Basic skills are at least partially mastered and/or mastered. The pace is slower than Honors English as certain skills may still be developing. Most reading is completed in class with focus on comprehension and critical thinking skills. The course uses a variety of guided reading strategies such as close reading and annotating. In-depth, cumulative vocabulary study is closely related to the assigned reading pieces. There are two major literary works and one essay with focus on the revision process. Class time is devoted to mastering concepts, discussing units of study, and making real-world connections. The course follows North Carolina Standard Course of Study and prepares students for college and careers.

Typical honors students are high achievers, work quickly, grasp concepts easily, and have prior knowledge and mastery of key literary and grammar concepts. The pace moves faster as compared to Standard English, with more independent reading and study. Most reading is completed out of class and requires students to be self-motivated. The course uses a variety of independent reading strategies such as close reading and annotating. In-depth and cumulative vocabulary study is based on Greek and Latin roots. There are three classic literary works, two contemporary works studied independently, and multiple essays. Class time is devoted to discussing units of study, synthesizing new knowledge, and making real-world connections. The course follows North Carolina Standard Course of Study, and prepares students for honors and AP classes, college, and careers.

Students read, analyze and respond to selections from World Literature. A wide variety of texts are studied, including novels, essays, memoirs, documents, short stories, and poetry. Writing, critical thinking, grammar and language skills are emphasized in order to prepare students for college and careers. Curriculum objectives follow the Standard Course of Study established by the NC Dept. of Public Instruction.

As with standard level classes, honors students read, analyze and respond to selections from World Literature; however, the English II Honors classes are designed to appeal to students who are highly motivated and enjoy a challenge. Honors students are expected to work at a greater pace, depth, and level of complexity. Students study wide variety of texts including novels, essays, memoirs, documents, short stories and poetry. Students in honors classes will use diverse scholarly sources to enhance their study of literature, and they are expected to do more work independently and with higher levels of critical thinking to prepare students for college and careers. Curriculum objectives follow the Standard Course of Study established by the NC Dept. of Public Instruction.

English III students will read, write, and respond to American Literature. Curriculum objectives follow the Standard Course of Study established by the NC Dept. of Public Instruction. Students study a wide variety of texts, including novels, historical essays, foundational government documents, and short stories. The selected texts reflect an overview from each era of American literature. Writing, critical thinking, grammar, and language skills are emphasized. Additionally, in order to prepare students for college and career readiness, the research paper component of the CMS Graduation Project is completed during the junior year.

This course is designed to prepare students for college and career readiness. The course will appeal to students who are highly motivated and enjoy a challenge. Students will read, write, and respond to American literature, based on the curriculum objectives established by the NC Dept. of Public Instruction. The Lexile levels and content of the texts are intentionally selected to prepare students for college level literary analysis. This course covers more topics and digs deeper into the curriculum; thus, students should be able to work at a high level independently. Students read more novels in Honors than Standard. Students are expected to read a variety of works throughout the year and are expected to be able to comprehend complex texts with minimal scaffolding from the teacher. Students must work at a quick pace and be independently motivated. They should possess good time-management skills and demonstrate self-discipline. Additionally, the research paper component of the CMS Graduation Project is completed during the junior year. Students should take Honors English III if they have been successful (earning an A or B) in other Honors English classes at Providence.

AP English III (Language and Composition) engages students in becoming skilled readers and writers. Instead of focusing simply on content, students will analyze how authors use stylistic devices and rhetorical strategies to achieve their purpose. Reading focuses on nonfiction and American literature. In other words, major assignments are consistent with Honors (number of novels, Graduation Project, vocabulary lessons, etc.), but the work completed in class is aligned with the skills measured on the AP exam. Since AP is a college-level course, the objectives are diverse and ambitious, and students will work in groups to tackle in-depth analysis and in-class writing assignments. Course Prerequisites: It is suggested that students have performed well on the verbal portion of the PSAT and have received an A or B in a previous honors level English course.

Students read, analyze, and respond to selections from Western European literature. Curriculum objectives follow the Standard Course of Study established by the NC Dept. of Public Instruction. Writing, critical thinking, grammar, and language skills are emphasized in order to prepare students for college and careers. The Service Learning Experience, presentation, and portfolio components of the Graduation Project are completed during English IV.

As with standard level classes, honors students read, analyze and respond to selections from Western European literature; however, honors students are expected to work at a greater pace, depth, and level of complexity. Students in honors classes will use diverse scholarly sources to enhance their study of literature, and they are expected to do more work independently and with higher levels of critical thinking. Curriculum objectives follow the Standard Course of Study established by the NC Dept. of Public Instruction. The Service Learning Experience, presentation and portfolio components of the Graduation Project are completed during English IV.

AP English IV (Literature and Composition) is designed to assist the student in mastering those skills necessary to take the AP exam successfully. Through close reading of selected texts in the genres of long and short fiction, drama, and poetry, students will deepen their understanding of the ways that writers use language to provide both meaning and pleasure for their readers. As they read, students should consider a work’s intrinsic structure, style, and theme, as well as such elements as figurative language, imagery, symbolism, and tone. Students will practice with regularity those skills needed to answer both the multiple choice and analytical writing questions given on the AP exam. As this is a college-level course, students should be highly motivated and diligent. Course Prerequisites: English III, AP English III.

In this composition course, students focus on narrative, expository, and illustrative experiences in different genres of writing. Students produce written, oral, visual, and digital texts to express, develop, and substantiate individual experiences.

Literary Magazine combines elements of a creative writing course with the publication of the magazine. Students are asked to continue to improve their own writing as they work to judge the submissions of others. Some assignments will be structured, featuring a variety of poetry, narratives, fiction, and other smaller assignments. Students will be required to submit to the magazine and enter a number of contests. Students will also complete writing portfolios each semester. Of course, students will also work on the publication of the magazine, involving themselves in all aspects of the production. Because this is an application elective, grade calculations include work that would not be found in a more traditional academic course. These responsibilities will include but are not limited to: writing and editing, feature article, review, layout and design, judging, fundraising/patrons, community relations. Prerequisite: Application/Teacher Recommendation