Upper School Curriculum

Grades: 10, 11, 12
Fall

PREREQ: Completion of Intermediate High Spanish or above

The Banana:  Friend or Foe? In this Spanish-language semester elective, students have an opportunity to grow their language proficiency while taking a deep dive into a specific and focused topic. We will delve into the complex interplay of economics, politics and power as we explore the history of the banana industry in Central America and northern South America. Through authentic resources, class discussions, journaling and investigative projects, students will embark on a journey of planes and trains, art and literature, people and politics, and even the CIA, as they better understand the complex role of this everyday export. Along the way, students will explore geography, current events and other relevant topics about this important part of the world. The course is conducted entirely in Spanish.