English

Grade level: 9
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: None

English I is a literature-based course designed to foster and enhance thinking and questioning, reading and analyzing literature, and writing in various modes. Using MLA format and a variety of sources, each student completes a research project that includes writing a paper on a career-related topic as well as making a class presentation. Units are organized thematically, and may include: an anchor text, fiction and non-fiction articles, poems, research projects, presentations, group assignments, grammar and conventions review, vocabulary study, and writing prompts. Curricula derives from the HMH textbook, novel studies, and other resources from the instructor. Some of the anchor texts include but are not limited to: Romeo and Juliet, The Odyssey, and Animal Farm. 

Grade level: 9
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: None

English I honors is a literature-based course designed to foster and enhance thinking and questioning, reading and analyzing literature, and writing in various modes. Using MLA format and a variety of sources, each student completes a research project that includes writing a paper on a career-related topic as well as making a class presentation. Units are organized thematically, and may include: an anchor text, fiction and non-fiction articles, poems, research projects, presentations, group assignments, grammar and conventions review, vocabulary study, and writing prompts. Curricula derives from the HMH textbook, novel studies, and other resources from the instructor. Some of the anchor texts include but are not limited to: Romeo and Juliet, The Odyssey, and Fahrenheit 451. Honors classes will be assigned more challenging texts, additional assignments, and more rigorous tests. Honors students will be expected to analyze and discuss content on a deeper level.

Grade level: 10
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: None

Grade level: 10
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: None

Grade level: 11
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: None

English III is a literature‑based course that works to increase students’ knowledge and understanding of American literature and language skills. Students will study American literature (including fiction, nonfiction, prose, and poetry) across its chronological history as the framework for developing this knowledge. Students will practice analyzing these texts through a variety of writing exercises, including journal entries, essays, and one major research project.

Grade level: 11
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation

AP English IV/ Literature and Composition is an analytical study of literature. The course requires more in‑depth reading and critical writing than college‑preparatory English III. It is designed to prepare students for the college credit examination offered by the College Board. 

Grade level: 12
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: None

English IV (CP Lit) is a literature‑based course that works to increase students’ knowledge and understanding of World literature and critical thinking skills. Students will study World literature (including fiction, prose, and poetry) across a history of the framework for developing this knowledge. Students will practice analyzing these texts through a variety of writing exercises, including essays, Socratic Seminars, group projects and rhetorical analysis.

Grade level: 12
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: see below

AP English Language and Composition is an Advanced Placement® course that serves as a solid foundation for effective college‑level writing with applications in all subject areas. The course teaches students how to write narrative, expository, analytical, and argumentative essays on a variety of subjects. Students will read historic and contemporary works of fiction and non‑fiction to increase their own awareness of writing styles and techniques, analyzing both written and visual texts for rhetorical effectiveness.  

Grade level: 12
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: see below

This course emphasizes the recursive writing process through appropriate determination of subject, audience, purpose, and style, with correct usage of grammar, punctuation, and logical organization. Students will use appropriate technologies for writing and learning.  Second semester emphasizes intellectual and analytical reasoning through reading and writing assignments. Includes instruction in library and research technologies and the writing of a research project.  Upon successful completion of both semesters, students earn 6 credit hours from Trevecca University for English Composition 1020 and English Composition 1080.

Grade level: 11, 12

Credits: 0.5

Prerequisite: see below

 

This course is a study of the principles and practices of effective human communication, with emphasis placed on public speaking. The course emphasizes the critical thinking and skill development necessary for effective speech. Listening skills are included in the study.  Admissions criteria, including GPA and standardized test results and admission into Trevecca University must be met for entry into this course.  Students should check eligibility for TSAC Dual Enrollment Grant.  Upon successful completion, students earn 3 credit hours from Trevecca University for Communications 1010.