This course challenges students to acquire, master, and apply skills in studying, writing, grammar, vocabulary and literature (terms, types and elements).  Emphasis is placed on grammar usage, writing format and interpretation of literature.  The Honors version of this course requires students to have the English skills necessary to meet a demanding course of study.  Emphasis is placed on oral and written communication skills.

 

This course builds on skills mastered in English I and applies them to world literature and analytical writing.  Emphasis is placed on writing skills needed for the development of the five-paragraph essay. The Honors version of this course requires students to have well-developed English skills to meet a demanding course of study.  English II Honors focuses on reading, writing, speaking, listening and viewing.  Emphasis is placed on the study of world literature and analytical writing in preparation for a four-year college.

 

This course builds on skills mastered in English II and applies them to American literature, writing and research.  Students analyze American literature in terms of social perspective and historical significance.  Critical analysis of texts is emphasized through reading, writing, speaking, listening, and using media.  The Honors version of this course applies higher-level thinking skills in reading, writing, speaking, listening and viewing.


*Prerequisite for all English IV classes:  Students must complete the research paper for the Graduation Project.

 

English IV requires students to extend the skills mastered in reading, writing, listening, speaking and viewing and to apply them to a survey of British literature.  The Honors version of this course requires students to demonstrate the ability to use analysis, synthesis and evaluation in a survey of British literature.  Students taking this course should have the appropriate English skills to meet a demanding course of study.  May require additional reading prior to enrollment.

 

This course covers publication as it pertains to high school needs.  Study builds from basic principles and procedures to actual publication.  Students have the opportunity to learn different aspects of publishing.

Journalism II
Prerequisite: Journalism I.  This course continues the study of publication as it pertains to high school needs.  Students work on school publications and have the opportunity to explore the different aspects of publishing.

Prerequisite: Two semesters of journalism and teacher recommendation.  Advanced journalism students will further develop sound journalistic skills in planning, interviewing, in-depth reporting, writing, editing, photographing, and managing ability.  They will participate in leadership roles, participate in workshops, maintain portfolios of work, and complete an independent project.

 

The yearbook staff is responsible for planning and producing the school yearbook.  Members of the class are responsible for selling advertisements, planning photography, writing suitable copy, drawing layouts and participating in selling yearbooks to the student body.  In the Honors version of this course students will continue to develop their managing ability and publication skills in planning, writing, editing, and designing.  They will participate in workshops, assume a leadership role and responsibilities as a section editor or editor-in-chief, sell required ads, maintain a portfolio of work, and complete an independent project.

 

Yearbook editors are responsible for editing proofs as well as completing the final edition of the yearbook.  Students review journalism principles and plan for the next publication.  In the Honors version of this course, advanced editors will assume leadership in editing and correcting proofs and completing the final edition of the yearbook.  They will use advanced journalism principles and polish layout design skills in creating other school publications.  Individuals will develop and present a potential yearbook plan with theme, cover and page design ideas.  Students will participate in workshops and submit work for scholastic organization competition.

 

Prerequisite: English I and II

Students will explore different modes and genres of writing, experimenting with voice, audience, purpose, and style.

 

Students study proper techniques of oral communication; they learn to speak with ease and confidence in a variety of situations.

 

This course provides instruction in the use of libraries and hands-on use of computers and CD-ROM programs that are housed at the school site.  Students are trained in all areas of library management and support.