English

In an increasingly complex world, the ability to read and evaluate information is essential. The English department's goal is to develop our students' skills in a variety of areas, including reading, writing, and public speaking, discussion, and media analysis.

All ninth and tenth grade students will receive a complete course in English including work on literature, writing, discussion, public speaking, grammar, and vocabulary. Acting and Directing, Advanced Drama, and Journalism are electives. Eleventh and twelfth graders choose from a variety of electives to fulfill their third and fourth years of required English credits.

In grades 9-12, students are grouped according to performance and ability. An English level is determined by a student's performance in previous English classes, results of any reading or writing tests that he or she has taken, and teachers’recommendations.