8010: Spanish for Heritage Speakers II

Course Credit 1.0 Elective Credit Grade 10, 11, 12
Grading Scale
NHS Grade Scale
Length
2 Semesters
NCAA
No

Spanish for Heritage Speakers II is designed for students who have completed Spanish for Heritage Speakers I and are orally proficient in Spanish. This course builds upon students’ existing language skills while further developing advanced literacy and communication abilities.

Students will expand their written composition skills, construct oral arguments, express and support opinions, discuss hypothetical situations, and engage with a variety of literary genres. Instruction emphasizes formal language use, critical thinking, and effective communication in both written and spoken Spanish. Cultural exploration continues as students examine diverse perspectives and experiences within Hispanic cultures.

This course is part of the Seal of Biliteracy pathway. Students who successfully complete the course may test to earn the Seal of Biliteracy endorsement on their high school diploma.

Prerequisites for this course include successful completion of Spanish for Heritage Speakers I.