World Language
World Language
The World Language Department offers two modern languages: French and Spanish, and one classical language: Latin. Knowledge and understanding of a world language promotes an appreciation of people and their cultures. In-depth study of a world language equips students with the tools necessary to communicate and problem solve effectively in life and in a global society. The modern languages stress proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and help students gain an appreciation of different cultures. In Latin, the emphasis is on vocabulary acquisition, grammar, translation, literary analysis, and appreciating classical literature and culture. It is recommended that students study at least three years of the same language. However, the opportunity is also available for students to explore a second or third language.
Spain Exchange (application/parent letter) 2024-2025: Each year RHAM participates in an exchange with our Spanish sister-school, Luis de Góngora, a school located in Córdoba, Spain. The visiting Spaniards generally visit us in the fall, while the RHAM students and teachers travel to Spain either in February or April. RHAM is proud to celebrate over 12 years of the exchange program! The application and student/parent welcome letter are linked below.
For a fulll listing and description of World Language courses, please click here to be taken to the Educational Oppurtunites Handbook.
Early College Experience (ECE)
UConn Early College Experience (UConn ECE) is a concurrent enrollment program that allows motivated high school students to take UConn courses at their high schools for both high school and college credit. Every course taken through UConn ECE is equivalent to the same course at the University of Connecticut. Students benefit by taking college courses in a setting that is both familiar and conducive to learning. The University of Connecticut certifies high school teachers to serve as UConn ECE Instructors and teach UConn courses.
(https://ece.uconn.edu/about/about-us/)
AP Courses and Exams
AP French: This course develops French language skills and teaches about the cultures in French-speaking parts of the world. Practice includes communicating in French and studying real-life materials such as newspaper articles, films, music, and books.
AP Latin: This course reads and analyzes Latin literature while exploring ancient Roman history and culture. Students will translate passages from the writings of Vergil and Caesar and examine them through class discussions, debates, and presentations.
AP Spanish: This course develops Spanish language skills and teaches about the cultures in Spanish-speaking parts of the world. Practice includes communicating in Spanish and studying real-life materials such as newspaper articles, films, music, and books.
World Language Honor Societies
World Language Honor Society inductions show prospective colleges and employers that a student values high academic achievement and has maintained proper citizenship. Colleges especially value language honor society induction because they are eager to accept students who challenge themselves in meaningful courses and who succeed.
Spanish Honor Society: Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica
The Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica is an honor society for high school students enrolled in Spanish, sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP).
French Honor Society: Société Honoraire de Français
The Société Honoraire de Français is an honor society for high school students enrolled in French, sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of French (AATF).
Latin Honor Society: National Junior Classical League
The NJCL Latin Honor Society is an honor society for high school students enrolled in Latin, sponsored by the American Classical League.