CURRICULUM GUIDE 2025-26
ENGLISH COURSES :
111 | ENGLISH I HONORS 1.0 CREDIT
In this advanced course , the student is exposed to an intensive study of literature accompanied by a comprehensive program in composition , grammar , and vocabulary . This course is designed for the student who can work at an accelerated pace .
112 | ENGLISH I 1.0 CREDIT
In this course , the student will explore a systematic study of the various literary genres and do extensive work in grammar , composition , vocabulary and outside reading to enhance his written and verbal skills .
113 | LITERATURE AND COMPOSITION 1.0 CREDIT
In this course , the student will do extensive review and practice work in basic grammar , composition , and vocabulary .
211 | ENGLISH II HONORS 1.0 CREDIT
Prerequisite : 85 % in English I Honors ( or 90 % in English I )
In this course , the student will survey the best of American literature , from the time of the Colonies to the present , and trace some of the traditions and attitudes that have molded contemporary America . In addition , he will complete extensive work in grammar , composition , and vocabulary .
212 | ENGLISH II 1.0 CREDIT
Prerequisite : Successful completion of English I or English Composition
In this course , the student will experience a survey of American literature as well as complete extensive work in grammar , composition , vocabulary , and outside reading .
310 | AP ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND COMPOSITION 1.0 CREDIT
Prerequisites : 90 % in English II Honors
This is an extremely rigorous course , approved by the College Board , designed for capable and ambitious students . This class is equivalent to an introductory college-level rhetoric and writing course . Utilizing the writing process and teacher and peer input , students will create evidence-based analytic and argumentative essays . Students will also work extensively in reading and analyzing the rhetorical elements and their effect in non-fiction texts , including graphic images as forms of text , from many disciplines and historical periods . Reading and writing activities in the course will expand the students ’ knowledge and control of formal conventions of written language ( paragraphing , vocabulary , diction , syntax , grammar , mechanics , usage , and punctuation ). Students in this course will be required to take the AP English Language and Composition exam in May .
$ A fee is charged for the AP exam .
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