• English I This course covers study skills, test taking strategies, and a review of grammar and mechanics. It also exposes students to a variety of literary genres including poetry, short stories, novels, drama, and biographies. Students learn literary terms as well as studying vocabulary.
• English II This is a course where the students will read and respond to a variety of literary genres including short stories, novels, drama, biographies, poetry, satire, and autobiographies. The students will explore a variety of writing styles with emphasis on the writing process. Vocabulary and usage are also studied.
• Honors English II This course is an accelerated program for the capable, motivated students in Language Arts. The students will be expected to read much of the literature the English II class reads, but it will also require more outside reading especially focusing on American literature and the effects of historical events on authors’ values and style. Vocabulary and writing skills are emphasized.
• English III (American Literature) This course highlights literary contributions from the various historical time periods in American history. Students will trace the social, historical, and psychological forces that acted upon each author from the Puritans to the present day. They will discuss and respond in writing to the morals, values, and philosophies expressed by these various authors.
• Honors English III Students will be expected to discuss and develop connections between various types of literature. They will use literary terms effectively to discuss and write about the themes, symbolism, style, and effectiveness of a piece of literature. They will continue to develop an appreciation for the written word and gain confidence in their ability to evaluate and interpret literature.
• English IV - British Literature (semester) One focus of this course is polishing and refining grammar and composition skills, and a research paper will teach the correct process and form of researching, writing, and presenting a thesis paper. Another focus will be the reading and analysis of British literature and how the development of our English language, expression, and even attitudes are related to British history and the growth of British literature.
• English IV - World Literature (semester) In this course, students will read and respond to a variety of literature by authors outside of the British/American sphere of authors. They will investigate how these authors’ themes and styles are influenced by culture, experience, country, and religion. Writing and vocabulary studies are also a part of this course.

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