A student may begin or continue the study of world languages at Minnetonka High School. French, German, Chinese, Spanish and American Sign Language are four-year programs and are offered in all grades.

Chinese, French, Spanish and German students who have successfully completed level 1 in 8th grade should register for Chinese 2, French 2G or 2X, German 2, or Spanish 2G or 2X. Students should speak with their current world language teacher for placement guidance. Because of the larger enrollments in French and Spanish levels 2-4, there is an accelerated course option, denoted by an “X,” and a general level course option, denoted by a “G.”

Students will not be allowed to switch from accelerated classes to regular classes, or vice versa, without teacher’s approval. The World Languages Department has clear guidelines that must be met before any changes can occur. For further information, please speak with your current teacher.

International Baccalaureate (IB) Language B Standard Level (SL) and IB Higher Level (HL) is offered in Chinese, French and German at level 4. Students entering Minnetonka High School from other school districts and/or international study or unique programs should consult with the World Language department chairperson to determine the correct placement and possible credit for previous study/experience. 

Students planning to attend a college or university can often satisfy their college admission and/or graduation requirements by taking world language courses during high school. All world language courses are electives.