World Language

Courses

IA – WL7010, IB – WL8020: Spanish IA & IB

Credits 1
Successful completion of both Spanish IA in 7th grade and Spanish IB in 8th grade is the equivalent of Spanish I taken as a one-year course in 8th grade or high school. A sequence of five years of Spanish courses is available. The emphasis in these courses is on the development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in the target language. Students also gain an understanding of various Spanish-speaking cultures.

IA – WL7110, IB – WL8120: French IA & IB

Credits 1
Successful completion of both French IA in 7th grade and French IB in 8th grade is the equivalent of French I taken as a one-year course in 8th grade or high school. A sequence of five years of French courses is available. The emphasis in these courses is on the development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in the target language. The courses also offer students a better understanding of the French-speaking world.

IA – WL7210, IB – WL8220: German IA & IB

Credits 1
Successful completion of both German IA in 7th grade and German IB in 8th grade is the equivalent of German I taken as a one-year course in 8th grade or high school. A sequence of five years of German courses is available. The emphasis in these courses is on the development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in the target language. The courses also provide students with an understanding of the cultures of German-speaking countries.

I – WL0100, II – WL0200, III – WL0350, IV – WL0400, AP – WL0500: Spanish I, II, III, IV & AP

Credits 1
A sequence of five years of Spanish courses is available. The emphasis in these courses is on the development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in the target language. Students also gain an understanding of various Spanish-speaking cultures. Separate sections of Spanish for native speakers may be available. AP Spanish students prepare for and take the College Board’s Advanced Placement Test, and those who receive an acceptable score on the test may receive college credit and/or advanced standing in college.

I – WL0150, II – WL0250: Honors Native Spanish I & II

Credits 1
A sequence of two years of Spanish courses is available to native and heritage speakers of Spanish, leading to Advanced Placement Spanish in the third year. The emphasis in these courses is on refinement of the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with a special emphasis on development of literacy skills. These courses also offer students a better understanding of the Latin American and Spanish culture. Spanish is used 100% of the time in class for instruction and interaction between students.

WL0160: International Languages, Cultures & Relations

Credits 1

International Languages Culture and Relations is a yearlong course that will focus on an introduction to the languages and cultures of diverse countries worldwide. This course centers around the core principles of fostering awareness, deep understanding, and genuine acceptance of international languages and cultures, with a keen emphasis on their pivotal role in the realm of international relations. Throughout this course, students will embark on a comprehensive exploration, offering a fundamental introduction to the language of the country under study, covering not only linguistic aspects but also delving into facets such as culture, religion, values, government, art, literature, and entertainment.

Offered only at Menchville, Denbigh, & Woodside High Schools.

WL0171/WL0172: Spanish in Action: Community Engagement

Credits 1

Spanish in Action: Community Engagement is designed as a capstone course for students who have participated in the Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program. The course provides students with meaningful opportunities to apply their bilingual skills in authentic contexts through service, mentorship, and community engagement.

This course bridges classroom learning with real-world application by connecting high school DLI students to local elementary DLI programs and community organizations that serve Spanish-speaking populations. Through these partnerships, students will use their language and cultural competence to support instruction, mentor younger learners, and contribute to community initiatives, deepening their understanding of the role bilingualism plays in civic engagement, leadership, and professional success.

Offered only at Menchville High School. 

WL0510: AP Spanish Literature and Culture

Credits 1
The AP Spanish Literature and Culture course uses a thematic approach to introduce students to representative texts from Peninsular Spanish, Latin American, and United States Hispanic literature. Students continue to develop proficiencies across the full range of the modes of communication, sharpening their critical reading and analytical writing skills. Literature is examined within the context of its time and place, as students reflect on the many voices and cultures present in the required readings. The course also includes a strong focus on cultural connections and comparisons, including exploration of various media. Students prepare for and take the College Board’s Advanced Placement Test, and those who receive an acceptable score on the test may receive college credit/or advanced standing in college.

