Language Arts
English I Duration: 1.0 creditPrerequisite: NoneEnglish I students will study a blend of literature, writing and vocabulary. The literature covers the different genres of short stories, plays, poetry and non-fiction novels. Six trait writing is emphasized in responsive, narrative and expository writings. Students will strengthen their reading and writing skills while experiencing a broad variety of authors and styles. The skills learned in English 1 will prepare students for the remainder of their high school classes. This emphasizing grammatical accuracy course is designed in part to prepare students for admission to a university.CN1101f CN1102s English II Duration: .1.0 creditPrerequisite: Grade 10, Successful completion of at least one semester of English IStudents will study a blend of literature, writing and vocabulary. The literature touches upon the different genre and literacy periods. Selections from different time periods offer the students a link between World History and the written selection of the time period. Writing in rhetoric is emphasized with narrative and expository writings. Vocabulary lessons center around ACT prep and words selected from the different time periods and selections. This course is designed in part to prepare students for admission to a university.CN1103f CN1104s English IIIDuration: 1.0 creditPrerequisite: English I, English II or instructor's permissionThis course offers a careful study of American literature. Selections from different time periods familiarize students with various schools of writing from Romanticism to Realism, including works of poetry, short stories, drama, and novels. Writing is used to compose and assess persuasive and analytical compositions. Vocabulary and grammar lessons are also dispersed throughout the year to both review and develop language skills. This course is designed in part to prepare students for admission to a university.CN1105f CN1106s English IV Duration: 1.0 credit Prerequisite: English I, II, and III This course studies British literature through a variety of genres and utilizes writing assignments to further develop skills in reading, communications (oral and written), note taking, active listening and creative and critical thinking. Review of mechanics, punctuation, spelling, sentence and paragraph development, and grammar are addressed through students’ original writings. Writing courses more on the technical style.This course is designed in part to prepare students for admission to a university.CN1107f CN1108s English IVC (English Composition I/ Intro to Literature) (*Required for KS Scholars curriculum) Core Curriculum Class Duration: 1.0 credit for HS, 3 credit hrs/semester from BCCCPrerequisite: English III and college placement score or required ACT scoreThis class may serve as a dual credit course. Both credits follow the same syllabus and requirements. The study of literature through English History with a blend of writing assignments sets the main premise of the class. Writing assignments follow narrative and persuasive assignments with emphasis on critiquing and self evaluation.This course is designed in part to prepare students for admission to a university.CN1109f CN1110s Debate Duration: .5 credit/ fall semesterPrerequisites: Hard work and a desire to win. Frequent evening and weekend practices and competitions are required.Are you sick and tired of losing arguments to your parents, friends and teachers? If so, DEBATE may be the class for you. Debate provides a basic understanding of argumentation. Your research skills, filing and the ability to think on your feet will be greatly enhanced. You will be asked to argue logically and to argue with limited preparation time. Be prepared to work and spend time both in class as well as outside school in practice if you want to win. Frequent weekend trips to various places and destinations become common for winners. Be a part of a winning tradition and back to back state appearances.CN1113f Speech I Duration: .5 creditPrerequisite: NoneThe purpose of the class is to provide a basic understanding – a useable, working knowledge of the terms, tools and techniques of both formal and informal speaking, while fostering a greater appreciation for communication through an understanding of the value and function of communication in society present and past. Students will actively participate in a variety of speaking types and settings, seeking the one niche that best suits their abilities.CN1115f
College Speech (Public Speaking) (May be an online class)*Duration: .5 credit3 credit hours from BCCCPrerequisite: Speech I is highly recommendedCourse includes a study of the theoretical principles underlying effective communicative behavior, and the practical application of those principles in various communicative exercises and assignments. The course is designed to increase the awareness of the importance of speech communication in today’s society and develop competency of speakers. Considerable independent reading is required as well as speeches both in and out of the classroom setting. This course is designed in part to prepare students for admission to a university.CN1116s
College Speech (Public Speaking) (May be an online class)*Duration: .5 credit3 credit hours from BCCCPrerequisite: Speech I is highly recommendedCourse includes a study of the theoretical principles underlying effective communicative behavior, and the practical application of those principles in various communicative exercises and assignments. The course is designed to increase the awareness of the importance of speech communication in today’s society and develop competency of speakers. Considerable independent reading is required as well as speeches both in and out of the classroom setting. This course is designed in part to prepare students for admission to a university.CN1116s