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ENGLISH
English 09 CP
CP English 9 is a literature-based course. Students strengthen their vocabulary skills; their speaking, listening, and writing skills; their grammar and usage skills; and their understanding and appreciation of various types of literature, including the novel. This course will provide students with the skills that are necessary to succeed in the college prep high school English programs.
English 09 Honors
Pre-requisite: See Honors & AP Course Criteria
Honors English 9 is a course in which reading and writing independently comprise the core of the curriculum. In addition to intelligence and diligence, prerequisites for success include self-discipline, initiative, and the ability to budget time. Several novels, assigned as independent reading, will be analyzed through class discussions, tests, and formal essays. In addition, grammar skills, vocabulary development, speeches, and other literature selections will be part of the everyday class schedule. A summer reading list will be distributed in June; required works must be completed by the date of the first class meeting in August.
English 10 CP
CP English 10 students are provided the opportunity to develop composition skills, literary analysis, and oral presentations. Writing will be incorporated regularly using a variety of styles. Students will also participate in an extensive vocabulary study that will aid them in the examination of novels, short stories, plays, poems, and nonfiction.
English 10 Honors
Pre-requisite: See Honors & AP Course Criteria
Honors English 10 students are provided the opportunity to continue developing high verbal ability through frequent writing and reading assignments. Students will develop literary analysis techniques, independent reading strategies, and research skills. Students will read novels, plays, short stories, and poetry and will write a variety of informational and literary analysis essays. A summer reading list will be distributed in June; summer reading must be completed by the date of the first class meeting in August.
English 11 CP
CP English 11 focuses on the study of American literature and how it addresses questions an issues in our culture. Numerous classic and contemporary novels, plays, poems, and short stories are read, analyzed, and critiqued. A research paper is required of all students. A major emphasis is placed on essay composition and SAT vocabulary and test taking preparation.
English 11 Honors
Pre-requisite: See Honors & AP Course Criteria
Honors English 11 is designed for highly motivated juniors with above-average ability. To succeed in this course, a student must be capable of substantial independent study and must spend approximately one hour out of class for each hour in class. In addition to intelligence and diligence, prerequisites for success include self-discipline, initiative, and the ability to budget time. Students are expected to demonstrate above-average writing skills and to have mastered all the basics of English grammar and mechanics. In addition, students are expected to complete and comprehend frequent, lengthy, independent reading assignments in American literature. Class discussion and vocabulary study are also integral components of the course and a research paper is required of all students. A summer reading list will be distributed in June; required works must be completed by the date of the first class meeting in August.
Credits: 1 Length: Full Year Grade: 9
Credits: 1 Length: Full Year Grade: 9
Credits: 1 Length: Full Year Grade: 10
Credits: 1 Length: Full Year Grade: 10
Credits: 1 Length: Full Year Grade: 11
Credits: 1 Length: Full Year Grade: 11


































































































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