SMC World Languages
St. Mary Central High School offers a variety of courses to help our students achieve their goals of acquiring another language.
Courses Offered
Español (Spanish)
- Level 1
- Level 2
- Level 3
- Level 4
- Level 5
Deutsch (German)
- Level 1
- Level 2
- Level 3
- Level 4/5
Francais (French)
- Level 1
- Level 2
- Level 3
- Level 4/5
Mandarin Chinese
- Level 1
- Level 2 (will be added in 2012-13)
- Level 3 (will be added in 2013-14)
- Level 4 (will be added in 2014-15)
Skills obtained through SMC's world language curriculum
- Listening skills in target languages
- Speaking skills in target languages
- Reading skills in target languages
- Writing skills in target languages
- Improved verbal and non-verbal communication skills in native language
- Knowledge of foreign cultures
- Increased knowledge of native culture
- Ability to function in a global community
- Critical thinking skills
Important advantages of studying world languages at SMC
- Placement tests put students at the appropriate skill level
- Students may earn university credits
- Students are well prepared for Advanced Placement and college placement exams
- Local Enrichment Opportunities
- Foreign Language Honor Socieities
- Hosting students from other cultures
- Various cultural experiences
- German Day
- World Language Night at SMC
Opportunities for Immersion/Cultural Experiences
- Concordia Language Villages
- Travel and family stay opportunities in Spain, Latin America, France and Germany
