E E Smith High – Chinese I

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

Chinese I is an introductory course to Mandarin Chinese. Though students will receive instruction in all four aspects of the language (oral, listening, reading, and writing) during the early stages of their Chinese studies, class time will primarily be devoted to acquiring basic oral and listening skills. Once students are more familiar with structural conventions, they will be challenged with reading and writing materials that include some unknown characters so they can develop their skills under more authentic circumstances. In addition to gaining communicative and linguistic competence, students will be exposed to Chinese culture to better understand the cultural context in which their language skills will be used. The course will allow students to communicate interpersonally in daily life. Topics include greetings, basic introductions, appointments, locations, countries, languages, descriptions, shopping, and food. A proficiency exam will be given at the end of the course. Note: Course is offered at Cumberland International Early College, Reid Ross Classical High School, Seventy-First, South View, and Westover High Schools.