Develops skills in higher-level thinking, research, group discussion, public speaking, creativity, and independent study through in-depth study of literature and current events.

Focuses on essential literacy skills, effective speaking, listening, language, writing, and reading comprehension using complex texts.

Continuation of literacy skill refinement with a focus on speaking, listening, writing, and deep analysis of complex text sets.

Refines knowledge in literacy, focusing on unpacking higher complexity texts and building knowledge through content-rich nonfiction.

Engagement in skilled reading of prose from various periods and becoming skilled writers for various purposes, emphasizing analytical and argumentative writing.

Prepares students for workplace communication or college admission through development of advanced literacy skills.

Critical analysis of imaginative literature, considering structure, style, themes, and figurative language.

College-level practice in expository writing with emphasis on content, organization, and style.

College-level practice in expository writing synthesizing ideas from readings and producing documented papers.

Introduction to journalism, news writing, editorials, photography, and the business aspects of publications.

Enhances English vocabulary and language structure through analysis of Greek, Latin, and modern word origins.

Study of basic mythologies of major civilizations and their influence on literature and language.