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The English curriculum is a traditional program with an emphasis on critical thinking, literary interpretation, public speaking and writing skills. During the first three years, the department exposes students to an introductory study of various literary genres (9th grade), American Literature (10thgrade) and British Literature (11th grade). In the 12th grade, students choose from World Literature, World Literature with Film, or World Literature with Creative Writing. The department offers elective courses (American Theater, American Poetry and Journalism) to juniors and seniors. Electives must be taken in conjunction with the regular English classes. The department offers honors courses at all levels and AP in the senior year.

Course Offerings

• World Literature with Creative Writing

• Honors English I
• Honors English II
• Honors English III

• English I
• English II
• English III
• Honors English IV with AP
• World Literature
• World Literature with Creative Writing
• World Literature with Film
• Journalism/Mass Media
• Poetry
• Drama
Credits  5
Prerequisite None
Book(s) & Materials

Textbook :
Literature : The Human Experience : 8th Edition
Workbook : 
Not Required

Description

In this course the basic curriculum will be organized by genre and will be supplemented by analytical and original student writings in response to the material covered. Forms studied and written include both prose and verse, fiction and non-fiction (including a research project). Some assignments may be given in conjunction with national and local writing contests. This course is designed for the student with above average writing skills and an interest in creative self-expression.