This course connects listening, speaking, reading, writing, and thinking throughout the following TEKS strands: developing and sustaining foundational language skills; comprehension; response; multiple genres; author’s purpose and craft; composition; and inquiry and research. Students will engage in academic conversations, writing, and reading to facilitate critical thinking and adapt to the ever-evolving nature of language and literacy. Students will study the habits of the capable reader and the capable writer, establishing practices that will be applied to future endeavors. Students will encounter a diverse range of selfselected and assigned texts from multiple genres representing a broad range of authors, viewpoints, and literary traditions. Texts will include informational, literary, and multimodal (multimedia) texts. Students will write for a variety of purposes and study techniques appropriate to communicating their ideas with clarity and purpose. genres; author’s purpose and craft; composition; and inquiry and research. Students will engage in academic conversations, writing, and reading to facilitate critical thinking and adapt to the ever-evolving nature of language and literacy. Students will study the habits of the capable reader and the capable writer, establishing practices that will be applied to future endeavors. Students will encounter a diverse range of self-selected and assigned texts from multiple genres representing a broad range of authors, viewpoints, and literary traditions. Texts will include informational, literary, and multimodal (multimedia) texts that increase in complexity and sophistication. Students will write for a variety of purposes and study techniques appropriate to communicating their ideas with clarity and purpose.

This course emphasizes continuing development of the fundamental English language skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening in an effort to continue to build the foundation for student success in high school English classes. Included within the study are the identification of literary themes and forms, use of effective reading strategies, and development of speaking/ listening skills. Instruction in such skills is accommodated to meet the varying needs of students who are at different stages of English language acquisition. The strategies and methodologies of English as a Second Language are utilized throughout this program that parallels with English II.

This course focuses on the fundamental English language skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening in an effort to build a foundation for student success in high school English classes. Students practice both reading and writing as a process. Students perform an array of reading strategies as they work to become proficient in understanding and responding appropriately to a variety of texts. Students write for varied audiences and purposes and work to develop ideas, voice, word choice, fluency, and organization in their writing while applying conventions of the English language. Instruction in such skills is accommodated to meet the varying needs of students who are at different stages of English language acquisition. The strategies and methodologies of English as a Second Language are utilized throughout this program that parallels with English I.

This course presents advanced work in composition and reading. Students will continue to develop, strengthen, and broaden their literacy, communication skills, and analytical capabilities so that they become critical learners capable of both meaningful collaboration and independent thought. This course connects listening, speaking, reading, writing, and thinking throughout the following TEKS strands: developing and sustaining foundational language skills; comprehension; response; multiple genres; author’s purpose and craft; composition; and inquiry and research. Students will engage in academic conversations, writing, and reading to facilitate critical thinking and adapt to the everevolving nature of language and literacy. Students will encounter a diverse range of self-selected and assigned texts from multiple genres representing a broad range of authors, viewpoints, and literary traditions. Texts will include informational, literary, and multimodal (multimedia) texts. Students will write for a variety of purposes and study techniques appropriate to communicating their ideas with clarity and purpose. This course is designed for students previously enrolled in English I SOL and English II SOL and/or for speakers of other languages who need to develop proficiency in the use of English. The strategies and methodologies used to aid speakers of other languages in developing skills in English are utilized throughout this course. Thus, in considering the individual's oral proficiency and other academic competency skills in English, this course is accommodated to enhance the critical processes and features of second language acquisition. Focus of the course is on an overview of American literature, including samples of traditional and multiethnic selections that represent this country's cultural diversity. Writing occurs in a variety of ways as appropriate. Correct English grammar and syntax are approached through direct instruction and/or through the writing process. Research is assigned as fits the students' needs and English skills. Practice in listening and speaking occurs throughout the course. Students write for varied audiences and purposes and work to apply effective ideas, voice, word choice, fluency, organization, and conventions in their writing. Instruction in such skills is accommodated to meet the varying needs of students who are at different stages of English language acquisition. The strategies and methodologies of English as a Second Language are utilized throughout this program that parallels with English III. English III H/AP covers the curriculum for the Advanced Placement English Language & Composition course, which focuses on the development and revision of evidence-based analytical and argumentative writing, the rhetorical analysis of nonfiction texts, and the decisions writers make as they compose and revise. During the course, students will evaluate, synthesize, and cite research to support their arguments. They will also read and analyze rhetorical elements and their effects in nonfiction texts – including images as forms of text – from a range of disciplines and historical periods. Writing assignments will include expository, analytical, and argumentative essays that require students to analyze and interpret nonfiction works. The AP English Language & Composition course aligns to an introductory college-level rhetoric and writing curriculum, and students may take the AP English Language Exam at the end of the course to earn college credit.

