Course Offerings in English
Mission Statement
The English Department offers a sequential and structured study of American, British and World Literature courses, designed to meet the needs of students on all academic levels, including accelerated and Advanced Placement. Genre study includes short stories, novels, plays, poetry, mythology and non-fiction with an emphasis on varying cultural influences as well as the particular context. Through the study of literature, students evaluate moral and social themes from a wide range of classical and modern authors. Additional electives in areas such as journalism, newspaper and yearbook production, and creative writing support the department’s goal of fostering an appreciation of language in its various forms of expression.
Equally important, the English Department provides a sequential four-year writing program, as detailed in our Writing Curriculum and Benchmark documents. Writing, rewriting, and conferencing with instructors help students foster clear thinking and logical arguments. Students use scholarly research and technology to develop and support their points of view.
In the English classroom, students are challenged to think critically, express ideas effectively, listen attentively and develop a strong individual voice. The stimulating classroom atmosphere that results allows for serious reflection on the power of the English language and communication.
Course Offerings:
FRESHMAN YEAR
Literary Genres Level I
Literary Genres Level II
Honors Literary Genres Level III
SOPHOMORE YEAR
American Literature Level I
American Literature Level II
American Literature Level II
Honors American Literature Level III
JUNIOR YEAR
British Literature Level I
British Literature Level II
Creative Writing* Level II
Etymological Studies* Level II
Yearbook Design I Level II
Yearbook Photography I Level II
Honors British Literature Level III
Journalism I* Level III
AP English: Language and Composition Level III
SENIOR YEAR
College Writing* Level II
Creative Writing* Level II
Literature by Women* Level II
Studies in Contemporary Fiction* Level II
Studies in Dramatic Literature* Level II
World Literature Level II
Yearbook Design I Level II
Yearbook Photography I Level II
Yearbook Design II Level II
Yearbook Photography II Level II
Literature by Women* Level III
World Literature Level III
Journalism II Crown Level III
AP English: Language and Composition Level III
AP English: Literature and Composition Level III
* One semester course credit
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