Introduction to literature including poetry, short stories, drama, novels, and nonfiction. Focuses on the writing process and preparation for state assessments.

Focuses on world literature and Western/Non-Western traditions. Emphasizes writing proficiency and analysis of cultural meanings.

Encourages analysis of knowledge and opinion from various sources. Students build arguments and communicate through written English.

Focuses on British literature from its beginnings to the modern era. Covers composition, grammar, and transition to college writing.

Study of English language use in contemporary communication. Focuses on critical response, reading, research, and analysis skills.

Study of international poetry, prose, and drama. Developing skills of analysis, interpretation, and personal response to texts.

College-level course using literature from Dante to modern novels. Intensive focus on composition and narrative techniques. Summer reading required.

Overview of journalistic media history, photography, graphic design, advertising, and writing for various purposes.

Students create the school yearbook, learning photography, design, interviewing, copy writing, and marketing.

Workshop format for poetry and nonfiction activities designed to enhance command of the language and understanding of writing.

Workshop format for fiction and script writing activities to guide understanding of the craft and career possibilities.

Helps students acquire English as a second language through listening, speaking, reading, and writing using grade-appropriate grammar and literature.