Program of Studies - Acton-Boxborough Regional School District ...

LATIN 1 500 (non-leveled)
Grades 9-12 Grouping: Homogeneous
Prerequisite: none
This course will introduce students to the Latin language and Roman culture. A
variety of strategies and methods are used to appeal to various learning styles
(visual, verbal, aural) and intelligences (linguistic, logical). Emphasis is placed on
learning Latin vocabulary in order to build English vocabulary. Vocabulary is
used to convey meaning and is presented through teacher modeling and visually
focused contexts including games and readings. Students will have the
opportunity to take the National Latin Exam (Intro Level) in March. This course
is intended for students who have either difficulty or no prior experience
studying a foreign language.
Full year course, 5 times per week, 5 credits
This course is for students in Grades 9, 10, 11, 12, although it is recommended to
begin Latin in grades 9 or 10
LATIN I (H) 506
Grades 9-12 Grouping: Homogeneous
Prerequisite: B or higher in English
This is an in-depth, introductory course of the Latin language, with heavy
influence upon grammar, vocabulary, writing and reading comprehension. Units
in mythology, history and Roman culture are also an integral part of this course.
Students will use the first book of the Jenney series and will proceed at a rigorous
pace, completing approximately 2/3 of the book by year-end. Intended for
students looking to advance to Latin II Honors and begin reading original Latin,
starting with Caesar, at mid-year. Students will be prepped to take the National
Latin Exam (Latin I level) in March.
Full year course, 5 times per week, 5 credits
This course is for students in Grades 9, 10, 11, 12, although it is recommended to
begin Latin in grades 9 or 10.
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