World Language

Latin III Honors

In this honors course, students will continue their studies in the Latin language.  Building upon the fundamental grammar and vocabulary introduced in  previous Latin courses, students will be introduced to more advanced concepts and language.  Students will focus on expanding the use of the subjunctive mood, and reading authentic Latin texts.  Students will also be introduced to poetry, including its context and origins.  Students will experience the Roman world through the writings of authors and poets who lived before, during, and after Romes' transformation from republic into empire.  All these concepts will be applied in the students own work, whether it be in their writing, listening, and speaking.  

Students will learn the Latin language through site reading and translation.  Students will be introduced to the history of Rome through the eyes of its citizens, from the Late Roman historian Eutropius, to the poet Ovid.  Students will continue utilizing the five basic tenets of Classical Language Learning as based on the Standards for Classical Language Learning- Communication, Culture, Connections, Comparisons, and Communities.  Students will cement understanding of syntax, grammatical structure, vocabulary, and structures of language through authentic, unadapted Latin texts. 

Important Note: Because VCHS did not offer Latin I in the 2022-23 school year, Latin II will not be offered in 2023-24. Beginning in 2024-25, VCHS plans to offer Latin I and Latin II during the school year. Students who wish to pursue more advanced Latin may look into online Latin courses with the help of their counselors.