• ENGLISH 11 CP (Credits: 5; Prerequisite: English 10 CP; Grade: 11) This course continues to develop students’ critical reading and writing skills through the workshop model. It is designed to give students extensive choices in the selection of their reading. Students will explore the study of literary genres such as memoir, drama, and nonfiction. Students will analyze literature from diverse authors and read analytically and hone their skills for college and career readiness. Emphasis is placed on the analysis, synthesis and evaluation of text. In this course, students will continue their study of narrative, literary analysis, and persuasive writing techniques. A blend of independent reading, book clubs, and whole-class novels will be employed.

     

    ENGLISH 11/12 (Credits: 5; Prerequisite: English 9/10; Grade: 11/12) This course is designed for the student who has developed an exceptional proficiency in critical reading and thinking as well as advanced writing skills. Students are challenged with numerous fictional literary readings from several genres and related non-fiction. In addition, students may complete writing assignments and alternative interpretations. Students explore the modes of writing on a more structured level; journal writing will address students’ creative talents while other assignments will be analytical in nature. Students use MLA to conduct problem-based research projects.