I is a year-long elective for senior high students. German I students will learn basic conversational patters dealing with day to day situations, such as communicating about themselves and their family, friends, immediate surroundings and various leisure time activities. The main emphasis is on speaking and listening. Reading and writing are frequent activities, but are short and deal with personalized situations. Language use is mostly limited to guided practice.
Culture is integrated throughout each unit.
German II German II is a year-long elective for senior high students. Prerequisite is successful completion of German I, with at least a C, average recommended. Focus is on more sophisticated language situations, dealing with social experiences, cultural awareness, and global perspectives. Examples include sports events, basic correspondence, travel situations, foods, and geography. Emphasis continues to be on speaking and listening.