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ENG350 Credit 1
This course provides a survey of American literature, from early exploration through the 20th century, focusing on how changing worldviews affected writing, and developing skills in critical analysis and response. The students build on the writing skills gained in Composition/World Literature, introducing and expanding research skills as a tool for effective argumentation of theses. Students will take the Keystone Assessment towards the end of this course.
Technical Reading Grade 11
ENG400 Credit 1
The course is designed for career-bound students to develop the necessary reading comprehension, analysis, and communication skills they will need as members of the 21st century workplace. Students will apply a variety of reading strategies and have an opportunity to gain an in-depth knowledge in a field of interest through research. Work will include but is not limited to: career and inter-departmental research and writing; reading and analysis of technical and narrative nonfiction texts; and practical community involvement.

British Literature and Composition 1 credit Core Course – English Grade 11

ENG410 Credit 1
Composition and British Literature incorporates the necessary skills for effective writing, such as an organized support of ideas and development of voice through word choice and sentence fluency, while exploring a survey of classic and representative works from the Anglo-Saxon to Post-Modern eras using a thematic approach with the focus on finding meaning and significance in a hostile and changing world. The course will follow American Literature and Composition and is recommended for any junior who may be college bound or plans to take AP English Literature and Composition or Creative Writing and Contemporary Literature as a senior.
Creative Contemporary Literature & Writing 1 credit Core Course – English Grade 11-12

ENG430 Credit 1
Creative Contemporary Literature and Writing offers students a chance to read, discuss and write about post-WWII and 21st Century literary works known for their artistic achievement and distinctive, stylistic bent. Titles for the course will have earned literary distinction, such as the National Book Award, Booker Prize, or a place on any of the New York Times’ Notable Books lists. Students will write college-level analytical papers which explain the author’s use of plot, setting, characterization, dialogue, meter, rhyme, and late 20th century cultural and literary themes. Simultaneously, students will demonstrate their understanding of the author’s craft by writing their own related creative pieces, developed from a journal format.
Yearbook By Application

ENG450 (Elective Credit Only) Credit 1(Max 4)
Yearbook staff is responsible for planning, layout, copywriting, and photography, involved in the production of the Pine Knot. Students will learn the principles of design layout, copywriting techniques, and the procedures involved in the preparation of the yearbook. As a part of the yearbook project, all staff members are responsible for the fund raising activities to support the yearbook. All yearbook activities are under the direction of the advisor. Yearbook staff members are selected by the advisor. Staff members must reapply each year.
Writing in the Workplace Grade 12

ENG460 Credit 1
Writing in the workplace focuses on independent and collaborative reading and research strategies, sources and tools for research, data sharing and collaboration, and proper and ethical presentation of ideas.  Students will discuss the importance of being able to work independently and collaboratively.  Students will be assessed through their completion of independent and collaborative informational and persuasive research projects, presentation and public speaking projects, and research activities and projects.   The students will also focus on style guidelines and ethical use of information.  The year will end with students completing activities that help them identify their passions and research ways to attain careers related to those passions.
AP English Literature and Composition 1 credit Core Course – English Grade 12

ENG510 Credit 1
AP English Literature is a college level course designed by the College Board offered at the high school level in accordance with College Board requirements. It is designed to prepare students to successfully complete the AP English examination and receive college level credit at participating colleges and universities. The AP English Literature and Composition course is designed to engage students in the careful reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature. Through the close reading of selected texts, students can deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers. As they read, students should consider a work’s structure, style, and themes, as well as such smaller- scale elements as the use of figurative language, imagery, symbolism, and tone. Writing instruction will include attention to developing and organizing ideas in clear, coherent, and persuasive language; a study of the elements of style; and attention to precision and correctness as necessary. Throughout the course, emphasis will be placed on helping students develop stylistic maturity, which, for AP English, is characterized by the following:

  1. a balance of generalization with specific illustrative detail;

  2. a logical organization, enhanced by specific techniques of coherence such as repetition, transitions, and emphasis;

  3. a variety of sentence structures, including appropriate use of subordinate and coordinate constructions;

  4. a wide-ranging vocabulary used with denotative accuracy and connotative resourcefulness;

  5. an effective use of rhetoric, including controlling tone, maintaining a consistent voice, and achieving emphasis

through parallelism and antithesis.
Theatre Arts Grade 9-12

ENG620 (Elective Credit Only) Credit .5
This course is for any imaginative, thoughtful person, regardless of interest in the theatre. It is about being creative and working collaboratively in the context of the theatre environment. We will pose questions about the meaning of art and the purpose of theatre in society, and ultimately consider what our purpose is as creative people in the 21st century. Most importantly, students are encouraged to create theatre art and engage in the theatrical process during class. See Mr. McElroy with questions.
Historical Literature and Mythology Grade 10-12
ENG630 (Elective Credit Only) Credit .5
This course is for any student who has successfully completed freshman-level English and who may be interested in reading to explore works beyond what is offered in the standard English curriculum including ancient and modern myths, folk-tales, and other important historical fictional or non-fictional texts of European, Asian, African, and Native American origin. Through reading and discussing these works, students will gain an understanding of shared cultural heritage and differing cultural perspectives and will have the chance to trace the development of different cultures through their most important stories.
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Family and Consumer Science 1 Grade 9-10

