Welcome to World Languages at HPHS!

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  • Highland Park High School is proud to offer courses in 5 languages!

    • Chinese
    • French
    • Hebrew
    • Italian
    • Spanish

     

    World Languages Grading Philosophy

    The World Languages department at HPHS believes in the potential of all students to master course content and skills. Grading in our department is rooted in common values and best pedagogical practices. Grades are based on clear criteria and communicate information about learning progress. Grades are earned through a combination of formative and summative assessments and diverse evaluation  methods.  Grades are not used as behavior motivators, nor do they provide information about non-academic skills.  To foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment in which all learners can be successful, it is important that students have an understanding of what their grades mean. Student-friendly and consistent terminology is used to communicate information about grades and assessments in order to support student self-reflection, understanding, and growth. 

    HPHS Curriculum Matrix - World Language Department

  • Why study a language? 

    "Top 10 Reasons to Learn Languages"

    You’ve heard all the reasons why some people don’t learn languages, many of these founded on long-held myths and misconceptions lives . The truth is, in today’s increasingly interconnected and interdependent world, proficiency in other languages is a vital skill that gives you the opportunity to engage with the world in a more immediate and meaningful way—whether in your neighborhood or thousands of miles away—while better preparing you to compete and succeed in the global economy. Click here to read on about the "Top 10 Reasons to Learn Languages"!