Graduating with distinctions in World Languages is an incredible honor where all recipients have taken at least two languages offered at Boulder HS and have been recommended by one of their language teachers. Below are the details needed to achieve the different levels. If you have any questions, please ask your Counselor.
Summa cum laude: Requirements
- First language: complete through Advanced Placement level; take AP exam; grade of A in class
- Second language: complete through Advanced Placement level; take AP exam; grade of A in class
- Teacher recommendation
For example: Summa Cum Laude: AP Spanish Literature; AP Latin
Magna cum laude: Requirements
- First language: complete through Advanced Placement level; take AP exam; grade of A in class
- Second language: complete through level 3; grade of A in class
- Teacher recommendation
For example: Magna cum Laude: AP Spanish Literature; French 3
Cum laude: Requirements
- First language: complete through level 4; take AP exam; grade of B in class
- Second language: complete through level 3; grade of B in class
- Teacher recommendation
For example: Cum Laude: French 3; Spanish 4