grade 9 world language

Rochester Catholic Schools believes the ability to communicate in more than one language is a critical need for today’s students as they enter into a multinational, multicultural world. The Lourdes High School World Language Department is dedicated to providing students with language skills as prescribed by national and state standards for world language acquisition. As students advance through each level of instruction, they not only acquire literacy in reading, writing, and speaking the target language, they also obtain an appreciation and understanding of diverse cultures. In addition, students are exposed to aspects of Catholic identity that complement the thematic unit as part of their learning process. Learning a second language offers our students a distinct advantage in interacting successfully in the modern global climate. Lourdes High School offers French I-IV, Spanish I-IV, and Latin I-IV. We also offer AP Spanish for 12th grade students.