classes are conducted in Spanish with certain grammatical explications being done in English. Students are introduced to the culture of the Spanish-speaking world. The emphasis is on active student participation in Spanish. Admission to the honors program is based on testing and performance.

Requirements: 5-6 quarterly tests, 1-2 oral participation grades per quarter, final project.