This course is designed to mirror the reading and writing rigor of an advanced university-level English course while preparing students to take the associated AP exam in May. Students might gain college credit if they earn a score on the AP exam that meets their future university’s requirements. This course emphasizes the narrative writing styles that are commonly encountered in post-secondary education and professional fields. The accelerated course of study will focus on classical works and contemporary pieces, advanced techniques of creative exposition, and literary critical analysis. The Summer Enrichment Project is required.

AVID is an elective class designed to help students prepare for and succeed in college and university. Students in the program commit themselves to improvement & preparation for college. AVID offers a rigorous program of instruction in academic “survival skills” and college level entry skills. The AVID program teaches the student how to study, read for content, take Cornell Notes, and manage time. Students participate in collaborative study groups, or tutorials, led by tutors who use skillful questioning to bring students to a higher level of understanding.