El Cajon Valley High School

Spanish 1C/2C
This is a two-semester course that serves as an introduction to the Spanish language by means of the communicative approach. The student encounters the basic grammatical structure of the language in its cultural context through a variety of activities, and carries on simple conversations. General emphasis is on listening and speaking. The course is designed for the college preparatory student and meets the UC “e” foreign language requirement.

Spanish 3C/4C
This two-semester course is the second year of study for the Spanish language. It is a continuation and expansion of the basic language patterns of Spanish 1C and 2C. Emphasis is on increasing communicative skills and cultural awareness of all people who speak Spanish. The student must have received at least a “C” in Spanish 1C and 2C to be enrolled. This course meets the University of California “e” foreign language and “g” elective requirements.

Spanish 5C/6C
This is a two-semester course for students who have completed two years of study of the language with a “C” or better in Spanish 3C and 4C. The student should attain a mastery of fundamental Spanish grammar and should be able to converse with a minimum of grammatical errors. The students are expected to participate freely in all classroom activities. They will attempt simple compositions related to daily experiences or reading matter of the course. Reading selections include works by recognized Spanish authors. This course meets the University of California “e” foreign language and “g” elective requirements.

Spanish 5H/6H
A two-semester course conducted exclusively in Spanish that requires greater depth, quality, and linguistic acumen from the student than the college preparatory curriculum. Students should demonstrate above average command of sentence structure and all basic grammar in oral and written language by the end of the course. Course requirements include, varied and consistent oral participation, weekly addition of a significant number of words to the student’s recognition and usage vocabulary, regular study of literary works of recognized merit, and writing development assignments. Prerequisite: Completion of Spanish 3C-4C, or equivalent, and teacher recommendation. This course meets the University of California “e” foreign language and “g” elective requirements.

AP Spanish Language
A two-semester course in Spanish Language designed to provide the capable student with the opportunity to take part in a college-level course while attending high school. The curriculum is consistent with the Advanced Placement Course Description published by the College Board. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation. This course meets the University of California “e” foreign language and “g” elective requirements.

Spanish for Spanish Speakers 1C/2C
A two-semester course designed to help the college preparatory native Spanish speaking student gain literacy skills in Spanish. Basic reading is emphasized, using short stories, articles, and simplified novels. Grammar is introduced. History and cultures of Hispanic people are studied. Specific writing projects are assigned. This course meets the University of California “e” foreign language requirement.

Spanish for Spanish Speakers 3C/4C
A two-semester course designed as a continuation of Spanish for Spanish Speakers 1C and 2C, with more advanced grammar, non-simplified reading materials, spelling lists, and more advanced vocabulary study. This course meets the University of California “e” foreign language and “g” elective requirements.

Spanish for Spanish Speakers 5C/6C
A two-semester course designed as a continuation of Spanish for Spanish Speakers 3C and 4C. It is an intermediate course with continued emphasis in reading, writing, grammar, and spelling. It also covers the reading of more difficult literary works, as well as the continued study of Hispanic culture and history.