Language Arts Department

Course Number(s): 

LA4030, LA4031, LA4032 (9th grade)

LA4042, LA4043, LA4044 (10th grade)

LA4054, LA4055, LA4056 (11th grade)

LA4069, LA4070, LA4071 (12th grade)

Credit(s): 3 Grade(s): 9-12

Prerequisite(s): None

*Instructor Permission Required

Foundations of Literature is a reading intensive course designed to help students with gaps in their language arts skills meet grade level standards. Foundations of Literature will cover many of the same texts and skills as the Language and Literature classes, but with additional support and time devoted to developing other foundational abilities in reading, vocabulary, and writing. 

Course Number(s): LA4045, LA4046, LA4047 

Credit(s): 3 Grade(s): 10

Course Type: Required

Prerequisite(s): None

Syllabus

This course will continue to introduce students to a variety of fiction and non-fiction.  The 1st trimester will focus on grammar and composition.  The 2nd trimester will focus on the classics, including Shakespeare and poetry.  The 3rd trimester will explore American authors and their contribution to the literary canon.

Course Number(s): LA4057, LA4058, LA4059

Credit(s): 3 Grade(s): 11

Course Type: Required (or AP Lit and Comp.)

Prerequisite(s): None

Syllabus

This course is a continuation of literary exploration, analysis, and critical thinking in both literature and non-fiction. Trimester 1 will contain the study of science fiction and its commentary on the real world. Trimester 2 will study historical fiction and modern connections and also include grammar study and ACT English practice. Trimester 3 will be a study of public speaking and intrapersonal communications.

Course Number(s): LA4072, LA4073, LA4074

Credit(s): 3 Grade(s): 12

Course Type: Required (or AP Lang and Comp.)

Prerequisite(s): None

Syllabus

This course will address key skills for college and career, including persuasive writing, grammar essentials, analysis of literature, and informational reading.