World Language

The goal of the world languages program is to prepare students to be linguistically and culturally competent in languages other than English. The ability to communicate in a culturally appropriate manner with speakers of other languages is a key to success in our increasingly diverse global community. Instruction is offered in modern and classical languages, along with American Sign Language. 

Guiding Principles and Beliefs

• Language is best learned in an immersion setting.
• Language function takes precedence over language form.
• Language learners are diverse and grow at varying rates in their language development.
• Language learning aligns with workforce readiness skills and contributes to college and career readiness.
• Language skills are best measured by proficiency level.
• Students must be prepared to face the challenges of an increasingly pluralistic society.
• In order to ensure our own future, we must be able to communicate with the world around us.
• World languages not only open doors to other languages, but also to other cultures, people and lands.