This is a comprehensive, standards-driven course for freshmen that delves deeply into a theme-based study of literacy and informational texts through the My Perspective curriculum. Each unit involves significant whole-group, small-group, and independent work that serves to develop critical thinking skills, effective collaboration strategies, and the ability to read, write, speak, and listen rhetorically, analytically, and creatively. 

This is a comprehensive, standards-driven course for freshmen that delves deeply into a theme-based study of literacy and informational texts through the My Perspective curriculum. Each unit involves significant whole-group, small-group, and independent work that serves to develop critical thinking skills, effective collaboration strategies, and the ability to read, write, speak, and listen rhetorically, analytically, and creatively. 

This comprehensive, standards-driven course for juniors delves deeply into informational texts and literary nonfiction.Demonstrating growth and mastery in their ability to read and compose more complicated texts is a primary goal. To this end, juniors will compose at least seven culminating tasks, including at least one seven-page research paper, while applying research methods and documentation conventions effectively. Working with increasing independence, juniors will demonstrate higher levels of critical thinking. Learners will also engage in using appropriate register to strengthen their communication skills, including speaking and listening. In addition, all students must satisfy an independent reading requirement (SSR).

This comprehensive, standard-driven course for seniors delves deeply into a theme-based study of literary texts through the myPerspectives curriculum. Each unit involves significant whole-groups, small-group, and independent work that serves to develop critical thinking skills, effective collaboration strategies, and the ability to read, write, speak, and listen rhetorically.

Prerequisites: C or better in English I/II and/or teacher recommendation. 

As per the College Board course description, “The AP English Language and Composition course focuses on the development and revision of evidence-based analytic and argumentative writing, the rhetorical analysis of nonfiction texts, and the decisions writers make as they compose and revise. Students evaluate, synthesize, and cite research to support their arguments. Additionally, they read and analyze rhetorical elements and their effects in nonfiction texts—including images as forms of text— from a range of disciplines and historical periods... The AP English Language and Composition course aligns to an introductory college-level rhetoric and writing curriculum.” In addition, although “there are no prerequisite courses for AP English Language and Composition,” it is strongly advised that “students should be able to read and comprehend college-level texts and write grammatically correct, complete sentences.” Also, all students must satisfy an independent reading requirement (SSR).

Prerequisites: C or better in English III/AP English Language and/or teacher recommendation. 

As per the College Board course description, “The AP English Literature and Composition course aligns to an introductory college-level literary analysis course. The AP English Literature and Composition course focuses on reading, analyzing, and writing about imaginative literature (fiction, poetry, drama) from various periods. Students engage in close reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature to deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure. As they read, students consider a work’s structure, style, and themes, as well as its use of figurative language, imagery, and symbolism. Writing assignments include expository, analytical, and argumentative essays that require students to analyze and interpret literary works.”

In addition, although “there are no prerequisite courses for AP English Language and Composition,” it is strongly advised that “students should be able to read and comprehend college-level texts and write grammatically correct, complete sentences.” Also, all students are expected to complete independent reading tasks.