Latin I
 Life in 80 AD and the Greco-Roman World.                                                                               Through the adventures of the Cornelii family, you will become familiar with the basics of Latin grammar and the Roman people, their history, customs and mythology.

Course Topics:

Physical Environment                        House and Family                Education

Maps and Geography                       Travel                             Leisure and Sports

Religion, Myths and Legends                         Social Structures and Economics

                                          Art and Architecture

New York State Standards:

Students will be able to use a Language Other Than English:

  • Understand Latin and adapted passages from Latin authors
  • Respond in simple Latin and in English to questions based on Latin passages
  • Demonstrate a knowledge of basic Latin vocabulary and language structures
  • Increase English vocabulary based on Latin

Students will develop cross-cultural skills and understandings:

  • Demonstrate increased knowledge of Greco-Roman myths and legends, daily life and history, art and architecture and their influence on later civilizations
  • Read passages of Latin adapted from authentic Latin authors
  • Apply knowledge of Latin literature, authors, and techniques of style to world literary traditions