The selection of available Spanish courses at my school ranges from 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8, and AP 9/10. Last year as a freshman while taking 3/4, my teacher recommended for me to skip 5/6 and move onto 7/8 as a sophomore. This would present a dilemma, as it would put me in a position to finish AP Spanish Language and Culture in 11th grade, leaving me without a 4th year of foreign language. My school does not offer AP Spanish Literature as another option, since I am the only 10th grader moving on to 7/8.
Should I skip 5/6 as my teacher recommends and only take 3 years of foreign language, or is it worth it to go a full 4 years? I know admissions officers say that 4 years of language in the same subject is desired, but I feel that 5/6 would move a bit slow for my pace. Any feedback is appreciated, thanks!
… Even if you skipped a year ahead. It means you’ll complete the requirement by junior year and will have a free slot for whatever is your passion, or a fun class just for the heck of it (current events, shop, culinary arts, Theater tech…)