FCS641 Credit .5
This course is designed for the student who has an interest in food preparation and nutrition. Basic cooking skills and an awareness of the importance of nutrition are developed. Students will plan nutritious meals as they study and prepare a variety of foods. Special projects and demonstrations are included.
Family and Consumer Science 2 Grade 9-10

FCS651 Credit .5
This course is an expansion of Family and Consumer Sciences 1; designed for the student who has interests in sewing, knitting, interior design, fashion design, childcare, interview tips and various life skills. Special projects and demonstrations are frequently included.  Criteria for Recommendation: (FCS641) - Family and Consumer Science 1.
Foreign Language
Spanish I 1 credit Core Course – Elective Grade 9-12

FLG110 Credit 1
Students will learn to speak, read, write and understand Spanish in the present tense. The culture, customs and traditions of Spanish speaking people will be introduced. This course focuses on the following language functions; greetings and introductions, describing oneself and others, asking and answering questions, discussing school subjects, schedules, classrooms, talking about food, beverages, clothing and shopping; describing places and events; discussing preferences; talking about daily and leisure activities, feelings and families.
Spanish II 1 credit Core Course – Elective Grade 10-12

FLG210 Credit 1
Level 2 Students will continue to develop proficiency in all three modes of communication: interpretive, presentational and interpersonal. They will learn to function in “real-world” communicative situations using the following tenses: present, present progressive, preterit, imperfect, future and conditional. They will read materials on familiar topics and produce short writing samples. The majority of the instruction is in Spanish. The following themes will be covered: cultural activities and celebrations, taking a plane trip, daily routines and childhood activities. Criteria for Recommendation: Completion of Spanish I with a grade of 81% or higher.
Spanish III 1 credit Core Course – Elective Grade 11-12

FLG310 Credit 1
A significant portion of instruction in this course will be in the Spanish language. Students will review the present, preterit and imperfect tenses. The following forms will be added: informal and formal commands, impersonal expressions, the present subjunctive, future and conditional tenses. Students will communicate about what is important to them: friends and family relationships, leisure activities, requests and recommendations, expressing opinion and emotions. They will also talk about contemporary topics: outdoor activities, volunteer projects, environment concerns and the arts. Finally, cultural information about people, places and traditions of the Spanish-speaking world will be expanded. This course will be instructed in the target language and students will be expected to participate in the target language in class. Criteria for Recommendation: Completion of Spanish II with a grade of 81% or higher and received teacher recommendation.
Spanish IV 1 credit Core Course – Elective Grade 12

FLG410 Credit 1
Level 4 Students will have the opportunities to develop language proficiency across the three modes of communication: interpretive, interpersonal and presentational. Students learn about culture through the use of authentic materials that are representative in the Spanish speaking world. Extensive study will be in the indicative and subjunctive moods. This course will include literature, essays, novels and articles including the five main authors: Borges, Marquesz, Lorca, Matute and Unamumo. Students will be engaged in spoken conversations, written essays and listening activities. Emphasis in this course is for preparation of college study of Spanish. This course will be instructed in the target language and students will be expected to participate in the target language in class. Criteria for Recommendation: Completion of Spanish III with a grade of 81% or higher and received teacher recommendation.
French I 1 credit Core Course – Elective Grade 9-12

FLG120 Credit 1
Students will be introduced to the French language and culture. Students will begin to develop the four basic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing in French. These skills will enable the student to communicate at a basic level and to gain an understanding of the French culture. Vocabulary and grammar will be the main focus at this level.
French II 1 credit Core Course – Elective Grade 10-12

FLG220 Credit 1
Students will continue to develop the four fundamental skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing in French. These skills will enable students to be able to begin communicating in French at an intermediate-low level of fluency, they will continue their understanding of the French culture at a deeper level. The majority of the class is conducted in French. Vocabulary and grammar will continue to be a main focus at this level. Criteria for Recommendation: Completion of French I with a grade of 81% or higher.
French III 1 credit Core Course – Elective Grade 11-12

FLG320 Credit 1
Students will continue to focus on expanding and refining their ability in the four core skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Grammar concepts and vocabulary will be reviewed and expanded. This course combines linguistic functions and structures with culture through an integration of speaking, reading, listening and writing activities. Class will be conducted in French and students will be expected to use the target language. Criteria for Recommendation: Completion of French II with a grade of 81% or higher.
French IV 1 credit Core Course – Elective Grade 12

FLG420 Credit 1
French level 4 will have a focus on the final grammar concepts and tenses needed in order to be proficient and conversational in the target language. The class will be conducted almost entirely in the target language. The class will have a distinct focus on culture and fluency. Areas studied will be French conversation, literature, film, art and general French culture, both modern and of the past. The main focus will be creating an experience for each student of an authentic French feeling environment. Criteria for Recommendation: Completion of French III with a grade of 81% or higher.
Business Technology
Introduction to Computer Science Grade 9-12


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