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Spanish

1640A: Spanish I A
1640B: Spanish I B
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Full Year Course: Students need to sign up for both the A & B sections.
Prerequisite: None

Course Description: Spanish I is the first in a series of courses designed to lead you to communicating in Spanish. You will be immersed in the language and culture through listening, speaking, reading and writing. You will learn the basic vocabulary and grammar of Spanish.

1640A H: Spanish I A Honors
1640B H: Spanish I B Honors
Grade Level: 9
Full Year Course: Students need to sign up for both the A & B sections.
Prerequisite: All 9th grade students wanting to take Spanish will register for Spanish 1 A & B and then may pursue the honors program by completing and submitting an honors application by February 24, 2026. Please reach out to Mrs. Koepp for additional information. Priority placement will be given to students who have successfully completed a full year of 8th grade Spanish (both A & B) and/or previous Spanish experience based on the number of sections available.

Course Description: This full year course is a continuation of the language for students who have successfully completed 8th grade Spanish. The course is designed to review and enhance your proficiency in the language by immersing in the language and culture through listening, speaking, reading and writing.

1641A: Spanish II A
1641B: Spanish II B
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Full Year Course: Students need to sign up for both the A & B sections.
Prerequisite: Grade of C- or better by the end of Spanish IB OR completion of appeal process.

Course Description: ¿Quieres más? Spanish II is a continuation of immersion in the Spanish language through listening, speaking, reading, writing and culture. You will learn more verb tenses and more complex grammatical structures as you continue your study of the language and gain fluency.

1642A: Spanish III/Intro to Spanish-Speaking Cultures through Film and Music
1642B: Spanish III/Intro to Spanish-Speaking Cultures through Film and Music (SPAN 110)
Grade Level: 11, 12
Full Year Course: Students need to sign up for both the A & B sections. College credit is awarded at the end of Semester 2 bases on the successful completion of requirements within this yearlong course.
Prerequisite: Please see options below:
College Credit Options:

Juniors must be in the top one-third of their class or have a nationally standardized test score at or above a: ACT 23, Pre-ACT 22, SAT & PSAT 1070 or a 3.5 GPA.
B- or better in Spanish II plus appeals form to Saint Cloud State University
Sophomores should be in the top tenth of their class or have a nationally standardized test score at or above a: ACT 23, Pre-ACT 22, SAT & PSAT 1070 or a 3.75 GPA.
Or the completion of the appeals process through Saint Cloud State University (if above criteria is not met).

Prerequisite for High School Option:

C- or better in Spanish II

Course Description: Spanish III/Intro to Spanish-speaking Cultures through Film and Music (SPAN 110) is a college-level course offered via concurrent enrollment through Saint Cloud State University. This course is designed to give you a broad overview of the diverse cultures that make up the Spanish-speaking world. By the end of the course you will be able to describe each region’s ethnicity and show how each distinct ethnicity manifests itself in the culture in general, and in the music in particular, of that region. Students will be learning about the culture through the language. Therefore, during the year, 2-3 hours per week will be spent on the cultural elements of the course and 2-3 hours per week will be spent in furthering the students' knowledge of the language to enhance understanding of the cultural components of the course. Students will increase their vocabulary and proficiency in oral and written communication in the foreign language. Upon successful completion of this full year course, students will receive 3 credits from SCSU, which meets one of the requirements for Humanities & Fine Arts & fulfills the Global Perspective requirement at MN State Universities and will receive 1 NPHS credit.

1655: College in the Schools (CIS) – Spanish 1003
Grade Level: 12
Prerequisite: Grade of B- or better by the end of Spanish IIIB OR completion of appeal process.

Course Description: College in the Schools Spanish will emphasize speaking, reading, writing and listening at an advanced level. Since this course uses a communicative approach, there will be many opportunities to use Spanish in class. It will also help students develop reading and writing skills based on authentic materials from Spain and Latin America. Grammar will be reviewed but is not a key concept in this course. Many forms of assessments will be used such as compositions, chapter tests, presentations and an individual oral interview. Upon successful completion of this course with a 70% (C-) or better, students will earn 5 University of Minnesota - Twin Cities credits in Spanish 1003 and 1 NPHS credit. Students are strongly encouraged to register for both Spanish 1003 and 1004.