WL0720: Spanish Literature and Film

Credits 1
Spanish Literature and Film is a course designed to compare, contrast and, analyze contemporary literature and cinema. In this course, students will see how literature and cinema reflect the practices and perspectives of the diverse Latin American countries and Spain. The activities in the course are designed to refine oral communication skills, increase global awareness, and promote critical thinking. This course is entirely taught in Spanish.

WL1100, WL1200, WL1350, WL1400, WL1500: French I, II, III, IV & AP

Credits 1
A sequence of five years of French courses is available. The emphasis in these courses is on the development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in the target language. The courses also offer students a better understanding of the French-Speaking world. AP French students prepare for and take the College Board’s Advanced Placement Test, and those who receive an acceptable score on the test may receive college credit and/or advanced standing in college.

WL2100, WL2200, WL2350, WL2400, WL2500: German I, II, III, IV & AP

Credits 1
A sequence of five years of German courses is available. The emphasis in these courses is on the development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in the target language. The courses also provide students with an understanding of the cultures of German-speaking countries. AP German students prepare for and take the College Board’s Advanced Placement Test, and those who receive an acceptable score on the test may receive college credit and/or advanced standing in college.

WL3100, WL3200, WL3350, WL3500: Latin I, II, III & AP

Credits 1
A sequence of four years of Latin courses is available. The beginning courses emphasize the fundamental principles of the language. Students are provided a working knowledge of the facts and terminology of both English and Latin. Students develop the ability to read and comprehend Latin. The works of Latin authors are read and, in the fourth year, students are introduced to the poetry and prose of Virgil and Cicero. AP Latin students prepare for and take the College Board’s Advanced Placement Test, and those who receive an acceptable score on the test may receive college credit and/or advanced standing in

WL6009, WL7040, WL8040: Spanish Language Arts for Dual Language Immersion

Credits 1
Students taking Spanish Language Arts for Dual Languages will take a sequence of three courses available in each middle school grade level, leading to Advanced Placement Spanish in high school. The emphasis in these courses is on refinement of the four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with a special focus on development of literacy skills. Spanish is used 100% of the class time for instruction and interaction between students. Using a literature-based approach, the goals of the courses are to develop all four language skills as well as expand students' study skills in the areas of critical thinking, summarizing, making inferences, analyzing, and collaboration.

WL8000: Spanish I

Credits 1
Spanish I in the 8th grade is equivalent to Spanish I at the high school. A sequence of five years of Spanish courses is available. The emphasis in these courses is on the development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in the target language. Students also gain an understanding of various Spanish-speaking cultures.

WL8100: French I

Credits 1
French I in the 8th grade is equivalent to French I at the high school. A sequence of five years of French courses is available. The emphasis in these courses is on the development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in the target language. The courses also offer students a better understanding of the French-speaking world.

WL8200: German I

Credits 1
German I in the 8th grade is equivalent to German I at the high school. A sequence of five years of German courses is available. The emphasis in these courses is on the development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in the target language. The courses also provide students with an understanding of the cultures of German-speaking countries.

WL9101/WL9102, WL9201/WL9202, WL9301/WL9302, WL9401/WL9402: American Sign Language I, II, III, IV

Credits 1

American Sign Language (ASL) I–IV provides students with a progressive and immersive study of ASL as a distinct language and culture. Rooted in the Virginia World Language Standards and ACTFL’s World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages, these courses develop communicative competence through receptive and expressive skills, linguistic accuracy, and cultural understanding of the Deaf community.

Students will learn to engage in real-world conversations, interpret authentic ASL content, and present information on familiar and academic topics using appropriate linguistic structures and non-manual signals. As students advance through the sequence, they will explore more complex grammatical structures, expand vocabulary, and deepen their understanding of Deaf history, culture, and contemporary issues.

(+.5 weighted credit for ASL III & IV)

Offered only at Hines Middle School & Warwick High School.