Upper School Curriculum

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Spring

PREREQ: Students are offered placement into WL ADV courses by their current teacher, in consultation with the department. Performance in previous courses, end-of-year assessments, overall language proficiency, and student skills are factors in offering placement to students.

Global Challenges is an Advanced Spanish class that explores contemporary societal issues through linguistic proficiency and critical analysis. Students will engage with the complexities of discrimination, feminism, and immigration, gaining insights into socio-political dynamics and cultural implications. Designed at the Advanced Mid level, the course aligns with ACTFL proficiency guidelines, providing students with the language skills to navigate and contribute to meaningful discussions on these pressing global challenges.