Chinese Curriculum
Chinese Introduction:
Our Chinese program also sets us apart, as over 80% of our students are in grade level classes using the same curriculum as Chinese public schools. At the same time, our teachers have extensive experience teaching international students and know the diverse background, nationality, and goals of our students require different methods. Rather than aim for high test scores on Chinese exams, our teachers goal is for our students to become fluent in the Chinese Language and Culture, and be able to express themselves in formal writing or speaking as well as educated local citizens. Beyond the textbook, they use festivals, projects, and Chinese literature to achieve these goals.
Elementary Curriculum
Grade 1 – Grade 5
Our Chinese program also sets us apart, as over 80% of our students are in grade level classes using the same curriculum as Chinese public schools. At the same time, our teachers have extensive experience teaching international students and know the diverse background, nationality, and goals of our students require different methods. Rather than aim for high test scores on Chinese exams, our teachers goal is for our students to become fluent in the Chinese Language and Culture, and be able to express themselves in formal writing or speaking as well as educated local citizens. Beyond the textbook, they use festivals, projects, and Chinese literature to achieve these goals.
Middle School Curriculum
Grade 6:
Grade 7:
Grade 8:
High School Curriculum: World Languages
Spanish I
Spanish I use authentic resources and real-world-based activities to spark students’ curiosity. Students develop speaking and listening, reading, and writing skills in Spanish while fostering a love of new cultural experiences.
Spanish II
Students continue their study of Spanish by further expanding their knowledge of key vocabulary topics and grammar concepts. Students not only begin to comprehend listening and reading passages more fully, but they also start to express themselves more meaningfully in both speaking and writing. Each unit consists of a new vocabulary theme and grammar concept, reading, and listening comprehension activities, speaking and writing activities, multimedia cultural presentations, and interactive activities and practices which reinforce vocabulary and grammar.
Chinese Language and Culture I
This is the first in a two-year sequence which can lead to the AP Chinese Language and Culture exam. It prepares students to demonstrate their level of Chinese proficiency in interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational modes. The aim is to provide students with ongoing and varied opportunities to develop their understanding of the richness of the Chinese language and culture.
