Mr. Nabors instructs all of the following courses at Cordova High.
LATIN I
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 (one)
Prerequisites: For 9th grade: "90" average in 8th grade English and teacher recommendation
LATIN I emphasizes the language, history, and culture of the ancient Romans. Latin I stresses grammar, vocabulary, mythology, and culture. The study of Latin benefits the students in areas of English vocabulary and grammar.
NOTE: It is recommended that the student has at least a "B" average in English before enrolling in this course.
LATIN I HONORS
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 (one)
Prerequisites: For 9th grade: "A" average in 8th grade English; concurrently enrolled in 9th grade Honors English, student application, and teacher recommendation.
LATIN I (HONORS) is designed to emphasize the language, history and culture of the ancient Romans. Students are expected to complete an individual project each six weeks in the area of Roman civilization, etymology, history, and mythology.
LATIN II
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 (one)
Prerequisites: Latin I
LATIN II is designed as a continuation of the Latin I course.
NOTE: A "B" average in Latin I is recommended before enrolling in this course.
LATIN II HONORS
Grade Level: 10, 11, 12Credit: 1 (one)
Prerequisites: Latin I Honors and teacher recommendation
LATIN II HONORS is designed as a continuation of Latin I Honors. It is strongly recommended that students have a "90" average in Latin I Honors.
LATIN III HONORS
Grade Level: 11, 12Credit: 1 (one)
Prerequisites: Latin II Honors (with a "90" average), and teacher recommendation
LATIN III HONORS concentrates on reading unadapted Latin. This course is designed to develop further the student's reading comprehension, vocabulary, cultural appreciation, listening skills, and Latin composition.
Latin grammar will be studied in conjunction with the Latin readings. Roman History, culture, and mythology will be studied as they relate to the readings.
Students will be required to read and write in Latin as well as listen, comprehend, and respond orally to questions asked in Latin.
AP LATIN: CATULLUS
Grade Level: 11, 12Credit: 1 (one)
Prerequisites: Latin I Honors and Latin II Honors, teacher recommendation
AP LATIN: CATULLUS concentrates on the reading of the Latin poetry of Catullus. Special attention is given to the style, verification, and grammar peculiar to poetry.
Vocabulary development and extensive work in the translation of sight passages is essential to the course. The course also includes an intensive study of Greek mythology.
NOTE: All students enrolled in AP courses are expected to take the AP exam.
