World Language Department (new)

• Points-Based Grading System: The World Languages Department uses a points-based system. Each assignment, quiz, etc., is given a point value. The final grade is determined by adding up all the points earned and comparing it to a grading standard.
• Re-Taking Quizzes/ Tests: Students who miss school work because of unexcused absences are given the opportunity to make up missed work. The time period is about one week from the date it was assigned. Students are not allowed to retake tests or quizzes. Tests and quizzes are modified for students and scaffolding is provided.
• Dropping Low Assessment Grade: No grades are dropped and students are held accountable for all assessments given.
• Participation: A participation grade is/ will be given 1 time per quarter

The world language department at JHS has courses in Spanish and Italian and college credit courses through RIC for both languages.

You can find the full course list along with descriptions and prerequisite courses in our program of studies.

AATI National Italian Exam

Every year several Italian language students participate in the AATI National Italian Exam.

More than 6000 students in the US participated in the competition this year. Students were tested on reading, writing and listening skills.   Our 2026 winners were:

Italian 3:  BRONZE:  Emma Taglianetti

                 MERIT:      Steve Carrera Hermosilla, Samuel Halton, Angel Veillard, 

                                   Fabian Vejarano Tolentino

Italian 2:  SILVER:  Christopher Di Panni, Frank Nasisi Jr.

                BRONZE:  Kamryn Kue, Michael Mills, Carolyn Rosales

                MERIT:  Milani Abate, Mia Soprano, Jasmeet Mann 

Spanish IV, Spanish V, and Italian IV are offered through RIC’s Early Enrollment Program every year.