The English IV course presents advanced work in composition and reading designed to enable students to become self-directed learners and critical thinkers directed toward college and career readiness. Coursework is designed so that students habitually practice the reading and writing skills that will enable them to independently access and analyze tests in the following genres: short fiction, poetry, drama, informational and argumentative text, the novel, and multimodal and digital texts. Student will use a variety of listening and speaking skills and collaborative strategies to process course content. Text selections will be primarily taken from British literature and will include traditional, classic, and contemporary selections that represent this country's literary diversity. As students read, they will be asked to move through the levels of thinking - focusing on comprehension, analysis, and evaluation - before they write for varied audiences and purposes. Students will hone their writing skills throughout the year by developing their ideas and applying effective voice, word choice, fluency, logical organization of material, and appropriate conventions of language. English IV SSL (Sheltered Second Language) 1 credit This course is designed to aid speakers of other languages in developing skills in English and to take these speakers of other languages through a program of English composition and a variety of readings from British and World and contemporary literature. Strategies and methodologies for aiding these students in acquiring increasing competency in English are utilized throughout this course with accommodations in the English IV program occurring to meet the language learning needs of the individual student. Students write in a variety of forms, work on appropriate research skills, and use multiple strategies during the reading process. Appropriate and correct English grammar is approached through direct instruction and/or through the writing process. Opportunities for practice of listening and speaking are inherent in the course. English IV-Advanced Placement/HORIZONS 1 credit English IV H/AP covers the curriculum for the Advanced Placement English Literature & Composition course, which focuses on reading, analyzing, and writing about imaginative literature – fiction, poetry, and drama – from various time periods. Students will engage in close reading and critical analysis of imaginative literature to deepen their understanding of the ways writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure to readers. During the course, students will consider a work’s structure, style, and themes, as well as its use of figurative language, imagery, and symbolism. Writing assignments will include expository, analytical, and argumentative essays that require students to analyze and interpret literary works. The AP English Literature & Composition course aligns to an introductory college-level literature and writing curriculum, and students may take the AP English Literature Exam at the end of the course to earn college credit.

This two-semester course is required of all 9th-grade students who did not pass all 8th-grade core academic classes (language arts, reading, math, science, and social studies) or who have not met the state standards on all 8th-grade reading, math, science, and social studies STAAR tests. Beginning ESL students, intermediate ESL students, and some special education students in need of academic support are also required to take this year-long class. The course must be taken in grade nine to fulfill CypressFairbanks’ graduation requirements. PACE Plus is designed to assist students in the transition from middle school to high school and build skills that will assist them in future transitions to career, college, adulthood, and independence. This course will link relevant concepts so that students understand the "big picture" in preparing for life after high school while in high school. Students will review and refine their 4-year plan already in place and will actively work to develop a personalized plan for life success based on their career aspirations. Coursework is focused around the skill areas of personal/social, academic, and career, health/wellness, and life. PACE Plus will provide students with additional academic support in core areas. This one-semester elective course is open to eleventh- grade students and fall semester twelfth-grade students who are college- bound and have successfully completed Algebra II or be concurrently enrolled in Algebra II. The course is designed to provide students with strategies to meet the academic requirements and demands of post-high school studies and to prepare students to successfully take college entrance exams. Units of study include preparation for college entrance exams (ACT and SAT), vocabulary expansion, objective test-taking skills, research and critical thinking, attitudes, goal setting, and time management. Strategies necessary for successfully reading, comprehending, and studying advanced-level content textbooks both in high school and in college will also be addressed. − The state required Speech TEKS are embedded in PACE. The state required instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is provided in PACE. This course is noted on the transcript as Independent Study in English. Open to 11th- and 12th- grade students only Students may select to take the course for graduation credit or local credit. (Completion of Acknowledgment form is required.)

This one semester elective course is open to 12th-grade students who plan to attend post-secondary education. The course is designed to help students transition into the post-secondary environment. Units of study include becoming familiar with campus resources and services, determining college readiness, identifying personality styles and learning preferences, career exploration, time management, developing an academic plan for college, and addressing financial literacy. • Open to 12th-grade students only

The Literature and the Bible course is designed to provide students with knowledge of biblical content, characters, poetry, and narratives that are prerequisite to understanding contemporary society and culture, including literature, art, music, mores, and oratory. Students will become familiar with the contents and history of the Old and New testaments for the purpose of understanding the literary style and structure of each of the testaments and their consequential influences on literature. Over the duration of the course, students will read assigned literature and engage in researching self-selected and assigned topics that examine the Bible's influence on literature. Grades 11-12

Photojournalism introduces students to the world of photography and journalism. The law, ethics, and history of photography complement the major units of study: operation and care of the digital camera, taking pictures, teamwork, and management skills. In addition, students will have opportunities to use stateof-the-art computer-aided publishing tools and other hands-on production tools. Students must have their own digital camera, and a fee will be charged for necessary photographic supplies. This course requires work outside of class to complete assignments. Course requires the use of technology

Students enrolled in Journalism write in a variety of forms for a variety of audiences and purposes. Students are expected to plan, draft, and complete written compositions on a regular basis, carefully examining their papers for clarity, engaging language, and the correct use of the conventions and mechanics of written English. Students will become analytical consumers of media and technology to enhance their communication skills. Writing, technology, visual, and electronic media are used as tools for learning as students produce effective communications. Journalism students will learn journalistic traditions, research selfselected topics, write journalistic texts, and learn the principals of publication. Course requires the use of technology Students enrolled in this course learn all the skills required to develop a school yearbook. Students learn advanced publishing skills, interviewing techniques, design and layout expertise, and sophisticated writing skills. They become adept at using complex software that is used in the professional publishing industry. In addition, students learn how to work as leaders and as a team as they manage this production process. Students must have the recommendation of their previous journalism teacher to enroll in this class. Courses must be taken in sequence. Course requires the use of technology Production of the yearbook may require 3 to 8 hours of afterschool activities per week.

This high school speech course is designed to provide opportunities for students to understand and develop effective interpersonal communication skills for the 21st Century. Professional Communications blends written, oral, and graphic communication in a career-based, business environment. Students will prepare, present, and evaluate a variety of multi-media presentations that are appropriate for the professional setting. Grades 9 – 12

In this course, students analyze the relationships between people, places, and environments. Students use problem-solving and decision-making skills to ask and answer geographic questions. A significant portion of the course will center around physical processes, places, and regions, the environment, the political, economic and social processes that shape cultural patterns, human systems such as population distribution and urbanization patterns, and the economic conditions which have led to and reinforced the developed and developing world. This course may be taken during the 9th or 10th grade to fulfill the first social studies requirement for the Foundation High School Program.