English Language Arts
English I
English I
Course #: 1001
Grade: 9
GPA Tier II Course
Prerequisite: None
Students read world literature with an emphasis on the classics from a variety of genres, including literary and informational text, while focusing on literary analysis, understanding grammar, and enriching vocabulary. Students begin moving beyond comprehension of text to analysis and judgement. Students compose a variety of effective informal and fully processed compositions. Informational research skills will be addressed, including MLA format. Students will also refine their listening and speaking skills during speeches, presentations and group work.
Credit: 1
English I Honors
Course #: 1011
Grade: 9
GPA Tier I Course
Prerequisite: Meets Grade Level on last state assessment in Reading or successful completion of a district assessment (in one attempt)
This is a college prep course. In content, it mirrors English I but with increased pace and rigor of texts and assignments. Students shift from concrete to abstract thinking and use higher level thinking processes when reading and writing about complex and varied texts considered to be “works of literary merit.” Students deepen their understanding of the ways that writers use language. They also engage in close, critical reading, and interpretation and evaluation of literature. Students write in a variety of modes demonstrating their understanding and analysis of literary works, as well as their abilities with persuasion and research. Students write, read, and research extensively in and out of class on a wide variety of assignments to reinforce the course content. They refine their listening and speaking skills during speeches and presentations. Possible summer reading assignment.
Credit: 1
English II
English II
Course #: 1002
Grade: 10
GPA Tier II Course
Prerequisite: English I
Students practice all forms of writing, such as logical arguments, expressions of opinion, and personal forms of writing. Students plan, draft, edit, and revise written compositions. They revise for clarity, depth of ideas, and engaging language; they edit for the correct use of the conventions and mechanics of written English, producing final error-free drafts. Students read extensively in multiple genres from mostly 20th C world literature. Students learn literary forms and terms associated with the reading selection, and continue work with grammar, vocabulary, and analysis of writer’s craft. Students interpret the possible influences of the historical context on the literary work. Students will continue to refine their abilities with research, listening and speaking skills.
Credit: 1
English II Honors
Course #: 10121003
Grade: 10
GPA Tier I Course
Prerequisite: English I, Meets Grade Level on last state assessment in English or successful completion of a district assessment (in one attempt)
This is a college prep course. In content, it mirrors English II but with increased pace and rigor of texts and assignments. Students read a variety of texts considered to be “works of literary merit” that are complex and varied, including classic and contemporary texts, traditional works, works by multicultural authors, fiction, nonfiction, prose, poetry, mythology, the Bible as literature, satires, works containing irony, and works that contain archetypes of setting, character, and plot. Students will write in a variety of modes demonstrating their understanding and analysis of literary works. Students write and research extensively outside of class time on a wide variety of assignments to reinforce their reading, as well as their abilities with persuasion and research. Students write, read and research extensively in and outside of class time on a wide variety of assignments to reinforce the course content. They refine their listening and speaking skills during speeches and presentations. Possible summer reading assignment.
Credit: 1
English III
English III
Course #: 1003
Grade: 11
GPA Tier II Course
Prerequisite: English II
Students engage in informal and formal writing, taking several compositions through the full process of planning, drafting, editing, and revising written compositions in a variety of forms. Furthermore, students read extensively in multiple genres from American literature, and learn literary forms and terms associated with selections being read. Students interpret the possible influences of the historical context on a literary work. Students engage in the process of research focusing on argumentative skills. They continue to refine their listening and speaking skills with speeches, presentations and group assignments.
Credit: 1
English III Dual Credit
Course #: 1013
Grade: 11
GPA Tier I Course
Prerequisite: English II, College entrance exam
First Semester
Taught during the first semester, English 1301, Composition I, emphasizes principles and techniques of written, expository, and persuasive composition with a focus on the patterns of development; analysis of literary, expository, and persuasive texts; and critical thinking. Emphasis is given to MLA format. Several fully processed compositions are required, including a research paper. Students must earn a minimum grade of “C” in English 1301 before enrolling in English 1302.
Credit: 0.5, 3 college hours
Second Semester
English 1302, Composition II, emphasizes principles and techniques of written, expository, and persuasive composition; analysis of literary, expository, and persuasive texts; and critical thinking. Students apply composition skills to the study and analysis of poetry, the short story, drama, the essay, and/or the novel. An argumentative or analytical research paper utilizing the MLA format is required along with several other fully processed papers.
Credit: 0.5, 3 college hours
English IV
English IV
Course #: 1004
Grade: 12
GPA Tier II Course
Prerequisite: English III
English IV includes extensive composition and language practice, study of the origins and growth of the English language through a survey of British literature, and reading of other works by world masters from all literary periods. It includes the continuation of argumentative research skills, as well as a focus on refining listening and speaking abilities while giving presentations and participating in group assignments.
