English Language
Arts 11-12

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS:

Grade 11: English 11: Composition or English First Peoples 11: Literary Studies and Writing

Grade 12: English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12

**Students have the option to take EFP 11 or EFP 12 in conjunction with Indigenous Leadership in a blended, full-year course that will take place every second day. See below for more details.

ELECTIVES:
Creative Writing 12

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ENGLISH 11: COMPOSITION (MCMPS11)

English 11: Composition helps students refine and improve their writing through practice and revision. By studying works from various writers, students explore different styles to inspire their own writing. The course offers opportunities to create original pieces for diverse purposes and audiences. Through drafting, reflecting, and revising, students build a portfolio showcasing their growing skills and adaptability. They gain confidence while mastering their writing craft.

ENGLISH FIRST PEOPLES 11: LITERARY STUDIES AND WRITING (MEFLS11)

EFP 11: Literary Studies and Writing is for students interested in First Peoples literature and oral tradition while strengthening writing skills. The course focuses on self-expression and communication across contexts. Students explore First Peoples oral and written literature to analyze themes, authors, and topics, building critical and creative thinking skills. In a supportive setting, students work individually and collaboratively to create meaningful oral and written compositions. Through studying literature and refining their language, students enhance their communication skills and deepen their understanding of the world.

*Students have the option to take EFP 11 or EFP 12 in conjunction with Indigenous Leadership and CLE or CLC. See below.

ENGLISH STUDIES 12 (MENST12)

English Studies 12 meets the requirements for a BC Dogwood diploma. This course builds on and extends students’ previous learning experiences in ELA courses. It is designed for all students and provides them with opportunities to:

• refine their ability to communicate effectively in a variety of contexts and to achieve their personal and career goals

• think critically and creatively about the uses of language

• explore texts from a variety of sources, in multiple modes, and that reflect diverse worldviews

• deepen their understanding of themselves and others in a changing world

• gain insight into the factors that shape identity

• appreciate the importance of self-representation through text

• contribute to Reconciliation by increasing understanding of the knowledge and perspectives of First Peoples

• expand their understanding of what it means to be educated Canadian and global citizens.

ENGLISH FIRST PEOPLES 12 (MENFP12)

English First Peoples 12 meets the requirements for a BC Dogwood diploma. This course builds upon and extends students’ previous learning experiences in EFP courses. The course is grounded in the First Peoples Principles of Learning and is designed for all students, Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal, who are interested in delving deeply into First Peoples oral and written literature and visual texts in a range of media. The course focuses on the experiences, values, beliefs, and lived realities of First Peoples as evidenced in various forms of text, including oral story, poetry, song, performance, film, and prose. A key feature of the course is its focus on authentic First Peoples voices (i.e., historical or contemporary texts created by or with First Peoples).

ENGLISH FIRST PEOPLES, INDIGENOUS LEADERSHIP AND CAREER COURSE– FULL-YEAR
(MEFLS11---FY / YCPA-1CABL / MCLE or MENFP12---FY / YCPA-2CABL / MCLC)

This will be a blended, full-year course with Day 1/Day 2 alternating days, offering students a unique opportunity to explore Indigenous literature and leadership concepts as well as CLE/C while earning 12 credits during the same ‘block’ in the timetable.

• Day 1 will focus on English First Peoples 11/12 and Indigenous Leadership 11/12

• Day 2 will focus on Career Life Education/Career Life Connections

Please see the individual course descriptions for content details. This course will take place daily for the full year. See the description for full-year course delivery under the Course Scheduling Structure under the Home tab.

CREATIVE WRITING 12 (MCTWR12)

Creative Writing 12 is an elective designed for students who are interested in creating a body of work reflective of a sophisticated breadth and depth of skill. The course provides students with opportunities to specialize and publish in real-world contexts. Students engage in the exploration of personal and cultural identities, memories, and stories in a wide range of genres. Within a supportive community, students will collaborate and develop their skills through writing and design processes, visits from guest writers and attending writers’ workshops. Students will refine their ability to write in complex, controlled styles with effectiveness and impact. This course is an elective, and does not replace the English Studies 12/English First Peoples 12 graduation requirement.