Welcome to Advanced English I/II! We will cover the essential curriculum from English I and English II in an accelerated format in order to put you on track to take English III as a sophomore, Western World Literature as a junior, and Advanced Placement English as a senior. You should also consider Comp I and II as well as some speech courses.
Rationale: Students enrolled in Advanced English I/II are on track to accelerate through ninth- and tenth-grade English in order to
be able to take the classes necessary to prepare for Advanced Placement English their senior year of high school. Additional
expectations of these students include strong language and analytical skills, detailed writings and discussions, and a strong work
ethic.
Objectives:
1. Students will engage in literary analysis of short fiction and nonfiction pieces, poems, novels, and plays.
2. Students will become reflective readers who interact with the text by using both metacognitive strategies (such as
thinking notes, reading aloud, thinking aloud, questioning, keeping journals, and annotating texts) and discussion
methods (such as pair shares, reading conferences, threaded discussions, and literature circles).
3. Students will use rhetorical writing and analysis to persuade and make rational judgments.
4. Students will develop their writing skills through both formal and informal writing. While the primary focus is on thesis
development, support, and deep structural traits, students will also be expected to exhibit proper grammar, usage, and
mechanics.
5. Students will develop their speaking skills through classroom discussions and presentations.
6. Students will exhibit a clear understanding of the rules of standard English through proper usage and explicit instruction.
7. Students will explore the various literary movements and identify their influence on the arts, politics, and history.
Supplies:
Students are expected to bring book(s), notebook, folder, and writing utensils to class every day. Students also need a notebook to leave in the classroom.
Absences:
In the event of an absence, it is the student’s responsibility to see the instructor BEFORE class begins in order to get the missed
work.If the student knows in advance that he or she will be absent, the student should obtain the work from the instructor prior
to his or her absence.
Tardies:
Punctuality is imperative in order for optimal learning conditions. Students should make every effort to arrive to class on time
and be seated and ready to learn when the bell rings. Students are allowed one unexcused tardy per semester subsequent tardies
will result in detention.
Plagiarism:
Plagiarism will not be tolerated. All students are responsible for their own work. Any student committing plagiarism in class will
receive a zero for the assignment.