Credit: 1
English IV Dual Credit
Course #: 1014
Grade: 12
GPA Tier I Course
Prerequisite: C or higher in English 2322 (English 3 DC)
First Semester
English 2322 looks at selected significant works of British literature. These may include study of movements, schools, or periods. Emphasis is given to The Middle Ages through The Eighteenth Century as well as readings from an anthology. The course will also include parallel study of a history of British literature. A research paper utilizing the MLA format is required, along with other fully processed compositions and presentations.
Credit: 0.5, 3 college hours
Second Semester
Taught during the second semester, English 2323 looks at selected significant works of British literature. These may include study of movements, schools, or periods. Emphasis is given to The Romantic Period through the present as well as readings from an anthology. The course will also include parallel study of a history of British literature. A research paper utilizing the MLA format is required, along with other fully processed compositions and presentations.
Credit: 0.5, 3 college hours
ELA College Preparatory Course
Course #: 1600
Grade: 12
GPA Tier II Course
Prerequisite: English III and successful completion of ELA I and/or ELA II EOC
ELA College Preparatory Course is designed to improve integrated critical reading and writing skills through engagement with a variety of texts across content areas and genres. Students will be able to develop and express ideas clearly and effectively to communicate with various audiences for a variety of purposes and occasions. ELA College Preparatory Course is not offered for dual credit. The TSI-A will be used as the final exam as required by SWTJC.
Credit: 1
English Interventions
Reading I
Course #: 1501
Grade: 9
Prerequisite: Intervention
READ 180 is an intensive reading intervention program designed to meet the needs of students whose reading/writing achievement is below the proficient level. The program directly addresses individual needs through adaptive and instructional software, high-interest literature, and direct explicit instruction in reading/writing skills. This course is accompanied with English I to allow students to receive Reading I and English I credit.
Credit: 1
Reading II
Course #: 1502
Grade: 10-12
Prerequisite: Intervention
Students utilize Fast ForWord[M1] , which uses neurological principles of the FAST Power Learning formula (Frequency and Intensity, Adaptivity, Simultaneous development, and Timely motivation). Fast ForWord products rapidly develop the foundational skills required for reading, while simultaneously improving reading skills.
Credit: 1
Language Development
Course #: 9035
Grade: 11-12
Requirement: LPAC Committee
This class is to assist ELL students with English language development with the use of software programs. The Rosetta Stone software program will help the student improve their speaking and writing skills. Each student will work at their pace to assure success. The Fast ForWord software program assists ELL student by listening to short stories, picture identification, vocabulary, and phonemic sounds by listening.
Credit: 1
Independent Studies in English I, II
Course #: 1307
Grade: 10-11
Prerequisite: Intervention
Students will develop skills necessary for composing business letters and requests for information, as well as for completing job applications and résumés. This course emphasizes the use of conventions and mechanics of written English, the appropriate and effective application of English grammar, and the effective use of vocabulary. Students are expected to understand the recursive nature of the writing process. Evaluation of students' own writing as well as the writing of others insures that students completing this course are able to analyze and evaluate their writing.
Credit: 1
Business English
Course #: 8753
Grade: 12
GPA Tier II Course
Prerequisite: Intervention
Business English is designed to improve integrated critical reading and writing skills through engagement with a variety of texts across content areas and genres. Students will be able to develop and express ideas clearly and effectively to communicate with various audiences for a variety of purposes and occasions.
Credit: 1
Journalism/Newspaper
Journalism
Course #: 1301
Grade: 10
Prerequisite: None
Students will learn about the American media, First Amendment Rights, and the responsibilities of a journalist as to ethics in reporting. They will also develop skills in writing, editing, design, advertising, photography (Photoshop), word- processing (Google Suite), and desktop publishing (SNO sites and InDesign). Students will develop a foundation that will allow them to participate in Yearbook I / Newspaper I.
Note: Writing will be emphasized in this course.
Credit: 1
Advanced Journalism I (Newspaper 1)
Course #: 1302
Grade: 11
Prerequisite: None
In Newspaper, students will participate in the creation of The Prowler news website. Students will analyze and assess current and emerging technologies, while designing and creating a multimedia newspaper that addresses community needs. Students will implement personal and interpersonal skills to prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace environment.
Credit: 1
Advanced Journalism II (Newspaper 2)
Course #: 1303
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: Advanced Journalism I
In Newspaper, students will participate in the creation of The Prowler news website. Students will analyze and assess current and emerging technologies, while designing and creating a multimedia newspaper that addresses community needs. Students will implement personal and interpersonal skills to prepare for a rapidly evolving workplace environment.
Credit: 1
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