OUR ENGLISH ELECTIVE PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO CONNECT STUDENTS WITH COURSES THAT ADD VALUE AND DEPTH TO THEIR EXPERIENCE. THESE CLASSES ENRICH OUR STUDENT'S EXPERIENCES AND SKILL SETS.
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ENGLISH 12 (EN20)
Credit: 1/2 Length: 20 Weeks Grade: 12 Prerequisite: None
This course is designed to prepare students for life after graduation, whether that life includes college, a job, or the military. Students will read stories, poems, and longer works, but the primary focus of the course is on writing skills. Early in the course, the writing is focused on self-exploration that will help them understand who they are and where they might want to go with their lives. Later, in the course, the students will write a longer research paper to really work on their writing and organizational skills and to help prepare them for assignments if they choose to continue their schooling.
JOURNALISM (EN12)
Credit: 1/2 Length: 20 Weeks Grade: 10, 11 & 12 Prerequisite: None
This class will develop the writing skills needed in journalism and increase their ability to communicate. Different types of articles will be crafted, including hard news, features, and editorials. Skills to be gained include critical thinking, investigating, researching, and interviewing. Students will learn different writing styles and have the opportunity to publish their work.
MYSTERIES (EN17)
Credit: 1/2 Length: 20 Weeks Grade: 10, 11 & 12
Prerequisite: None
An exploration of the genre that includes reading classic and contemporary fiction and non-fiction writings and producing original works. Authentic discovery, analytical writing, and research are important parts of the curriculum.
MYTHOLOGY (EN08)
Credit: 1/2 Length: 20 Weeks Grade: 10, 11 & 12
Prerequisite: None
Course content will include the study of major world mythologies, pantheons, nature myths, love stories, the underworld, heroes, and the study of literature-based vocabulary. This class will explore classic mythology and begin to create meaningful and insightful connections to modern film, literature, and comic illustration. Students will develop strong note-taking skills. Creative and analytic papers will be emphasized.
POETRY (EN09)
Credit: 1/2 Length: 20 Weeks Grade: 10, 11 & 12
Prerequisite: None
This course is a survey of Poetry, Poetic Styles, and themes throughout the ages. The focus will be on a study of form and function while introducing students to poets from Homer to (Bob) Dylan. Students will read, analyze, and discuss poetry as well as have regular opportunities to craft and create their own poetry.
PUBLIC SPEAKING (EN10)
Credit: 1/2 Length: 20 Weeks Grade: 10, 11 & 12
Prerequisite: None
Business executives from major corporations across America have said that their single greatest fear was speaking in front of a group of people. The goal of this course is to enable students to feel confident and comfortable when speaking in front of a group, regardless of size. Whether you are college bound or heading for the workforce, strong oral communication skills will be one of the keys to your success. This course will attempt to improve your speaking, listening, and analyzing techniques.
SHORT STORY (EN07)
Credit: 1/2 Length: 20 Weeks Grade: 10, 11 & 12
Prerequisite: None
Do you enjoy reading short stories - comedies, histories, science fiction, romances, and mysteries? This elective will study the development of the short story and its current popularity. Students will be able to read authors of their own choosing for a required project.
DRAMA (EN14)
Credit: 1/2 Length: 20 Weeks Grades: 10, 11 & 12
Prerequisite: None
This course will be an exploration of all things drama. We will examine the history of theatre, ranging from Ancient Greece to modern times, and how Theatre and its genres have developed over the years. Students will gain an appreciation of the process that writers, directors, and actors go through to ensure that all elements of a production come together to create a successful connection between the performance and the audience. Throughout the semester, expect intense script analysis of established plays for traditional literary techniques, discussion of techniques for both staging and scripts, creative writing, and student-directed research based on one or more plays, movements, and playwrights.
NOTE: This course does not meet the NCAA Student-Athlete eligibility requirements. Please discuss this with your Guidance Counselor before taking this course.