*Note: Not all courses will be offered each semester.

(Aleut) Unangan Language/Culture I

Semester/Year
(9-12)

Prerequisite: None
Students begin this class by exploring the history of the Unangan Language and are introduced to its sound system and basic Unangan Language Conversation practicing conversation in the Aleut language. Students will be able to identify nouns and verbs to their vocabulary.
Emphasis is given to learning about traditional hands-on to Aleut arts and crafts throughout the entirety of this course. Students learn about, harpoons, Kentwood hats, qayux and klisax and their uses.

**Social Studies credit may also be given for this course.

(Aleut) Unangan Language/Culture II

Semester/Year
(10-12)

Prerequisite: Aleut Language/Culture I
Aleut Unangan II is a continuation of the first year’s work with more exposure to the language. More grammatical concepts will be introduced. The study of language and culture and its syntax will be increased. Students to enrich their curiosity to the Unangan Language and Culture would investigate the different Unangan literature. Simple translations from Unangan to English and from English to Unangan will be emphasized.

Advanced (Aleut) Unangan Language/Culture

Semester/Year
(11-12)

Prerequisite: Aleut Language/Culture II
Advanced Unangan language and Culture focuses on Unangan folklore, Unangan grammar, and use of the Unangan Dictionary. This segment of the class concludes with students doing research projects to enhance their knowledge of Aleut language and history. Unangan students begin emphasis on Eastern/Western Aleut Reading and recognition of dialectal differences.

Russian I

Year
(9-12)

Prerequisite: None

Russian I is a one-year introduction to the Russian language. It is an introduction to culture and geography of Russian speaking countries through listening and speaking the language; Russian alphabet, writing and reading, basic conversation.

Russian 2

Year
(10-12)

Prerequisite: Russian I

Russian 2 is a continuation of the first year’s work with more complex material. Increased use of Russian in the classroom discussion and increased study of cultural elements is included as well as an introduction to Russian composers and writers. Small compositions in Russian will be written. Translation from Russian into English and from English to Russian will be emphasized. Special activities in the class: Russian cooking, crafts, and special projects.

Advanced Russian

Year

(11-12)

Prerequisite: Russian 2

Advanced Russian is a more extensive communication course in the Russian language including the study of history, art and literature of Russia and a systematic analysis of grammar. Special activities will support study of Russian culture.

German I

Year

(9-12)

Prerequisite: None

German 1 is an introduction to the speech patterns and culture of German-speaking people, largely through listening to and speaking the language. German alphabet, writing and reading German and conversing on everyday topics will be emphasized, as well as grammar, conjugation of German verbs, present, past and future tenses of verbs. Special activities to support the study of German culture may include: cooking, individual projects on geography, and history.

German 2

Year

(10-12)

Prerequisite: German I

German 2 is a continuation of first year work with more complex material, reading and writing on a higher level of difficulty. Increased use of German is classroom discussions and encouragement of self-expression is emphasized. Study of cultural elements and an introduction of German literature is also included in the course.

Advanced German

Year

(11-12)

Prerequisite: German 2

Advanced German is a one or two year course. Review of grammar and vocabulary are emphasized, as well as a survey of German literature, including short novels and poetry. Writing, reading, and speaking skills will be improved throughout the course. Special activities to support study of the culture (cooking, crafts, etc.)

Spanish I

Year

(9-12)

Prerequisite: None

Spanish I is a basic communication class in the Spanish language through speaking, reading and writing, using audio/visual/lingual materials and question/answer techniques. Students are also introduced to the culture of Spain and Latin America.

Spanish 2

Year

(10-12)

Prerequisite: Spanish I

Spanish 2 continues to develop adequate skills for communicating with native Spanish-speaking people, reading, writing and completing basic grammar (Preterit, Imperfect, Future, Conditional Tenses).

Advanced Spanish

Year

(11-12)

Prerequisite: Spanish 2

Advanced Spanish is a more extensive communication course in the Spanish language, including the study of the history, art and literature of Spain, Mexico and South America. A systematic analysis of grammar is included. Grammatical themes covered: The Future Tense; Direct, Indirect, and Double Object Pronouns; Present Subjunctive; Imperfect Subjunctive; Present Perfect; Past Perfect; Conditional Perfect.

Conversational topics: Family relationship; Things that influence decisions you make; Careers and the preparation necessary to work at various professions; Talk about creativity.

Special activities: cooking, dancing, individual projects on geography and history.