An introductory course into the modes of writing and literary analysis expected of high school students. Literature studied includes Romeo and Juliet, Anthem, and a variety of stories from around the world. Writing is a critical component of this class as students must be able to write convincing essays, narratives, letters, and stories by the end of the year. An emphasis on developing correct grammar, spelling, paragraphing, and transitioning will be made via in-class work, student-teacher conferences, and the revision of work. Independent reading, outside of class, is required. By the end of the year, students will compile a portfolio of their writing and reading experiences that demonstrates that they are ready to move on to English 10. Come prepared for a class that challenges you to push the limits of your reading and writing skills and prepares you to take control of your own learning. Learning will be assessed in a variety of methods: comparisons to scoring rubrics and models, demonstrations of ability to apply knowledge, presentations, teacher observations/evaluations, peer and self-evaluations, and journals. |
This year long course focuses on personal exploration and growth, a look at different world cultures and how we fit into them. In addition to traditional sources of literature such as the novels Night and Things Fall Apart, students will read The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, participate in a project which culminates in teaching the class for a day or more, and venture out on their own "Hero's Journeys. Learning
will be assessed in a variety of methods: comparisons to scoring rubrics
and models, traditional tests, demonstrations of ability to apply
knowledge, projects, teacher observations/evaluations, peer evaluations,
performances of scenes from plays/novels/short stories, and journals. |
Learning will be assessed in a variety of methods: comparisons to scoring rubrics and models, traditional tests, demonstrations of ability to apply knowledge, projects, teacher observations/evaluations, peer evaluations, performances of scenes from plays/novels/short stories, and journals. |
Senior course for students who are preparing to go to college and/or desire to continue their studies in language arts, literature and writing. Emphasizes preparation for college level writing and text analysis. Specific Topics of study may vary each semester. Learning will be assessed in a variety of methods: comparisons to scoring rubrics and models, traditional tests, demonstrations of ability to apply knowledge, projects, teacher observations/evaluations, peer evaluations, performances of scenes from plays/novels/short stories, and journals. |
The title says it all...practice the rhetorical modes and experience the increasing sophistication expected of student writing in college. You will begin the process of "extending the conversation" between writer and audience. College Prep Composition will emphasize the rhetorical modes of writing. Students will experience the increasing sophistication expected of student writing at the college level. You will demonstrate your learning through a portfolio of essays compared to a holistic rubric, journals, peer and self assessment. |
This class explores the poetic and dramatic writings of Shakespeare, and his world. We examine the mechanics and style of his poetry, as well as the fascinating world in which he lived, and we read a number of his plays (specific plays to be determined by the teacher). Students will be asked to participate weekly, but no one is expected to have any acting skill whatsoever, nor is anyone expected to develop any acting skill in the course of the class. Acting is not the point. The goal of all participation in this class is to illuminate the story line, characters, and themes of the plays, and to develop a habit of viewing the plays as scripts meant to be seen and heard, rather than as texts meant to be read. Students will also be expected to read and write about the plays, and to participate in regular discussions and activities. Learning will be assessed in a variety of methods: comparisons to scoring rubrics and models, traditional tests, demonstrations of ability to apply knowledge, projects, teacher observations/evaluations, peer evaluations, performances of scenes from plays/novels/short stories, and journals. |
This course explores and celebrates your creativity and the craft of poetry and short fiction, as you write, read, share and workshop. You will demonstrate your learning through an individual collection of work in book form, participation in writing workshops and journals. |
In this course we will use science fiction to examine human nature, society, and many of the philosophical issues that arise in science fiction. We will study short stories, novels and critical essays on the genre; we will also examine the elements that create successful science fiction, and experiment creatively with our own sci-fi writing. In addition to quizzes and in-class work, the course will include three major critical essays, and a final creative writing project. Learning will be assessed in a variety of methods: comparisons to scoring rubrics and models, traditional tests, demonstrations of ability to apply knowledge, projects, teacher observations/evaluations, peer evaluations, performances of scenes from plays/novels/short stories, and journals. |
| English 12 -Literature through Film (ENG000) |
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Prerequisite: English 11 or AP English 11 |
| Length: 1 semester |
| Credits: .5 |
In this course we will use classic literature and film to examine human nature, society, and many of the philosophical issues that arise in literature. We will study novels and critical essays and watch film versions of the classic literature. In addition to quizzes and in-class work, the course will include three major critical essays, and a final writing project.
Learning will be
assessed in a variety of methods: comparisons to scoring rubrics and models,
traditional tests, demonstrations of ability to apply knowledge, projects, teacher
observations/evaluations, peer evaluations, and journals.
| Pacific Northwest Writers (TEN402) |
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Prerequisite: English 9 and 10 |
| Length: 1 semester |
| Credits: .5 |
In this course we will use writing from famous and not so famous critically acclaimed authors from this region of the world. We will study short stories, novels and critical essays on a variety of Pacific Northwest authors. At least once per semester one of these writers will be a guest in our class. In addition to quizzes and in-class work, the course will include three major critical essays, and a final creative writing project.
Learning will be
assessed in a variety of methods: comparisons to scoring rubrics and models,
traditional tests, demonstrations of ability to apply knowledge, projects, teacher
observations/evaluations, peer evaluations, performances of scenes from plays/novels/short
stories, and journals.
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| 20th Century Voices in Literature (TEN402) |
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Prerequisite: English 9 and 10 |
| Length: 1 semester |
| Credits: .5 |
In this course we will use the writings of various authors of the 20th century to examine human nature, society, and many of the philosophical issues that arise in literature. We will study short stories, novels and critical essays and we will also examine the elements that create successful pieces of literature. In addition to quizzes and in-class work, the course will include three major critical essays, and a final writing project.
Learning will be assessed in a variety of methods: comparisons to scoring rubrics and models, traditional tests, demonstrations of ability to apply knowledge, projects, teacher observations/evaluations, peer evaluations, performances of scenes from plays/novels/short stories, and journals.