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TITLE
COURSE #
GRADE
SEMESTERS
CREDITS
French I
510
9-12
2
1
By the end of the course, students are expected to function at a Novice High proficiency level as defined by the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines.
RECOMMENDATION: C or better in academic English.
French II
511
9-12
2
1
By the end of the course, students are expected to function at an Intermediate Low proficiency level as defined by the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines.
PREREQUISITE: Student must have the following:
● C or better in level I.
French III
512
10-12
2
1
By the end of the course, students are expected to function at an Intermediate Mid-2 proficiency level as defined by the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines.
PREREQUISITE: Student must have the following:
● C or better in level II.
Honors French IV
515
11-12
2
1
By the end of the course, students are expected to function at an Intermediate Mid-3 proficiency level as defined by the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines. College credit (3 cr) is available for this course through the University of Pittsburgh. Click here for more information on Dual Enrollment.
PREREQUISITE: Student must have the following:
● B or better in level III and teacher recommendation.
AP French Language and Culture
516
12
2
1
Students who enroll in AP French Language Language and Culture should already have a good command of French grammar and vocabulary and have competence in listening, reading, speaking, and writing. The course should emphasize the use of language for active oral and written communication. Course content can reflect intellectual interests shared by the students and teacher (the arts, current events, literature, sports, etc.). The course seeks to further develop language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking.) Extensive training in the organization and writing of compositions is also emphasized. In order to receive weighted grading credit for the class, students must earn a B or better in the class (click here for AP policy). College credit (3 cr) is available for this course through Seton Hill University. Click here for more information on Dual Enrollment.
PREREQUISITE: Student must have the following:
● B or better in Honors French IV and recommendation from teacher.
● Composite score of Proficient or Advanced in all 3 Keystone Exams.
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