World Language Department

The World Language Department of Holy Cross High School prepares all students to actively and effectively participate in the global community of the 21^st century.  The Department embraces the belief that all students who speak one language can successfully learn another.  The program supports a continuous sequence of language learning, which provides opportunities to use language through meaningful, interactive experiences, enriched by authentic content. 

After completing course work in the World Language department at Holy Cross High School, all students will be able to:

 ~Demonstrate an understanding of the interrelationship between language and culture for at least one world language in addition to English

~Speak, write, and read in one language other than English

~Listen and understand in one language other than English

As we move to an Enhanced Learning Environment in September 2007, all students will be encouraged to explore two languages. Latin will be offered as a preparation for SAT as well as an appreciation for the classics. The World Language Department fosters a greater understanding of and appreciation for cultures by exploring themes and issues across content areas and making connections to the multicultural world of the 21^st century.

Academic Departments

Arts, Business, Technology

English

Mathematics

Health, Physical Education

Social Studies

Religion

Science

World Languages