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books they’ve enjoyed through written and verbal YEARBOOK PRODUCTION
responses. Senior Literature will also help students
master the reading skills expected by colleges and (Full year, 1 credit, Grades 10-12)
universities. Join us, and be prepared to rekindle your
love of reading. In order to qualify for this class, students must be
recommended by an English teacher and the yearbook
Does not meet NCAA Clearinghouse status advisor, Mrs. Scharlotte. There is a limit of 20 students.
Fee: Student will purchase paperbacks not to exceed Course work includes actual Log production, along with
$35.00. selling advertisements to local business. Emphasis will
be on creative thinking while working on design, photo
SPEECH editing and copywriting. Special note: this course may
not meet NCAA requirements for English requirements.
(1 semester, ½ credit, Grades 11-12)
Does not meet NCAA Clearinghouse status
This course provides an opportunity for students to
enhance their writing and speaking skills through a ELL-ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING
variety of activities. Students learn to research,
organize and write speeches using logic, reasoning and (Full year, 0 credit, Grades 9-12)
effective language. Activities are designed to enhance
skills in delivery through performances of informative English Language Learning is a tutorial course designed
and persuasive speeches, formal and informal debates, for the student with limited English proficiency.
group discussion, parliamentary procedure, and the oral Students work on skills that are essential for learning
interpretation of speeches and dramatic literature. new language and culture. The main purpose of this
full-year course is to increase the student’s success in
other content area classes. Students are identified
based on need.

ASSISTANCE IN ENGLISH
 Writing Lab (next to the library in C202): The Writing Lab is open every period of the day, with additional times

before and after school. English teachers are available to provide assistance and resources for students with writing
in any academic area, as well as college essays.
 Academic Resource Center (room A106) ARC is staffed with volunteers during the school day and for after school
tutoring every day except Friday. Check with the ARC staff for times and availability of volunteers.

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