1645: College in the Schools (CIS) – Spanish 1004
Grade Level: 12
Prerequisite: Grade of B- or better by the end of Spanish IIIB OR completion of appeal process. Students must have successfully completed CIS Spanish 1003 with a 70% (C-) or better to move onto CIS Spanish 1004.

Course Description: CIS Spanish 1004 is a continuation of CIS Spanish 1003. It will be an intense course with an emphasis on reading, writing, listening, and speaking at an advanced level. Similar to CIS Spanish 1003, this course uses a communicative approach, so there will be many opportunities to use Spanish in class. Students will continue to develop their reading, writing and listening skills when doing activities using authentic materials from Spain and Latin America. New grammar concepts will be taught in this class, while other grammar tenses will be reviewed. Many forms of assessments will be used such as compositions, chapter tests and debates. After completing CIS Spanish 1003 and 1004, students will have fulfilled the college of liberal arts language requirements at most 4-year colleges! Upon successful completion of this course with a 70% (C-) or better. students will earn 5 University of Minnesota - Twin Cities credits in Spanish 1004 and 1 NPHS credit.

German

1646A: German I A
1646B: German I B
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisite: None

Course Description: Guten Tag! Designed for the student who wishes to expand their horizons by communicating in another language, this course serves as an introduction to the basic vocabulary and grammar of the German language. The student will also discover the exciting cultures and people of the various German speaking countries. Songs, listening activities, reading selections and videos add to the language experience. This is the first stepping stone on the path to College in the Schools German, which is worth 10 college credits.

1656A: German IA Honors
1656B: German IB Honors
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Full Year Course: Students need to sign up for both the A & B sections
Prerequisite: Prerequisite: Completion of the prerequisite Google Form, which will be emailed to all students who sign up for German 1, or email Ms. Vikla for a copy.

Course Description: This full year course is similar to German I; students will experience a more in depth look at the culture. The course is designed to boost your proficiency in the language and culture through listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students must earn a minimum of a B- in German 1A Honors in order to take German 1B Honors. If you would like guidance on whether or not this class is for you please contact: Ms. Vikla.

1647A: German II A
1647B: German II B
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12
Full Year Course: Students need to sign up for both the A & B sections
Prerequisite: Grade of C- or better by the end of German IB OR completion of appeal process.

Course Description: Herzlich Willkommen! This course is designed for the student who wishes to expand their present German vocabulary and learn new grammatical aspects of the language. Some concepts learned in German I will also be reviewed. Emphasis will be on writing short paragraphs, practicing conversations, reading short stories, conversing with fewer inhibitions and learning some basic facts about German geography. Songs, videos and other classroom activities help enrich the learning experience.

1648A: German III
1648B: German III
Grade Level: 11, 12
Full Year Course: Students need to sign up for both the A & B sections
Prerequisite: Students must have C- or better in German II OR completion of appeal process.

Course Description: Explore the richness of the German-speaking world through a blend of classic fairy tales, short stories, and modern culture. This course moves beyond the basics, challenging students to articulate complex ideas and handle real-life conversations with confidence. Through role-playing, group discussions, and multimedia projects, students will deepen their understanding of German society. The curriculum integrates advanced grammar and vocabulary naturally, using music, film, and digital resources to bring the language to life.

1650: College In the Schools (CIS) German 1003
Grade Level: 12
Prerequisite: A grade of B- or better by the end of German IIIB OR completion of appeal process.

Course Description: German 1003 is designed to review and expand your knowledge of German language structure and extend your comprehension and communicative abilities. Course materials include the course packet Sprünge, audio/visual resources on Google Classroom, a feature film and a variety of texts. Successful completion of CIS German 1003 will earn 5 college credits from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities and 1 NPHS credit. Students are strongly encouraged to register for both German 1003 and 1004.

1651: College in the Schools (CIS) German 1004
Grade Level: 12
Prerequisite: A grade of B- or better by the end of German IIIB OR completion of appeal process. Students must have successfully completed CIS German 1003 with a 70% (C-) or better to move onto CIS German 1004.

Course Description: German 1004 is designed to review and expand your knowledge of German language structure and to extend your comprehension and communicative abilities. Topics discussed include German history of the 20th century, film and art, issues of immigration and assimilation, youth and families and lifestyle choices. Course materials include the course packet Sprünge, audio/visual resources on Google Classroom, a feature film and a variety of texts. Successful completion of CIS German 1004 will earn an additional 5 college credits from the U of M-Twin Cities and 1 NPHS credit.