Eight semesters of English are required for graduation. The
overall goal of the English program is critical thinking and
effective communication, both written and verbal, reached through
close examination of literature and informational texts. Students
analyze literary and informational works, relying on shared
inquiry methods for discussions and formal writing assignments.
Writing assignments (both analytical and creative), verbal skills
(in both discussions and presentations), and vocabulary all stem
from the works studied. Grammar is taught in the context of the
writing assignments. Classes contain a wide variety of genres,
styles, and periods of literature in order to help students
develop an appreciation for the subject matter. Students should
complete their Summer Reading prior to the first day of school.
COURSES
9th Grade
10th Grade
- Great Books
- Honors Great Books
11th Grade
- American Literature
- AP English Language & Composition
12th Grade
- Literature and Film
- Philosophy and Literature
- Writing from Literature
- AP English Literature & Composition
