Course Description:
The AP Latin course focuses on the in-depth study of selections from two of the greatest works in Latin literature: Vergil’s Aeneid and Caesar’s Gallic War. The course requires students to prepare and translate the readings and place these texts in a meaningful context, which helps develop critical, historical, and literary sensitivities. Throughout the course, students consider themes in the context of ancient literature and bring these works to life through classroom discussions, debates, and presentations. Additional English readings from both of these works help place the Latin readings in a significant context
Grade Level:
Open to 11th to 12th grades.
Prerequisite:
Teacher recommendation from an Honors English teacher is recommended but not required. There are no prerequisites; however, students are typically in their fourth year of high-school-level study
About the Instructor(s):
Greg Ross, M.A.
Mr. ross has a B.A. in history from Georgia State University and M.A. in adolescent education from Kennesaw State University. He has taught Latin at Sequoyah for twenty plus years.