English 9

Courses

ENGLISH REGENTS  - 01105 - 1 CREDIT

Prerequisite: None

Credit: English

Description: English Regents is designed for all students who will take the English Regents examination.  This course aims to improve students' knowledge in six major categories:  understanding literature, reading multiple genres, writing in a variety of forms, improving vocabulary, sharpening listening skills and enhancing speaking skills.  In addition, students will be introduced to the research process.

ENGLISH HONORS  - 01110  -1 CREDIT

Prerequisite: Teacher Recommendation and Mastery on Placement Exam

Credit: English

Description: This advanced course is designed for motivated English students who have a high level of achievement. Qualified students will have demonstrated the ability to think and write critically in response to a sophisticated approach to the study of literature.  A list of required summer reading is sent to qualified students.  In addition, students will be expected to read substantial amounts of advanced material at home during the school year.