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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 Film

• 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 :
Film Art : An Introduction
Workbook : 
Not Required

Description

In this course selection, the basic World Literature curriculum will be supplemented by extension of the thematic units into cinema. Outside work includes the reading of current periodicals and the writing of personal critiques. Major essays include both critical and research topics. An oral presentation is also required. Students will also have the opportunity to plan and create their own video productions.